The new "The Legend of Zelda" set, "Ocarina of Time – The Final Battle," a collaboration between the Danish toy company LEGO and Japan's Nintendo, has finally been released this month (March)! If you're still on the fence about whether to get it, join us at the Toy People editorial team for this unboxing review to fully experience the charm of this set and relive the magic of the classic 1998 game!
Released in 1998, "The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time" was the first Zelda game on the Nintendo 64 (N64) console. As the fifth installment in the Zelda series and the first to be rendered in 3D, "Ocarina of Time" received high praise in every aspect. The puzzle-solving elements beloved by die-hard Zelda fans, the (at the time) outstanding graphics, and the integral musical components surely bring back fond memories for any toy enthusiast who lived through the N64 era.
▼ The packaging features a black base, which makes the set's contents printed on the front stand out prominently.
▼ Turning to the back, you can see the playset's features, the Ganon minifigure, and in the top-left corner, a line drawing of the completed model with its dimensions.
▼ Standing approximately 17 cm tall and 29 cm wide, the overall size makes this a relatively easy LEGO set to display.
▼ The top of the box shows an overview of the included minifigures. We'll take a closer look at them later~!
▼ Inside, the contents include one instruction manual and a total of 8 numbered bags of parts. This set contains 1003 pieces in total.
▼ Opening the instruction manual reveals an introduction to the game "The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time" and its characters. The exquisite, first-ever 3D game graphics and combat system were undoubtedly outstanding features of its time.
▼ Now, let's start building!
▼ Completed! First, let's take a look at this scene from various angles!
Just when you thought Ganondorf was finally defeated and the adventure was over, a sudden deafening roar echoes as Hyrule Castle begins to crumble. At the same time, a colossal, dark figure slowly emerges from the dust—Ganondorf, transformed into his beast form, appears! The final chapter of Link and Zelda's battle against Ganon begins!
▼ This set is based on the classic final moments of the game, allowing LEGO fans and gamers to bring this epic duel to life on their shelves.
▼ Next, let's experience some of the exciting moments from the build~ Here is the scene's baseplate after finishing the first bag of parts. The clean, square lines are so satisfying to look at~
▼ The unique angle of the castle in the scene is secured using a turntable and two 1×1 round plates.
▼ I personally love the brick-stacking and the overall look of the castle.
▼ The Triforce symbol decorating the front of the base is quite eye-catching. It fully demonstrates how crucial the Triforce is as an element in Ocarina of Time.
▼ The Megaton Hammer is hidden behind the castle.
▼ The scene also hides a classic game element: a recovery heart that can only be found by lifting the rubble.
▼ The blue fairy "Navi" is represented by a printed design on a transparent piece. The blue glow she emits in the game is depicted with a 1×1 trans-light blue round plate, and the effect is quite nice.
▼ There's a mechanism to hide the Ganondorf minifigure—just press the button to make him appear suddenly!
▼ Let's take a look at the scene from a top-down angle!
▼ Although the articulation of LEGO minifigures is relatively limited, this set uses transparent pieces and the slanted angle of the castle ruins to bring the dynamic battle scene of Link and Zelda facing Ganon to life!
▼ Next up is the brick-built model of Beast Ganon. Not only does it look incredibly cool, but it also has a substantial feel when held. The construction of the arms and the two giant swords is especially impressive—it looks awesome in any pose! The head, constructed with multiple printed parts, is also outstanding.
▼ The legs use ball joints, while the arms use multi-angle joint pieces.
▼ The addition of the fabric cape gives it an even more imposing presence.
I would give this brick-built Ganon very high marks for its design, but there is one unfortunate playability flaw: the ball joints connecting the thighs and lower legs. To support Beast Ganon's massive body, it only has standard ball joints. Although you can use the tail for three-point support, you have to carefully adjust the pose to prevent it from leaning forward. This becomes even more likely when both giant swords are placed in its hands. While it can stand steadily under normal circumstances, it's easy for the pose to slip when trying to create a highly dynamic look.
▼ The Link, Zelda, and Ganondorf minifigures all feature exquisite printing and come with dual-sided facial expressions!
▼ Ganondorf's ferocious expression is fantastic!
▼ Finally, we have the parts that I personally love: the Master Sword and the Hylian Shield. Being able to collect these two top-tier pieces of equipment in LEGO form is truly moving! If you previously passed on the "77092 Great Deku Tree 2-in-1" set due to its price, you can now finally collect these two legendary artifacts at a more accessible price point!
LEGO 77093 The Legend of Zelda "Ocarina of Time – The Final Battle" Review Summary:
If you were one of the toy fans who was deterred by the price of the "77092 Great Deku Tree 2-in-1" set and held off on getting a Legend of Zelda LEGO set, this final battle scene based on 'Ocarina of Time' is the perfect opportunity to jump in! The easy-to-display size, three beautifully printed characters, and the cool brick-built Beast Ganon are all very appealing. Add to that the small mechanisms in the scene, the castle ruins hiding the Megaton Hammer, and the Triforce symbol on the front of the base—it's all truly fantastic! And of course, we can't forget the Master Sword and Hylian Shield pieces, which I absolutely adore.
As for the issue with Beast Ganon's leg joints mentioned earlier, it will certainly detract from the experience for LEGO fans who prioritize play. However, for collectors who prefer to pose their models for display and only move them occasionally, the ball joint support issue is relatively minor. It all depends on your personal habits.
LEGO 77093 The Legend of Zelda "Ocarina of Time – The Final Battle"
Recommended Retail Price: NT$4,199, Total Pieces: 1003
Now available at LEGO Authorized Stores:
https://www.lcstw.com.tw/products/77093