couldn't agree more with saying 18+ sets should still have play features, having them just add on to display models to make them even better (like the sliding ramp and removable side engines on the galaxy explorer, so cool!)
I do hope 18+ sets from here on out will do a better job of consistently incorporating functions like this. There have been some really good examples lately though - Gringotts, the Shadow Box Batcave, Pac-Man.
Got this set about a month ago, always wished I had the original, while building I was constantly using the play features in between steps just appreciating how well everything works while still being relatively simple easily one of the best building experiences I’ve ever had
I'll be honest I didn't realise how much the old one had aged, or how much they resembled each other. Would love to see more dioramas that aren't just static, yet look good on display
Jesus, if I had this as a kid, I wouldn't be able to take my hands off of it. This really looks like they perfected the play feature element. 4:20 "a bit ridiculous to compare but I'll do it anyway"😳🤣
Raiders of the Lost Ark is my favorite movie of all time and the Indiana Jones line is possibly my favorite line of Lego sets right next to Minecraft. It's a franchise I've loved all the way through and was so delighted to hear Lego was bringing it back, especially this iconic scene and a recreation of a classic set that I'm very lucky to own. Really hope Lego keeps the Indy line going for just a bit longer. Can never get enough of Indiana Jones
Recently I've not really wanted a ton of play features in my sets, but with the few present in Lion Knights Castle and how perfect this set is, it's pretty clear that when Lego *wants* to, they're perfectly capable of adding play features that don't detract from the visual elements of the set (and actually enhance it). Rivendell is still my favorite set this year but this set is a close second, the OG boulder chase set is a core memory of mine
Are we not going to talk about how beautiful this set is as well? The techniques used on each face and skull decal are really creative and something I've never seen before in an official set, or even in most MOCs!
I tried to get this set at the LEGO store on release day and struck out in the first hour of the store opening. Struck out again online and yet again when the LEGO store employee told me when the next shipment came in. I finally got it on the third shipment and I built this set on a live stream. I, like you, thoroughly enjoyed this set. It was fun to build, didn't have much, if at all, repeated steps and the play features were fun to build. I still have this set sitting on my desk in view of my webcam so all my coworkers can marvel at it. It truly is a master piece set.
I had planned to get it earlier as well, but it was just continually out of stock for so long, and the only place that had it available was Target for $170... But yeah, it was still worth the wait. So impressed with this one!
Only thing I don't like is LEGO's new art style. It's fine for their non-licensed sets, but it just looks worse for the licensed ones, especially prevalent in LotR and Indy.
I'm really glad I finally caved in and got it, and I think you'd enjoy it too! If you get a chance to fiddle with the functions before you purchase it, I think you'll be 100% sold on it.
Your review/comparison made me wanting even more for mine to come soon. This is the first set I rather decided to ask for a local non-official seller to bring it than waiting for it to come at stores (In Spanish, in case that what I wrote isn't understandable: es el primer set que pido por encargo en vez de esperar a que llegue a las tiendas que venden la marca). I love Indiana Jones, the movies were the reason I started to wear fedora-styled hats, and the 4th one was the first movie I saw in the theater by my own. I couldn't adquire a LEGO Indiana Jones set back then, but now I'm just waiting for mine to come soon. It will be the biggest set in terms of pieces I will have (I think the Monster's Hunter Vampire Castle is bigger though it has much less pieces). Glad you enjoyed this set!
You forgot to show the plane from the original :) I am on the fence about which version I prefer. Yes, the new one has way more detail, but there is just something about the original's blockiness and what it managed to achieve with its limited number of pieces. Also, giant Duplo ball means infinitely more playability to me (and my cat) For one reason or another I still have MSIB copies of the original Temple Escape, the Flying Wing, the Shanghai Chase, the Temple of Doom and the Race for the Stolen Treasure sets. There is just something incredibly beautiful about the artwork of these original LEGO Indiana Jones boxes.
Lego Indiana Jones was one of my first themes I had growing up and I was super excited to see it return. Even if it was a small wave probably to get people excited for Dial of Destiny… but still this set feels like what all 18+ sets should be
100%. I do hope we get a few more Indiana Jones sets next year. I feel like these have been selling decently well - people were sure excited about them at least!
