The LEGO Marvel theme continues to deliver exciting new builds, even in a year with only one Marvel movie hitting cinemas, Deadpool and Wolverine. This year’s lineup pays homage to memorable moments from the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), with sets that bring iconic scenes from beloved past films to life. For both Marvel fans and LEGO collectors, the 2024 LEGO Marvel collection offers some standout options that showcase remarkable design and immersive storytelling. In this guide, we’ll explore the top five sets of the year, highlighting what makes each one worth adding to your collection. Whether you’re looking to recreate pivotal battles or complete your Avengers lineup, these sets are bound to impress.
76288 Iron Man & Iron Legion vs. Hydra Soldier
One of the most exciting developments for LEGO Marvel in 2024 is the introduction of the battle pack concept, a fan-favorite from LEGO Star Wars. For the uninitiated, battle packs are smaller sets designed for easy army building, featuring characters or troops that are part of a larger faction. This concept makes its debut in LEGO Marvel with Iron Man & Iron Legion vs. Hydra Soldier, allowing fans to bolster their Hydra or Iron Legion forces and recreate intense Marvel battles.
This set captures the moment Iron Man and his two Iron Legionnaires infiltrate a Hydra Trooper’s fortified base. It includes four minifigures—Iron Man, two Iron Legionnaires, and a Hydra Trooper—offering plenty of potential for epic standoffs or strategic team-ups. Clear blue bricks beneath the minifigures create the illusion of flight, adding dynamic action to any display.
The Hydra base itself is compact but features impressive playability, with two stud shooters mounted on a moving floor to create a functional stronghold. This set’s army-building potential, combined with its interactive features, makes it an ideal starting point for Marvel fans looking to expand their collection in a big way.
76291 The Avengers Assemble: Age of Ultron
For the first time in LEGO history, we have a set that brings together the entire lineup of the original Avengers in one box. The Avengers Assemble: Age of Ultron set offers fans a complete collection of classic heroes, featuring Hawkeye, Black Widow, Captain America, Iron Man, Thor, and Hulk. This exciting lineup allows fans to recreate one of the MCU’s most iconic battles in LEGO form, based on the climactic showdown from Avengers: Age of Ultron.
This set comprises five modular sections, each of which can be reconfigured in various ways to keep the action dynamic and engaging. The modularity allows for countless setup possibilities, making it easy to adapt scenes for imaginative play or to create an impressive, display-ready homage to the Avengers. With a push-along off-road vehicle and a wide variety of weapons and accessories included, fans can gear up each Avenger to relive epic battle moments or invent new ones.
Whether you’re after the play value or want a fully stocked Avengers display, this set stands out as one of the year’s essential Marvel collectibles. It’s perfect for both younger fans discovering the Avengers for the first time and longtime collectors looking to complete their Marvel minifigure collection.
76290 The Avengers vs. The Leviathan
Bringing intense Avengers battle action to life, The Avengers vs. The Leviathan set allows fans to recreate the high-stakes showdown from the Battle of New York. This set captures the moment Hulk, Captain America, and Black Widow face off against Loki, a Chitauri soldier, and their fearsome Leviathan air whale—a monstrous creature that wreaked havoc in the cityscape.
The Leviathan model itself is impressively detailed, with movable fins, an opening mouth, and a flexible head for a range of attack poses. Stud shooters add even more playability, making it easy to create dynamic battle scenes. Transparent stands are included, allowing for imaginative display options that make it appear as though the Leviathan is soaring through the air, ready to attack.
With this set, fans can enjoy a piece that combines action-packed features with a visually striking design, ideal for any Marvel display. Whether staging the battle in action poses or setting up an eye-catching scene, The Avengers vs. The Leviathan set is a must-have for those looking to expand their Marvel Universe in style.
76281 X-Men X-Jet
For fans of Marvel Studios’ X-Men ’97, the X-Men X-Jet set is a thrilling addition, delivering both nostalgia and high-flying action. This set includes key X-Men characters—Wolverine, Cyclops, Rogue, and Magneto—making it a perfect homage to the classic team lineup.
The X-Jet itself is a detailed and functional build with twin cockpits that can seat up to four minifigures, allowing for seamless team missions. With two stud shooters on each side and two powerful spring-loaded shooters beneath the wings, this jet is ready for action-packed battles. Adding to the playability are two removable storage containers, perfect for stowing spare studs and Wolverine’s iconic claws when they’re not in use.
Whether you’re reenacting classic scenes from the X-Men series or creating new adventures, this set brings the world of mutant heroes to life. Its detailed design and ample play features make the X-Men X-Jet a fantastic set for fans of all ages and a worthy addition to any Marvel collection.
76294 X-Men: The X-Mansion
For adult collectors and X-Men fans, X-Men: The X-Mansion is the ultimate set, bringing the iconic Xavier Institute for Higher Learning to life in stunning detail. With a massive 3,093 pieces, this two-level model is packed with interactive features and minifigures, making it both a display masterpiece and a tribute to the X-Men universe.
Measuring over 40 cm (16 in.) wide, the X-Mansion includes ten minifigures—Professor X, Wolverine, Jean Grey, Cyclops, Storm, Gambit, Rogue, Iceman, Bishop, and Magneto—alongside a buildable Sentinel figure that can be posed for action-packed scenes. The upper level of the mansion houses Professor X’s lab, Wolverine’s bedroom, and a medical lab, while the ground floor features a lobby, a classroom, and a library. To the left of the mansion is the Danger Room, accessed through a sliding door and customizable with reconfigurable walls and accessories for realistic training scenarios.
Adding to the set’s interactive appeal are thoughtful details like a sliding whiteboard and a rooftop section that can be “destroyed” with the flip of a switch, providing endless possibilities for imaginative play and display. This set captures the essence of the X-Mansion, making it a dream come true for adult LEGO enthusiasts and a standout piece in any Marvel collection.
These five sets are undoubtedly the best that LEGO Marvel has to offer in 2024, each bringing something unique to the table. Whether you’re a fan of iconic battle scenes, classic character lineups, or the nostalgia of Marvel’s animated series, there’s something here for everyone. Each set comes packed with fantastic minifigures, interactive play features, and impressive display value, making any of them a worthy addition to your collection. No matter which one you choose, these sets capture the excitement and heroism of the Marvel universe, ensuring endless hours of fun and a truly epic display.
