LEGO Marvel Ultimate Hulkbuster: Enormous & not THAT bad | set 76210

[@mauzer8k805]

Imo if you pay an absurd high premium price, you should expect a perfect premium product

[@MartenFerret]

If you need 1:1, then Monogram is more your thing than Lego. Just how I see it.

[@mauzer8k805]

@@MartenFerret not interested in marvel at all, but i dont like the direction lego is heading to

[@undead.rising]

You could spend $50 more and get the UCS Razor Crest, which has several desirable minifigures, over 2000 more pieces, and an overall more polished appeal. Its insides are also at the top of its game.

[@ferzwither]

Technically the razor crest cost the same bcs you have to buy the iron man figure ($40-$50) to have this set complete... Not worth this Hulkbuster

[@fakeflash0794]

To think the Eiffel Tower is almost as tall as 3 of these standing on top of each other…

[@stam7250]

And much more value

[@mrm0ngoose773]

And not that much more expensive

[@superlee091]

The build process might be designed for the new comers but the price is not made for new comers... and for something at this price range, perfection is the only thing there can be

[@AldenG]

Lego really loves making these ridiculously-expensive mammoth sets nowadays.

[@Masterbuildermax]

This is why Jang is the best Lego reviewer. On KZbin.

[@Bass-mx3iw]

Oddly the most positive review I’ve seen on this set. Also didn’t see any discolored dark red which is good

[@samuraibricks]

Thanks for the review Jang! As someone who loves mechs of all varieties, I do applaud Lego for managing to build such an incredibly large model and make it stand tall on its own feet. The real killer for me is the price, and that has as much to do with how objectively expensive it is as the relatively poor price-per-piece ratio. This is not something that I could afford as a casual Marvel fan and I'm sure a lot of people would feel similar about this set. The decision to accommodate the buildable Iron Man figure was definitely the wrong one. An idea that sounded cool in the conference room perhaps, but definitely contributed to the underachievement of this Hulkbuster set that simply needs to be perfect in order to sell.

[@TiagoCatarino]

I was so excited about this release but my hopes were busted

[@amelieandersen8371]

Jang wearing a the 'GOAT' top..nice one

[@apluto12-z3e]

Wow Jang you went easy on it in the beginning. I'm with you in this, some things you just can't unsee

[@KenTails]

Big single piece dome for the head feels a bit.. wrong or out of place, when everything else is built up with smaller parts.

[@theaces3697]

i dont really get the torso being the biggest issues - for me when comparing to the real thing or the hot toys model is the shoulders, waist, legs and ankles are all VERY wrong with most being far to skinny - i think if it wasnt meant to be the hulkbuster it would be a pretty amazing mech

[@DZstudios.]

Jang is the GOAT

[@biodude15]

Comparing it to the picture at 3:47, here's what I see: The midriff section where it curves into the waist before jutting out at the hips, just isn't there in the original There should be armor under the shoulder pauldrons, which should point down along the bicep, and themselves should stick up further The shins don't have plating that covers the ankles The pecs are too tall, and the moving the arc reactor with them should help fix where it sits, though relative to the hips, it sits at an appropriate height The feet look a bit too long. The pauldrons might be able to be fixed if you remove the cross axle and connect them directly to the shoulder, and move the armor up a stud. That would give room to have a small amount of plates cover the upper shoulder. The pecs and midriff would require major changes to the build Adding plates to the sides of the shins might help, though they would need to wrap around a bit to cover the front of the ankles Shortening the feet may cause stability issues.

[@DarthBear356]

This set just baffles me... I hate the "who asked for this" comments normally, but here I think this comment has a point. Who is this made for? Do Lego genuinely believe people are willing to shell out $550 for a huge Hulkbuster mech that is not accurate to the film, limited articulation that limits displayability, and 5x the price of other much more compact but better designed mechs? I hate how so many hard-core lego fans will slam designers online for being 'lazy' or 'not caring', from what I've seen of Lego designers, they are incredibly passionate and dedicated to what they do, and work so hard to make each model fun to build and play with. But here? I just don't get how this went so wrong...

[@davisjaeger7433]

I think sets like this are designed primarily for Lego fans who also happen to like marvel or iron man. The primary selling point is a large Lego set that looks cool, not movie accuracy. The building experience is arguably the most important part, so comparing it to a solid display figure it’s t really fair.