This line of sets was such a wonderful surprise. I always loved the Indiana jones theme and this video made me so happy. Apso i am truly flabbergasted thet the original temple escape retailed for $60! I do wosh lego made more remakes though because you can’t really bring back a theme thats been dead for 10-15 years with three sets. Anyways this video really brought me joy and thank you for sharing this with everyone. ❤❤
I brought this set on a whim because it reminded me so much of the lego indiana jones sets I couldn't have as a kid, this is deffo worth the price! It is so good!
Hey Cheesey, if you love Indiana Jones, I highly recommend checking out 1950s Scrooge Mcduck comic books. believe it or not, Scrooge Mcduck is the inspiration for Indiana Jones, and his comics reflect that. (Sadly no Donald Duck Lego theme though) 🙃
Thanks for the comparison review! The original definitely looks a bit bland compared to the new one which to be fair can take advantage of the much more expansive color palette that LEGO offers these days. I also really appreciate the price point. It feels on par with other licensed sets that cost $200+. And great point re playability! Little switches that made something move or made a door/wall become unhinged were always my favorites as a kid so this one delivers so much with all those cool Technic mechanics.
Many people don't see the difference, but IMO this set is clearly designed to be a display set first. It feels more like a "single play" gimmick type set which I never liked. Yes the features are very soild, and many builds are indeed very well made, but still all those pieces used for base could have been used to make this whole set much longer, or even if it lacked that rised base - much cheaper.
It definitely is made for adults, no doubt about it. And with that target audience in mind, I think the displayable elements like the base and the quote become essential. I would be curious to know how many kids are actually into Indiana Jones these days, too.
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I wasn't into Indy before I decided to make this video, but I figured I had best watch the movies ahead of doing this comparison. The first three are so much fun, and I'd 100% suggest giving them another chance.
Really love how much more sculptural the new version is. Also, it obviously has the benefit of having a more contemporary palette hahaha but it's such a nice display piece!
Now, this is quite off-topic so you might remove this comment, but I just fully completed the geometry dash level Clutterfunk and I‘m really proud of myself :D
![Indiana Jones [ 4K - HDR ] and The Raiders of the Lost Ark - The Golden Idol - Opening (1981)](/img/n.gif)
couldn't agree more with saying 18+ sets should still have play features, having them just add on to display models to make them even better (like the sliding ramp and removable side engines on the galaxy explorer, so cool!)
I do hope 18+ sets from here on out will do a better job of consistently incorporating functions like this. There have been some really good examples lately though - Gringotts, the Shadow Box Batcave, Pac-Man.
Pah! You think adults should *touch* our LEGO?! How absolutely disgusting!
Got this set about a month ago, always wished I had the original, while building I was constantly using the play features in between steps just appreciating how well everything works while still being relatively simple easily one of the best building experiences I’ve ever had
Such a joy to build. I usually destroy sets pretty quickly after doing a video on them, but this one I'll be keeping around awhile.
the 2008 version had adittionaly a plane, even with a snake inside.
I feel like a lot of people slept on how amazing this set it, it’s nice to see it getting some well deserved recognition
I'll be honest I didn't realise how much the old one had aged, or how much they resembled each other.
Would love to see more dioramas that aren't just static, yet look good on display
I hope the success of this set shows LEGO the importance of play features, even in 18+ sets.
@@CheeseyStudios Hopefully it will
Jesus, if I had this as a kid, I wouldn't be able to take my hands off of it. This really looks like they perfected the play feature element. 4:20 "a bit ridiculous to compare but I'll do it anyway"😳🤣
Totally lolol - my Harry Potter, Star Wars, Exo-Force figures and literally anybody else would have been doing the temple escape xD
And as a kid your dad wouldn't let you touch it.
Raiders of the Lost Ark is my favorite movie of all time and the Indiana Jones line is possibly my favorite line of Lego sets right next to Minecraft.
It's a franchise I've loved all the way through and was so delighted to hear Lego was bringing it back, especially this iconic scene and a recreation of a classic set that I'm very lucky to own. Really hope Lego keeps the Indy line going for just a bit longer. Can never get enough of Indiana Jones
I'd love a few more classic Indiana Jones sets too. They did such great work with these!
