# Celebratory Droid Building Sets The LEGO Star Wars R2-D2 Set Celebrates Lucasfilm's Anniversary By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-04-22 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-star-wars-r2d2 References: [hiconsumption](https://hiconsumption.com/lego-star-wars-r2-d2/) & [lego](https://www.lego.com/en-us/product/r2-d2-75308) The [LEGO](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-r2d2) Star Wars R2-D2 set has been unveiled as the latest collaboration between the two brands that helps to celebrate [Lucasfilm's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/force-of-creativity) 50th anniversary with a stunningly detailed droid building kit. The set features 2,314 pieces that combine to create a substantial version of the spunky droid, which is perfect for being positioned on display on its own or amidst other sci-fi items. The finally product is paired with a number of details and accents that make it a joy to interact with including an adjustable periscope, opening front hatches and even a [hidden Lightsaber](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightsaber-lego) that calls to mind the third installment in the Skywalker saga Return of the Jedi. The LEGO Star Wars R2-D2 set is being launched for sale on May 1 at a price of $200. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Celebratory Building Sets:** Opportunity for companies to collaborate and create building sets to commemorate special events and anniversaries. - **Detailed Droid Building Kits:** Innovation opportunity to create highly detailed and interactive droid building kits for hobbyists and collectors. - **Sci-fi Memorabilia:** Opportunity to create more sci-fi memorabilia sets and items based on popular franchises for collectors and enthusiasts. ### Where This Applies - **Toy Manufacturing:** Opportunity for toy manufacturers to create building sets and kits that incorporate popular franchises like Star Wars and appeal to collectors. - **Entertainment:** Opportunity for entertainment companies to collaborate with merchandise manufacturers and release limited edition items to commemorate a special event or anniversary. - **Digital Gaming:** Innovation opportunity for digital gaming companies to partner with building set manufacturers and create in-game content based on the building sets. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Galactic Robot-Inspired Puzzle Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-r2d2.md) - [Celebratory Sci-Fi Toy Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-star-wars-25th-anniversary.md) - [Droid-Inspired Building Block Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-c3po.md) - [Sci-Fi Large-Scale Block Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ucs-death-star.md) - [Sophisticated Sci-Fi Toy Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-ultimate-collectors-series-atat.md) - [Sci-Fi Scene-Inspired Lego Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scifi-sceneinspired-lego-set.md) - [Sci-Fi Spacecraft LEGO Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scifi-spacecraft-lego-set.md) - [Thematic Sci-Fi Building Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ahsoka-lego-star-wars.md) - [Sci-Fi Franchise Logo Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brickbuilt-star-wars-logo.md)