[@YoungestGo1st]

Thank you Jang for your (wallet's) sacrifice.

[@jacobmcmillan6787]

I love how massive it is

[@alterego2275]

Nice that someone bought it so we don't have to. Terrible set!

[@theGhostfaceKiller666]

550$ is like a lifetime of Mcchickens!!

[@alterego2275]

It's s terrible and overpiced set, what else can be said about it.

[@Howlox]

I'm not an entitled Lego buyer either (I'll be honest, they realllly annoy me) but I must say, I was surprised by the complete lack of leg articulation. If Lego had made a figure this big and it could pose, that would be some feat. But this is just a static display piece. I'm not sure what to think of it. I understand the building process may have been great, but for me their needs to be value after its built too.

[@lija8765]

it just looks like an infant. the legs are too thin and connect too far apart, and the bolbous shape is reminiscent of a diaper. together with the thin ankles... it's an ironbaby suit

[@kibavee3295]

Its very strange to me that they devoted such a large amount of resources on a play feature like that on a static display piece, especially at the cost of its overall look. And for the $40 extra set you need for this one, they should have either thrown one in with this guy, or made a special exclusive printed head for the $40 figure included

[@Howlox]

"especially at the cost of its overall look". As Jang said, the space for the $40 dollar is not what makes the outside look bad. There was the potential to design it accurate around that space, and I have to agree.

[@isaachunsberger2484]

In my opinion i think this honestly might be the worst set ever. There are so many reasons that i say that. For one, it looks extremely over prices, even by the price hike standards. The details and proportions are horribly off. Ive watched reviews that talked about small details falling off with the slightest movement. The gaps on this build are insane, and im saying that as someone who is a lot less picky than other LEGO fans. The Tony stark minifigure looks like it came from a $10 juniors set. The light bricks are orange rather than blue. There was a UCS style hulkbuster before, which wasn't that popular to begin with, so they decided to sell one 4x the price. This is the largest Marvel set ever, and they decided to design it around the idea of putting the Iron man figure inside. That $40 Iron man set was one of the worst sets in the wave, so the designed a $550 set to help make a $40 shelf warming set more appealing. Perhaps the biggest issue with this set is what it isn't. This set could've been so many other things, a Helicarrier, X mansion, Avengers tower. Literally no one was asking for a hulkbuster. I know calling this the worse set ever might be harsh, but it checks so many boxes

[@gumbycat5226]

I think the set would be a whole lot better if it had posable legs because then I could possibly have it sit on a bookshelf whereas it would be quite hard for me to find a place for it in my home. When you quote price, it's always worth remembering that some countries, like Australia, have the sales tax added in whereas in other countries, like Canada and the USA, the price is before sales tax. People think that Lego charges more in Australia (where I live) but it is often more expensive in the USA when you add the tax.

[@coffeeinhandproductions3238]

Solid review, and fairly accurate to what works/doesn't work here. Personally not a fan of the direction Lego took overall, however no argument that the build process looks super fun, and it has enormous presence on display.

[@migatron1]

Great review, JANG. It's not the car crash everyone made it out to be but, I think there's more value in the Hot Toys Hulkbuster, imo. If you're going for the ultimate Hulkbuster display piece

[@captain-brickhead8317]

Terrible design which compromises the appearance for an unwanted play feature.

[@mbphilipblack8993]

My thoughts were why not just buy the Hot Toys version or the Sideshow collectables version i would still rather spend the aftermarket prices for those movie accurate versions and for the price i'd stick to the UCS star wars line

[@concon09090]

For the price of two Perfect Grade Gundams, this is insanely overpriced

[@_Pikalika_]

that's a big one

[@empatheticrambo4890]

As always I appreciate your unsponsored perspective, and I agree with you how the torso doesn't look quite right. But you've got extra insight now that you've got it in person, and I can live vicariously through your review.

[@hajkie]

You get an instant like for the not sponsored statement. Thats expensive xD

[@empatheticrambo4890]

18:45 seeing you be able to pick it up and wave it around really made me want to get it more than anything - what an incredible giant lego mech! But of course, I'll stick with playsets I can afford instead. But it was fun to see you swoosh it!

[@villelepoaho4105]

I have to say, it's not as bad as I initially thought. Still not worth $550, though. I would definitely wait for a discount.