Recently I've not really wanted a ton of play features in my sets, but with the few present in Lion Knights Castle and how perfect this set is, it's pretty clear that when Lego *wants* to, they're perfectly capable of adding play features that don't detract from the visual elements of the set (and actually enhance it). Rivendell is still my favorite set this year but this set is a close second, the OG boulder chase set is a core memory of mine
Perfect balance of fashion and function.
We definitely need more sets like this 👌
Thanks for reviewing this! Hope we see more technic play features in these dioramas, it adds so much!
No problem! It really does add a lot and makes the set so much more memorable.
I got this set for my birthday, and its the biggest and best one I have!
That's awesome!
Are we not going to talk about how beautiful this set is as well? The techniques used on each face and skull decal are really creative and something I've never seen before in an official set, or even in most MOCs!
I tried to get this set at the LEGO store on release day and struck out in the first hour of the store opening. Struck out again online and yet again when the LEGO store employee told me when the next shipment came in. I finally got it on the third shipment and I built this set on a live stream. I, like you, thoroughly enjoyed this set. It was fun to build, didn't have much, if at all, repeated steps and the play features were fun to build. I still have this set sitting on my desk in view of my webcam so all my coworkers can marvel at it. It truly is a master piece set.
I had planned to get it earlier as well, but it was just continually out of stock for so long, and the only place that had it available was Target for $170... But yeah, it was still worth the wait. So impressed with this one!
“I’d get if I had the money” seems to be something I’m saying more and more these days
Yeah... Even regular playsets these days are absurdly expensive - just look at Dreamzzz and Ninjago!
@@CheeseyStudioswhere is the plane of the first version?
I really like how you use old sets to compare with. It’s a nice different touch from other reviewers.
I'm glad you appreciate that part too! I think it makes videos like these a lot more interesting, and hopefully a bit more timeless too.
Have this set. was amazing to build. Incredibly detailed
Fun Fact: The Golden Idol piece is the only fully nude person Lego ever made, and they even sculpted the boobs hahaha
This is sick and its even cooler to see it reviewed like that 🤩
I know I'm a bit late to the LEGO Indiana Jones party, but it was still so worth it! Glad you enjoyed it too :D
can you PLEASE over view all of the old indy sets? you could do a 2 or even 3 part for 2008, 2009 and the 2023 wave
If I ever can manage to get my hands on them all, I'd love to!
Only thing I don't like is LEGO's new art style. It's fine for their non-licensed sets, but it just looks worse for the licensed ones, especially prevalent in LotR and Indy.
Yeah, it really didn't work for those LotR figs 😪
I picked this set up as soon as i could and i dont regret it!
It's so good, isn't it? I wish I had gotten it earlier too, ha!
Thx Cheesy , I may have to give this set a 2nd look! I was hung up on all the stickers. Much appreciated review! 💕
I'm really glad I finally caved in and got it, and I think you'd enjoy it too! If you get a chance to fiddle with the functions before you purchase it, I think you'll be 100% sold on it.
I wonder when we're going to get some new movie based sets, I'm sure they can find some good setpieces to put in brick
Hopefully this isn't the last we see of the theme!
Your review/comparison made me wanting even more for mine to come soon. This is the first set I rather decided to ask for a local non-official seller to bring it than waiting for it to come at stores (In Spanish, in case that what I wrote isn't understandable: es el primer set que pido por encargo en vez de esperar a que llegue a las tiendas que venden la marca).
I love Indiana Jones, the movies were the reason I started to wear fedora-styled hats, and the 4th one was the first movie I saw in the theater by my own. I couldn't adquire a LEGO Indiana Jones set back then, but now I'm just waiting for mine to come soon. It will be the biggest set in terms of pieces I will have (I think the Monster's Hunter Vampire Castle is bigger though it has much less pieces).
Glad you enjoyed this set!
I haven't seen any pics of it yet, but I wanna see the new Indy hat on the old head
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Great review! So many Lego TH-camrs just talk about the good stuff Lego does, not many are critical which I appreciate in your videos🔥
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Amazing set, and a great review, thanks Caleb. It's disappointing that Lego only released three Indy sets this year. Was hoping for (way) more.
