LEGO 1998 / Basic / FreeStyle Sets

The Basic FreeStyle sets were part of various promotional releases that used LEGO System bricks. All these promotional sets used the FreeStyle look and feel and most came in standard polybags although a few were boxed. These promotional sets were offered from various companies including Blockbuster, Kelloggs, Jack-In-The-Box and more throughout the US and the rest of the world.

1998 LEGO Sets

In 1998, LEGO took a major leap into technology and digital play with the introduction of LEGO Mindstorms, revolutionizing the way users interacted with LEGO bricks. This new theme combined programmable bricks, LEGO-compatible sensors, and motors, allowing users to build and code fully functional robots. Mindstorms became a cornerstone for LEGO’s STEM-focused educational initiatives, bridging the gap between traditional play and technology-driven learning.