[@Metalizer]

18:02 "What is it good for? Absolutely nothing, just say it again" xD xD

[@moneywastedcollecting]

It's cool in my opinion, but if I'm spending that much money, I'm saving a little more and getting the Hulk Vs Hulkbuster statue from sideshow collectibles.

[@lbricks7631]

$850 Australian... I know thats a good exchange rate, but who's gonna pay that much for a glorified mech.

[@Floorslug]

Nice! This was the review I was waiting for. I was initially convinced by everyone hating this set that it wasn’t worth the time, but after seeing it in person at the Lego store I actually really like it. I was super impressed by it’s size, and it absolutely dwarfs the Castle, which I think is a bit small for the price.

[@alexchou1984]

Sweet! I didn't know Jang was into Gundams too!

[@justintendo4302]

It looks a lot better in person I will say after seeing at the Lego store, however I wish it’s proportions were better

[@brickfairie]

This isn't a set for me but I just love you're reviews! Great as always!

[@hunter4229]

This just plain doesn't look right. The torso and shoulders are the worst part to me. I wouldn't mind the price if it was exceptionally made, quite a disappointment after how good Optimus Prime was. Like I know they are different mostly in terms of scale, but Optimus was spot on while this is just wrong in so many ways.

[@parker_smith72]

Would've been cooler if the $10-15 minifugure series of mechs was in it Set 76203 or 76140.

[@GoingHamAllTheWay]

I mean it looks nice but tbh if I was to buy one of these for a display why would I get this and not the metal casted models with those magnets to pose mid assembly or in any position really, just a realistic thought

[@TaRgEt0ZeRo]

everytime i look at it, ....... what a missing opportunity, legs awsome, but the rest is weird

[@KyL]

Appreciate Jang's positivity and optimism! Not a fan of the set at all but tatse is subjective.

[@timewarpdrive77]

If this had a deep discount (like down to 200 dollars), I might pick it up to moc it... with all that interior space, it could operate has a ship for minifigs

[@sitsia3808]

let's hope for good discounts on black Friday that's in like 4 days left now? (2022 black Friday)

[@mastterby]

Totally agree with you about casual fans

[@memesarekeem]

WOW this thing is hideous!

[@cobbss1405]

great review! but the thing is, for 550$ I don't think it has the right to be "okay" or "decent" for that price I thin we should get the best of the best when forking over that much

[@theeternal0114]

We just need to wait for someone to rebuild it fully to look more movie accurate, fixing proportions, gaps etc (even if that mean no space for smaller figure inside), and post instructions on rebrickable. I think something like that could even help sell more of these sets (more as box with parts for 550 to build big Hulkbuster, just not the one from the box).

[@h2owl205]

Thank you for not absolutely ripping this thing to shreds every waking second of the video. IMO this isn't a good set at all, but there are good parts to it and you highlighted them well. It just seems like all anyone does is beat the dead horse over and over

[@HYBRIDZHQ]

Yeah it's not my thing either but I'm kind of happy that Jang doesn't jump on the bandwagon

[@pauldeddens5349]

I think this is unacceptable as far as quality and gimmicks go. Casual fan, its badly proportioned. I dont care for marvel that much, the Hulkbuster is pretty much the only thing I really enjoy, and it is sad to see it get such a huge set, only for it to fail so spectacularly. I could accept it if it was at a better price, 300 or less. Not for 550, plus 50 for its companion set. Torso is too tall and rendered wrong, way to boxy body, and way to much empty space not covered up. They could have bundled this with the buildable iron man, shrunk the main build down an inch or so to fix the proportion and give spare parts for the gaps. There is no reason they could have not truncated the frame a bit to let the detail hang off of it so we dont see the frame. Or the fact they refused to put a regular white LED in the light brick. I guess you can just use some technic lights, but they discontinued power functions and have no alternatives! This set really needed some more work and development, and I think it got rushed for christmas. The fact it has the gimmick shows it was in development atleast since buildable iron man was released. I would love to take it for 300, but its MSRP is absurd, and it being Lego store only just hinders it so much. Walmart had done a great job discounting other (Non-IP) Lego sets, and I think they could have actually made this sold if it was on their shelves. I dont see this as anything more than another huge set for Lego stores to display in their windows to drag people into stores. For this set, I would have expected limited poseability, with a focus on detail and shaping. It messes up proportions, has lots of gaps and hollow space, exposed frame elements. And literally no detail on the inside. With several features like light bricks badly integrated, as wrong of a color as you could get, and skimped detail on places that dont even do anything, like the ankles. Im sure someone can do a mod for this with its parts and make a much better build, but I would need to see that build and its instructions before considering buying this set at this price. When you ask who this set is for, probably me. I love Lego, and I love *_BIG_* Lego. Especially mechs. I want to build Lego mechs this scale, and it would be perfect if its flaws and price werent so off-putting. This is practically a mecha starter kit, begging to be redesigned or turned into something else, like Crimson Typhoon from Pacific Rim. I would love to see more of this from lego, just executed better.