I really hope we see a few more in the future yet. People sure seemed excited about these three! There's so much potential for the theme to explore.
@@CheeseyStudios given the flop the last movie was, I think Disney will probably want to move away from the franchise, at least for now.
You forgot to show the plane from the original :) I am on the fence about which version I prefer. Yes, the new one has way more detail, but there is just something about the original's blockiness and what it managed to achieve with its limited number of pieces. Also, giant Duplo ball means infinitely more playability to me (and my cat)
For one reason or another I still have MSIB copies of the original Temple Escape, the Flying Wing, the Shanghai Chase, the Temple of Doom and the Race for the Stolen Treasure sets. There is just something incredibly beautiful about the artwork of these original LEGO Indiana Jones boxes.
I do hate the new 18+ box art. So soulless :(
I'm probably going to ask for this set for my birthday which is the end of October
I hope you get it! It's such a fun set
Lego Indiana Jones was one of my first themes I had growing up and I was super excited to see it return. Even if it was a small wave probably to get people excited for Dial of Destiny… but still this set feels like what all 18+ sets should be
100%. I do hope we get a few more Indiana Jones sets next year. I feel like these have been selling decently well - people were sure excited about them at least!
This line of sets was such a wonderful surprise. I always loved the Indiana jones theme and this video made me so happy. Apso i am truly flabbergasted thet the original temple escape retailed for $60! I do wosh lego made more remakes though because you can’t really bring back a theme thats been dead for 10-15 years with three sets. Anyways this video really brought me joy and thank you for sharing this with everyone. ❤❤
This set is amazing, so glad that they still included action features
I brought this set on a whim because it reminded me so much of the lego indiana jones sets I couldn't have as a kid, this is deffo worth the price! It is so good!
I think this would be a fun one to get
I'd very much recommend. It's a lot of fun to build and play around with!
I love this set! Great review and totally agree about playability in more sets. Can’t wait to get my hands on it :)
It looks great😊
5:29 one must imagine Sisyphus happy
Ha! 🤣
Awesome set, great display with amazing play functions
Probably my favourite set this year. Love Indy. This set is a beauty
It's so good. My favorite of the year too!
I love this set and w definitely get it.
I won't regret it! It's so much fun
Hey Cheesey, if you love Indiana Jones, I highly recommend checking out 1950s Scrooge Mcduck comic books. believe it or not, Scrooge Mcduck is the inspiration for Indiana Jones, and his comics reflect that. (Sadly no Donald Duck Lego theme though) 🙃
That sounds awesome, ha! I had no idea that was a thing. I'll have to look into it!
That looks epic
It's a good one!
Thanks for the comparison review! The original definitely looks a bit bland compared to the new one which to be fair can take advantage of the much more expansive color palette that LEGO offers these days. I also really appreciate the price point. It feels on par with other licensed sets that cost $200+. And great point re playability! Little switches that made something move or made a door/wall become unhinged were always my favorites as a kid so this one delivers so much with all those cool Technic mechanics.
Really glad you enjoyed this one! I adore this remake. It's still my favorite set of the year
And, while maybe not as important, we see the release of the 17 stud diameter banana gears in dark bluish gray
That is indeed pretty epic. Glad they didn't use the yellow one in this set lol!
Raiders of the Lost Ark is easily my favorite movie of all time, I might pick this up one day but it is pricey
It's definitely pricey, but well worth the cost I think :)
Awesome review buddy!
Appreciate it!
Nice set its cool ❤❤❤
Such a good one! So glad I finally was able to get my hands on it.
I personally love the OG one, I think the new one is ok
Fair enough! Gotta love that Duplo boulder :)
Build a Minecraft DUNGEONS dungeon in lego- it’s a cool challenge
Many people don't see the difference, but IMO this set is clearly designed to be a display set first. It feels more like a "single play" gimmick type set which I never liked.
Yes the features are very soild, and many builds are indeed very well made, but still all those pieces used for base could have been used to make this whole set much longer, or even if it lacked that rised base - much cheaper.
