LEGO Reviews City60228

Deep Space Rocket and Launch Control

Name: LEGO Deep Space Rocket and Launch Control 60228
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 60228
Rating: 4.9 (2972 reviews)

83 · HIGHLY RECOMMENDEDINVESTMENT GRADE: A2019837 pcsHigh agreement · 98%

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Consensus

BUY

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Highly Recommended

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LOVED (8)

01Impressive size and presence (over 1.5 feet tall)
02Exceptional Mission Control building with interactive countdown and orbit-tracking mechanisms
03Modular rocket system allows multiple configurations
04Large cargo capacity in fuel tank modules
05Companion smartphone app adds engagement and educational content
06Docking system enables cross-set connectivity with other space modules
07High-quality interactive features using clear-backed stickers and Technic mechanisms
08Good minifigure variety and customization options

CRITICIZED (8)

01Monorail track system adds significant cost relative to perceived play value compared to simpler track options
02Heavy reliance on stickers for interactive displays, though execution is praised
03Large specialized fuel tank pieces limit customization flexibility despite good execution
04Testing facility and rover features are somewhat basic
05Ground crew minifigures are generic
06Mission Control interior could use more consoles and panels with buttons and lights
07No alternate faces for ground crew minifigures
08Monorail system referred to as such despite having two rails (historical branding issue)

What reviewers are saying

"this set exceeds expectations handily for me yeah there's just so much more going on here than I ever expected"

JANG's LEGO Reviews

"This ground transport was a disappointment... This vehicle is a total waste of bricks, and it does not even look nice."

True North Bricks

Ecosystem

Previous LEGO space launch/mission control sets — Reviewer states the building 'really solidly blows the past out of the water' and declares it 'the new winner' when comparing value, size, and functionality to previous space-themed sets from LEGO's history

Simple back-and-forth track systems — While advanced monorail is 'so much better than the old classic just back and forth on a straight line', reviewer expresses nostalgic preference for the simpler system's customizability and design feeling, viewing the modern track as adding cost without proportional value

Rocket Assembly and Transport — Deep Space Rocket and Launch Control is truer to its name and has less of a coherence issue compared to the Rocket Assembly set, which tried to be too many things at once and sacrificed detail.

Pirate Roller Coaster — The roller coaster tracks in Deep Space Rocket are similar to the Pirate Roller Coaster, but the latter had a sturdy brick-built structure that was easy to pick up and move, whereas this set's tracks just sit on the table without proper support.

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By Reviewer · 2

Avg score

Consensus

BUY

JANG's LEGO Reviews

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BUY

"this set exceeds expectations handily for me yeah there's just so much more going on here than I ever expected"

Key Pros

✓Impressive size and presence (over 1.5 feet tall)
✓Exceptional Mission Control building with interactive countdown and orbit-tracking mechanisms
✓Modular rocket system allows multiple configurations

Key Cons

✕Monorail track system adds significant cost relative to perceived play value compared to simpler track options
✕Heavy reliance on stickers for interactive displays, though execution is praised

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True North Bricks

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WAIT FOR SALE

"This ground transport was a disappointment... This vehicle is a total waste of bricks, and it does not even look nice."

Key Pros

✓Modular rocket design simulates reality well with separating booster rockets, thruster, cargo bay, and shuttle
✓Launch control building features a closed design with hinged access and interior detail
✓Good minifigure accessories including geodes, wrench, circular saw, printed tablet, computer tiles, oxygen tanks, and desktop computers

Key Cons

✕Ground transport vehicle with mechanical arm is a waste of bricks and looks ugly
✕Small terrain sampling area at launch pad is unnecessary and sacrifices detail

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Exclusivity

JANG's LEGO Reviews: Wide retail ($100 USD base set price)

True North Bricks: Wide retail release (LEGO City theme)

Minifigures & Standout Parts

In this set (7)

Launch Director - Male, Black Vest with Blue Striped Tie, Dark Bluish Gray Legs, Reddish Brown Short Tousled Hair, Glasses

Astronaut - Female, Orange Spacesuit with Dark Bluish Gray Lines, Trans-Light Blue Visor, Freckles with Smirk and Winking

Scientist - Female, Dark Bluish Gray Jacket with Magenta Scarf, Dark Orange Female Hair over Shoulder, Glasses

Scientist, Botanist - Female, Glasses and Medium Nougat Hair Short Swept Sideways

Astronaut - Male, Orange Spacesuit with Dark Bluish Gray Lines, Trans-Light Blue Visor, Stubble

Ground Crew Technician - Male, Jumpsuit and Construction Helmet

City Space Robot, Round Tiles as Wheels, Medium Azure Eyes

Standout parts (per reviewers)

Large specialized fuel tank/cargo module piece
Large, single specialized piece not previously available; comes in dark orange color; designed specifically for this set's modular system
Separator piece
New piece designed for this year; described as 'nice and sturdy' for holding rocket stages together and enabling separation
Geodes with crystals
Dual molded pieces with glitter inside; reviewer describes them as 'super nice crystals with some some glitter in there' and 'awesome'
New helmets and visors for astronauts
Updated helmet design with new visors; uses classic air tank style
Extra printed 1x1 round tile with robot eyes
Included as a spare to encourage custom robot building by viewers
Geode pieces (two)
Unique terrain elements used on the sampling plate at launch pad