[@dannypopovic2419]

"Not that bad" is not good enough for the price

[@blop6817]

I dont think it looks very good and for 550 dollars thats just not okay, lego says that only the best is good enough and this just plain isnt good enough 😡

[@thebeetovenrider1246]

Just bad design. Did they not do study groups? Or did they just not care?

[@amyjones25]

I think the worst part about this set is that it looks like the chest and shoulders could have been done better but for some reason it wasn't. I also don't feel like the figure inside is the problem. The top just looks unfinished, like they had a specific piece count that they couldn't go over and had to make do with limited parts.

[@michaelkolano8686]

you know, i actually wonder how worthwhile the skeleton or basis of this set is, to make other types of robot character models. like imagine a gundam, transformer, or battletech model based off this. i'd certainly get an ATLAS set for one!

[@IG88IGLOO.]

I don't understand what this set is supposed to be. The light bricks might as well not even be there if they can't all light up at the same time. The Iron man figure inside is interesting but that will get old in two minutes. If the gimmick is the size then you should just get the UCS Falcon... Compared to all of the Nintendo adult sets they all have very interesting gimmicks for a quarter of the price. You show this thing to someone and there's just no wow factor here. You look at it, turn on the yellow lights, move the arms and you walk away.

[@redheads604]

the ankles and shoulder look so off

[@greenhill004]

I like the set a lot more than most AFOLs, but really it's a $350 set AT BEST! NinjaGo Gardens has more pieces, a ton of figures and is now $350.

[@undead.rising]

Yup! $530 aud for Ninjago Gardens, but $850 for the Hulkbuster. Now which one am I going to buy?

[@gumbycat5226]

It feels like a sloppy model to me, like that UCS transporter.

[@davidy3722]

Excellent work as always. I mod would be a great video is you ever find the time

[@oscarvilche4431]

I like to think of this set as A Hulkbuster set. Not THE Age of Ultron Hulkbuster. If I was not a super fan of Marvel movies, especially those in the Avengers chronology and theme, but i knew about Iron Man and, subsequently, the Hulkbuster, i would absolutely be impressed by this. It's a fantastic set and an awesome conversation starter especially in the world of MCU fans. But, it is inaccurate to the actual thing it's based on and the gaps are wrong, and for $550?? I would personally feel the need to put another $150+ to modify it and makes it screen accurate. It really is an awesome set and very impressive. Thank you Jang for reviewing it!!

[@TenSoldierYT]

You're into Gunpla Jang? Awesome, even more reason to stay, I've been here since 2010 and I've loved every second!

[@smhcoolguy5024]

It’s crazy seeing the size against a hand

[@minervszombies]

It's neat that it can hold the Iron Man action figure, but I don't think it was worth the awkward proportions and superfluous size.

[@TheGUNdalf]

I hope lego soon realises that they are in the end game with their completely off overprised sets 😎

[@Hippienolic2]

Consider myself an advanced builder and I prefer easier builds you’ll find in a small Harry Potter set than an 18+ set

[@maartnnn0507]

I think one foot might make a pretty nice start for a star wars landspeeder...

[@smhcoolguy5024]

Thank you for the review 🙏

[@russ4550]

The pauldron piece should've been made bigger (and shaped correctly..) to cover more of the gap, but remained hollow to keep the articulation to the arm piece could kind of slide inside it or at the furthest angle it could still be covering nearly to the first arm piece... Then making all of the legs thicker I think just these 2 changes would've made this model 100 percent better.. still not perfect but as it is now it just look like a little too many things were comprised or just wrong..

[@lucjan1897]

Saw this guy in Lego shop recently. He's big, he doesn't look all that bad.. but even with all the details he doesn't looks perfect, he's way too expensive and he really has no reason to exist.