It definitely is made for adults, no doubt about it. And with that target audience in mind, I think the displayable elements like the base and the quote become essential. I would be curious to know how many kids are actually into Indiana Jones these days, too.
this and the recent el dorado fortress are the best play value 18+ sets in my opinion
Very true. I love that LEGO is starting to emphasize the importance of playability again!
Oh, the childhood memories of watching Indiana Jones movies and being absolutely terrified 😅
LOL! Yeah, I remember being scarred by Temple of Doom and the ending of Raiders as well...
man nothing succs more that when a toy company ditches gimmicks that are fun as heck
Agreed 😪
I love that you got the old one to compare. I have to say the one thing that’s kind of a downgrade is Indy’s baby face
Im seriously 13 and i built it in like 4 hours yesterday. And yes... Its amazing!
Such a great set! Wish we'd get more like it.
Yep, i love your videos 🙂 and i own that sonic ideas set and that is amazing too!
7 year old me would have loved this set
A fast but good review.
Thanks!
I never had the original, but the new one is great. But my shelves are pretty flimsy, so I’ll be displaying it on top of my bookshelf instead..
Yeah, it's a pretty heavy build 😂 Quite dense! But they managed to fit some amazing things into it
You know, first few minutes of this video, I might buy this set. It would be the first non-Minecraft Lego set I‘ve bought in 2 years
It's really, really good. I think you'd enjoy it quite a bit!
@@CheeseyStudios unfortunately it’s an 18+ :/
Ehhh WHATEVER Imma buy it anyways >:D
Why do I feel like combining the sets since the newer ver. lost a few traps
That would make for the ultimate model!
You can tell they put in a ton of effort, I hope it does well.
Me too. I really want to see more sets like this. Made me feel like a kid again!
When a set is great for both display and play, you know you'll have a good time
100%
Disney could learn from Lego how to do remakes xD
lolololol trueeee
Where do you work that your boss was raving about a Lego set? XD I always thought you did YT as a full-time thing.
I work at Hypixel as a level designer! Been there 9 years now. As much as I'd love to go full time with TH-cam, I just wouldn't be able to survive off the revenue here alone. :,(
Im sad jock wasn't brought back
Yeah.. 😪
Cannot say I like the new Indie face and hat.
It does feel a bit off to me, too. Does f read as Harrison Ford
Wish the title and quote weren't stickers.
Agreed. That caught me off guard a bit!
Well i should probably give the 18+ sets a change
Some of them are pretty cool!
👍
This wave of Indiana Jones sets was almost perfect. It's a shame the Temple of Doom set was cancelled, I would have loved to collect them all!
Indeed. That was undoubtedly a big blunder on LEGO's part.
Trilogy? I think there are 5 movies my friend!
After all the bad things I've heard about 4 and 5, I'm more than happy to pretend they don't exist 🤣
Yes, I didn't watch 5 yet, but 4 isn't the best movie.@@CheeseyStudios
I have no connection to Indiana Jones hence why I haven't thought about buying this set, even though it is beautiful. But eh, might have to snag it
I wasn't into Indy before I decided to make this video, but I figured I had best watch the movies ahead of doing this comparison. The first three are so much fun, and I'd 100% suggest giving them another chance.
2:28 its not but sure
what
Really love how much more sculptural the new version is. Also, it obviously has the benefit of having a more contemporary palette hahaha but it's such a nice display piece!
It really is! LEGO does make beautiful models these days
@@CheeseyStudiosbeautifully difficult on the qallet too 😭😭😭😂😂😂
Hi
Hey there!
Minecraft world dark forest please
Are you a LEGO Indiana Jones fan too?
Now, this is quite off-topic so you might remove this comment, but I just fully completed the geometry dash level Clutterfunk and I‘m really proud of myself :D
Honestly, I prefer the older mini figs. But that's probably just nostalgia from playing the LEGO games so much hahaha
I can understand that - I'm pretty partial to the older, more realistic designs too!
Not even in top 10 for me 😅
What's your favorite set so far this year?
@@CheeseyStudios Rivendell) And very close to it, the new Ideas Insects 🐜