The LEGO Sonic the Hedgehog theme was released in 2023 based on SEGA’s classic videogame series, Sonic the Hedgehog (the first Sonic the Hedgehog set arrived in 2021: a recreation of the game’s iconic Green Hill Zone level). The Sonic sets are geared towards play, with one including a launcher that sends the hedgehog racing through a full inverted loop, as well as introducing minifigure versions of other characters in the Sonic universe.
2023 LEGO Sets
In 2023, LEGO launched several major original and licensed themes while strengthening its digital ecosystem. LEGO DreamZzz debuted as a fantasy-driven world of imaginative creatures and vehicles tied to an animated series. The new LEGO Icons branding unified premium display sets under one banner, appealing to adult collectors. Sonic the Hedgehog and Gabby’s Dollhouse joined the lineup, expanding LEGO’s reach across gaming and children’s entertainment. LEGO Star Wars celebrated its 30th anniversary with commemorative sets, while the company advanced digital and retail expansion through immersive LEGO experiences worldwide. Sustainability research continued, with LEGO confirming it would not pursue recycled PET bricks due to performance limits but reaffirming its long-term commitment to greener materials and packaging.