Head-to-head
LEGO Icons Atari 2600 vs LEGO Icons Ghostbusters Ecto-1
Both built. Both reviewed. Here's how they actually compare on the things that matter.
Set #10306
LEGO Icons Atari 2600
Woodgrain console. Joystick. Three working cartridges. And a tiny LEGO 1980s living-room scene that absolutely steals the show.
Set #10274
LEGO Icons Ghostbusters Ecto-1
The Ecto-1. Working sirens (visual). Equipment bay. Proton packs. The most accurate Ghostbusters LEGO set ever shipped.
By the numbers
The spec sheet.
| Metric | LEGO Icons Atari 2600 | LEGO Icons Ghostbusters Ecto-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4/5 | 5/5WINS |
| Pieces | 2,532WINS | 2,352 |
| MSRP | $239.99 | $199.99WINS |
| Price per piece | $0.09 | $0.09 |
| Verdict | Recommended | Must buy |
| Best for | Retro gaming fans, Generation X collectors, and anyone who wants a smaller-footprint vintage tech build. | Ghostbusters fans, classic-car enthusiasts, and Icons collectors expanding their vehicle fleet. |
Pros & cons
What I actually noticed.
LEGO Icons Atari 2600
Pros
- Three buildable cartridges (Asteroids, Centipede, Adventure) with cartridge-art tiles
- 1980s living-room vignette — TV, couch, shag rug, and a player figure
- Joystick with a fully functional 8-direction stick (no electronics, just clever hinges)
- Console opens to reveal a hidden vignette inside
Cons
- No working mechanism — pure display, unlike the [PAC-MAN](/reviews/pac-man) or [NES](/reviews/nes-console)
- Younger collectors without 80s nostalgia may find it less compelling
- Joystick base is hollow — looks great but feels lightweight
LEGO Icons Ghostbusters Ecto-1
Pros
- Iconic 1959 Cadillac Ecto-1 silhouette with movie-accurate proportions
- Working sirens (visual rotation, not lit)
- Equipment bay with proton packs, ghost trap, and PKE meter
- Opening doors, hood, and trunk for full interior access
- Roof-mounted equipment is removable for transport-mode display
Cons
- No included minifig (it's a vehicle, not a vignette)
- Some sticker work on the side panels and windows
- Size demands a wider shelf than the [Land Rover Defender](/reviews/land-rover)
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Comparison generated from our individual reviews. Pros, cons, and ratings come from full hands-on builds — see each review for the complete take.