Head-to-head
LEGO Icons Atari 2600 vs LEGO Icons NASA Artemis Space Launch System
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 #10341
LEGO Icons NASA Artemis Space Launch System
The SLS rocket. The Orion spacecraft. The mobile launcher. NASA's return to the Moon, captured in LEGO at 1m of vertical display energy.
By the numbers
The spec sheet.
| Metric | LEGO Icons Atari 2600 | LEGO Icons NASA Artemis Space Launch System |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4/5 | 5/5WINS |
| Pieces | 2,532 | 3,601WINS |
| MSRP | $239.99WINS | $259.99 |
| Price per piece | $0.09 | $0.07WINS |
| Verdict | Recommended | Must buy |
| Best for | Retro gaming fans, Generation X collectors, and anyone who wants a smaller-footprint vintage tech build. | Space enthusiasts, NASA fans, and Icons collectors who want a vertical display centerpiece without the architectural bulk. |
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 NASA Artemis Space Launch System
Pros
- 1m of vertical display height — the tallest LEGO space set ever made
- Iconic orange-and-white SLS livery in actual brick colour, not stickers
- Removable Orion spacecraft sub-build at the top
- Mobile launcher tower with detailed servicing arms
- Booster separation stages display modes
Cons
- Vertical footprint demands 1m+ of ceiling clearance
- Mobile launcher tower is tall and tip-prone — anchor it
- Some sticker work on the SLS livery panels
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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.