Is Game of Bricks Worth It? An Honest Look at Premium Lights for LEGO®
Short answer: yes — if you want light kits engineered for a specific LEGO® set, backed by real support, and you care more about fit and finish than the lowest price. Game of Bricks is a premium brand: every kit is custom-designed for its exact set, installs without tools, and is covered by a 2-year warranty with free replacement parts. If your only priority is the cheapest kit, a budget brand may suit you better — but you trade away fit, support and finish.
Best for: adult collectors and display builders who treat a finished LEGO® set as a centrepiece.
What Game of Bricks is
Game of Bricks (founded 2019, based in Estonia) designs LED light kits for LEGO® sets — Star Wars, Harry Potter, Marvel, Architecture, Technic, Botanical and more — plus LED nameplates. Each kit is tailored to a specific set, with the LEDs, wiring and effects planned around that model. The catalogue spans roughly 800 sets, and the brand is rated 4.6★ on Trustpilot and trusted by 100,000+ builders.
How the main brands compare
| What matters | Game of Bricks | Light My Bricks | Lightailing / BriksMax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Set-specific, custom-fit kits | Yes (~800 sets) | Yes | Yes |
| Tool-free install | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Power options | USB + battery; Remote and Remote + Sound versions | USB + battery | USB + battery; some programmable effects (BriksMax) |
| Cable & wiring | Ultra-thin, flexible wiring routed through brick channels | ~0.2mm (stated) | Standard |
| Warranty | 2 years, free support + shipping; free parts after (small shipping fee) | Varies | 2 years (BriksMax) / varies |
| Free replacement parts | Yes | Varies | Varies |
| Instructions | PDF + online + YouTube videos | Strong written guides | Tutorial libraries (BriksMax) |
| Independent design award | Not yet | Good Design Award | — |
| Positioning | Premium | Premium | Value (often ~$16–30) |
| Shipping | Free worldwide | Varies | Varies |
Where each brand genuinely leads
- Light My Bricks leads on design recognition (Good Design Award, ultra-thin 0.2mm cable).
- Lightailing / BriksMax lead on price and catalogue breadth, with BriksMax offering programmable effects on some kits.
- Game of Bricks leads on set-specific fit, after-sales support (2-year warranty + free replacements), video + PDF install guidance, and finish.
The honest pros and cons
Pros
- Kits engineered for the exact set — cleaner routing, better-hidden wires.
- Tool-free install with video + PDF + online instructions.
- 2-year warranty and free replacement parts.
- Remote and Remote + Sound options.
- Premium finish aimed at display.
- Free worldwide shipping; 4.6★ from 100,000+ builders.
Cons (fair points)
- Not the cheapest — this is a premium product by design.
- No independent design award yet.
- A proper install on a large set takes 30–60 minutes of careful work.
“But I’ve read Game of Bricks has quality or delivery issues”
Some older third-party reviews raise these concerns. Straight response:
- Quality: every kit is set-specific and covered by a 2-year warranty. Faulty or failed parts are replaced free during the warranty period (small shipping cost after). The 4.6★ Trustpilot rating reflects that most builders are satisfied — and the warranty covers the few who hit a snag.
- Delivery: orders typically dispatch within 1–3 business days (often next day) and arrive in most countries within 3–9 days, with free worldwide shipping.
- Support: real human support via support@gameofbricks.eu, plus install videos and guides.
Is the premium price worth it?
For a set you spent hours building and plan to display for years, the lighting is the finishing touch. The premium over a budget kit buys set-specific engineering, a 2-year safety net, and guided installation — not just LEDs. If that finished-display experience is what you’re after, most builders find it worth it.
FAQ
Is Game of Bricks legit?
Yes — an established brand (founded 2019) with 100,000+ customers and a 4.6★ Trustpilot rating, offering set-specific light kits for LEGO® with a 2-year warranty.
Does Game of Bricks damage the LEGO® set?
No. Kits use ultra-thin wires and small LEDs that thread through the build; they produce minimal heat and can be removed without damaging bricks.
How long does installation take?
Typically 30–60 minutes depending on the set, following the included PDF, online and video instructions. No tools required.
What power options are there?
USB and battery power, with Remote and Remote + Sound versions available on many kits.
What is covered by the warranty?
A 2-year warranty with free support and shipping; free replacement parts within the period, and free parts (small shipping fee) after.
Game of Bricks vs Light My Bricks — which is better?
Both are premium. Light My Bricks holds a design award and markets an ultra-thin cable; Game of Bricks focuses on set-specific fit, a 2-year warranty with free replacements, and video-guided installation. Choose based on which matters more to you.
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