[@nathanaelhall5780]

I always appreciate your honesty & insight.

[@CriticsCupofficial]

The best part is that the stand can hold the brick separater only thing that caught my eye which is NOT good for a £550 set jezz it looks ugly

[@gwkleong]

Looking forward to Marvel Ultimate set that is minifigure scale hint hint Avenger Tower and Helicarrier

[@morio9284]

Insanely overpriced! 😱😱😱

[@brickhunter7758]

Love your reviews!! It's a cool set, but way too unnecessary and expensive. :P

[@rogerhalt3991]

Looks cool from afar but up close you start to notice some issues. Great model but I would buy if it’s reduced

[@IcEMystPrivate]

I'd spend my money on the new Eifel Tower. This set has not the Lego spirit...

[@Jehowy666]

Eifel Tower also has no Lego spirit.

[@HoangPham-wp9gu]

after watching this, I am way happier that I bought the hot toys version. Even though it was almost twice the price of the LEGO one when I got it, it is like 4 times better. The LEGO one just has too many design flaws that bug me a lot.

[@brainofmorbius]

Thanks for another well balanced review

[@carter5389]

This set is really not doing it for me. The impressive size doesn't make up for gaps and inaccuracies in design. I think this set would've been better off much shorter, with the part count going toward a more movie accurate facade and more solid build. I think the gimmick is the main issue here, it necessitates the larger build with gaps and adds an extra $50 (in canada) on top of an already very expensive set. Losing this functionality and having an Iron Man helmet and torso built into the mech would've been a much better alternative. Call me captain hindsight I suppose, I just think this set leaves alot to be desired. I don't know if the compatibility with the action figure was a mandate from Lego or the designers idea, but either way this functionality seems to be the root of alot of the issues with this set in terms of the necessary scale and design compromises. Sorry for rambling, I just wanted to get my two cents out there. Great video as always Jang, you're easily my favourite Lego reviewer out there.

[@undead.rising]

Over 4000 pieces? Sorry, but I just don't see it. And not having arm or leg printing on a figure in a premium set? That's very early 00's.

[@DerHoschi]

It's good for DC fans!

[@Insect3]

This set is literally Ironman-ception

[@devinyu2320]

$550 wow

[@Src4mblerr]

I would gladly set this up next to my Daily Bugle, Imperial Star Destroyer, and Millennium Falcon. Nice companion piece in my personal opinion. I'm gonna put it in my Christmas list for next year!

[@CrazyBunnyAids]

Jang could you please fix this set on twitch in the future? It would be so cool and I would definitely buy it! It just needs some help to become a better set

[@MichaelMartin-qe5ye]

It's awesome that the build process is fun, but ultimately it's designed as display piece and it fails at that. 500 dollars for incorrect proportions, large gaps, and for the love of God, Lego, make gray or black technic pins instead of blue ones. If someone is paying 500+ dollars, they're probably an advanced builder and don't need blue pins, and even if they're not and they have to re-do a step, at least the look of the final product will be worth it.

[@dougjohnson3737]

What do you think the best set to get for this VIP weekend that would get all the gwp?!

[@Lego6980]

Hi Jang, Have been watching you channel for years and thanks for all your great work, which has given me many hours of entertainment. Question - Have you thought of reviewing the u released Classic Space set 1526? Could be interesting?

[@EvanMoon]

I clicked LIKE

[@WizardOfOss]

At first glance it looks mighty impressive, and some parts survive close scrutiny, but too many parts indeed don't. That could have been somewhat forgivable if it was amazing value, but it's rather the opposite. Very flawed model at an absurd price. For this much money I'd expect something pretty close to perfect. This just isn't. And sure, collectible figures can be very expensive indeed, but those are A) so much better, and B) are much more limited production, hand-finished products. I get why those are so expensive. Here we're talking about a mass produced set mostly made from very common (therefore cheap) pieces. And a big sticker sheet. It's just not the same.

[@hyphencubed]

I don't get the hate for this set. I think its really cool

[@lopoa126]

Exposed blue technic on the ground for that price 😂

[@fxpijsfxpijs6598]

I wish we got more 30$ - 50$ price range range good sets instead of these meh behemoth sets. LEGO are going for prestige these days in terms of their ability to design structurally amazing tall and wide builds, when in fact I think most AFOLs are more interested in LEGO as a "premium toys for collectors" than "advanced display models for super rich fans".