Welcome to the first installment of our weekly spotlight on retired LEGO sets. This week, we’ll be taking a closer look at the now-retired set, The Chicken Coop, set number 21140, from the Minecraft theme. The Chicken Coop was officially retired in November 2020, making it a sought-after collector’s item for LEGO and Minecraft enthusiasts. Join us as we dive into the details and explore what made this set a standout in the LEGO lineup.
Unbox the Fun: A Closer Look at the Chicken Coop Set!
The Chicken Coop set from the Minecraft theme boasts an impressive piece count of 4124, offering hands-on adventures for young fans of the sandbox video game. This LEGO Minecraft set includes an Alex minifigure, baby chicken, tamed wolf figures, and 2 chicken figures, allowing for immersive play. Designed for ages 7-14, the set features a buildable Minecraft chicken farm with an elevated henhouse that deposits egg elements directly into a chest, along with a decorative chicken banner, pen, furnace, and water and grass area with plants. In addition to a variety of accessory elements, such as a bone, feather, seeds, and eggs, the set enables imaginative rebuilds for more LEGO Minecraft creations. With its intricate details and versatile design, this set offers a captivating building experience for fans of both LEGO and Minecraft.
Vintage Vibes: Retrospective Review
The Chicken Coop set is a part of the LEGO Minecraft theme and was released as a representation of one of the original mobs found in the game. The set received positive feedback upon its release, particularly for its value for money, building experience, and inclusion of sought-after Minecraft elements such as chickens and a tamed wolf. The playability aspect, especially the feature to drop eggs into a hidden chest, was well-received. The set has a standing among Adult Fans of LEGO (AFOLs) with many noting its overall value and play features, making it a favorable choice for LEGO and Minecraft enthusiasts.
Fan Buzz
The Chicken Coop set from the LEGO Minecraft theme has received positive feedback from enthusiasts and collectors. One reviewer, Natethegreat101, expressed excitement about the set, stating, “After 4 years from its initial launch, LEGO Minecraft has finally introduced one of the original mobs that was found in the game itself. And it couldn’t have been done better!” Their detailed review highlighted the satisfaction derived from building the giant chicken and how the egg-drop feature accurately mimicked the game’s mechanics. Moreover, Bricksisko highly recommended the set, emphasizing its value, play features, and the inclusion of unique elements such as a tamed wolf and the character Alex. They concluded by stating, “This is a really great set. It was really hard for me to try to find some cons. That is just how good it is.” Additionally, StevenTheBrick commended the set’s price and building experience, indicating that “the playability is ok with the feature to drop eggs. The parts are good.” This feedback collectively underscores the set’s appeal and value to fans of LEGO Minecraft.
All the reviews for this article were provided by Brickset.com: The Chicken Coop Reviews
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Join us next week as we continue our weekly spotlight on retired LEGO sets. This week, we dived into the world of Minecraft with the retired set, The Chicken Coop (Product Number: 21140). Relive the excitement of this beloved theme and set, and be sure to check back next week for another nostalgic review of a previously retired set.
