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Lego’s Donkey Kong arcade machine lets Mario jump endless barrels — Miyamoto is reportedly happy

Carl Merriam has designed some of my favorite nostalgia-inducing Lego sets, including the Lego Nintendo Game Boy and Piranha Plant. He's assisted on the incredible Lion Knights' Castle, Galaxy Explorer, and Pirates of Barracuda Bay.

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A Lego Donkey Kong arcade machine has been designed, allowing users to recreate the classic arcade experience at home. The set, priced at $200, is the result of collaboration between Lego and a designer known for his work on nostalgic Lego sets. The machine's design is intended to mimic the original arcade cabinet, complete with a functioning joystick and buttons. Users can play a digital version of the Donkey Kong game, which features Mario jumping over rolling barrels. The involvement of Mario creator Shigeru Miyamoto in the project is reportedly a positive one, with sources indicating that he is pleased with the outcome.

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