Review: 75159 Death Star Posted by CapnRex101, 12 Sep 2016 13:00

75159 Death Star had been the subject of enormous speculation until the set was revealed a couple of weeks ago and it seems to have received almost total condemnation from the majority of LEGO Star Wars fans since then.

The set is obviously very similar to 10188 Death Star which was retired at the end of last year and the price has increased quite significantly, eliciting a great deal of disappointment from owners of the original set and prospective buyers of the new one. Nevertheless, I have been looking forward to evaluating this set based on its own merits as well as in relation to the previous incarnation of the Death Star and will be doing just that after the break...

Box and Contents

The enormous box is remarkably different to that of 10188 Death Star, displaying the model at a familiar angle but introducing a vivid range of laser blasts and explosions which look quite impressive. I think the presence of the Ultimate Collector's Series insignia is justified here and I like the glossy Star Wars logo at the top of the box which helps to differentiate this set from the rest of the LEGO Star Wars range.

Three white boxes and some loose numbered bags are found inside. The instruction manual is packed in one of these boxes and is wire bound, just like the instructions for 10188. It contains exactly 300 pages, the first fourteen of which are packed with information about the Death Star as well as interviews with the designers. The graphic designer comments on Han Solo's new hair piece while the set designer, Niels Mølgård Frederiksen, refers directly to his study of 10188 Death Star and the improvements which have been implemented.

The sticker sheet is packed in a box with the instructions and is fairly large, containing a total of 31 stickers. As always, it would have been wonderful to see a full selection of printed pieces given the premium nature of the set but the stickers are all fairly easy to apply which is pleasing.

Minifigures

The minifigure selection is exceptional, with a range of characters from across the Original Trilogy included. Luke Skywalker wears three different outfits in this set, the most detailed of which is based on his appearance in Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope. His tousled hair looks splendid and I like the white tunic and belt which are printed on both sides of his torso. The legs are printed with a continuation of this design along with some binding which keep dust out of Luke's boots.

Luke also appears in his black Jedi Knight attire for the lightsaber duel against Darth Vader in the Emperor's throne room. His hair is shorter in Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi and this is reflected in the design of the minifigure while the torso is printed with an accurate design on the front and back. This version of Luke Skywalker is appropriately armed with a green lightsaber.

The first Han Solo minifigure appeared in 2000 and its design has undergone plenty of changes since then. The head, torso and legs have all been revised several times but the same hair piece has been used consistently until now. On this occasion a brand new element has been created specifically for Han Solo and it looks fantastic, as one would expect. The length is perfect and I love the central parting as well as the matted texture. The piece is used on both versions of Han in this set and I am sure it will soon appear elsewhere.

Han's torso is printed with a black vest on the front and back and this dark colour contrasts nicely with the dark blue of his legs. These feature a belt and a holster for Han's trusty blaster pistol which is also included.

Luke and Han both appear in their Stormtrooper disguises and come equipped with a helmet as an alternative to their hair pieces. Both heads feature smiling and frowning expressions and I am pleased to say that Luke's face is no longer printed with the excessive lines which appeared in 75052 Mos Eisley Cantina. The armour printed on the torso and legs is identical to that of any other Stormtrooper and the level of detail is extraordinary, as usual. Both characters are armed with a standard blaster.

Princess Leia appears in relatively few LEGO Star Wars sets and I am therefore very pleased to see a revised version of the character based on her attire in Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope. The hair piece is an excellent likeness for the unique style seen in the film and has not been used since 7965 Millennium Falcon was released in 2011 while her head is printed with a wry smile and an angry expression.

The torso is printed with a huge amount of detail despite the simplicity of the costume. I like the silver belt and the folded hood on the back is a nice touch too but the legs are not printed which is a bit of a shame as I think some creases in the fabric would have improved this figure quite significantly.

This is the fourth appearance of the current Chewbacca minifigure and I think it looks marvellous. The dark brown head and torso element is brilliantly accented with some medium dark flesh highlights and this design continues onto the front of the legs.

Chewbacca is armed with a stud-shooting bowcaster just as he was in 75105 Millennium Falcon last year. This is a brilliant accessory as it looks great while also including a nice play feature, a feat which the standard stud shooters do not achieve in my opinion. A pair of grey handcuffs, ideal for posing as an Imperial prisoner, are included as well.

This version of Obi-Wan Kenobi has only previously appeared in 75052 Mos Eisley Cantina. His reddish brown robes are printed on the torso and this is perfectly aligned with the pattern on the legs but I am still not sure whether this works as well as a fabric cape. Capes are often too wide for Jedi Knight minifigures but one might have worked in this case as Obi-Wan wears a hood for much of his time on the Death Star and this is unfortunately absent.

Nevertheless, the head looks superb and the hair piece resembles the hair style seen in the film, although the lack of texture looks slightly strange behind the detailed hair worn by Luke, Han and Leia. Obi-Wan is armed with a blue lightsaber in readiness for a duel against his former apprentice, Darth Vader.

R2-D2 received a very minor update for 75136 Droid Escape Pod earlier this year and the same figure appears here. His domed head is decorated with dark blue panels and a pink processor state indicator while the body features accurate silver detailing on the front. It would have been nice to see some printing on the back for the first time but unfortunately it is left blank.

The C-3PO minifigure has also been revised fairly recently and now features printed eyes as well as detailed printing on the torso and legs. The colourful powerbus cables which are visible between the golden plating look particularly impressive and I appreciate the silver leg too, although it is a shame that this does not continue onto the foot.

I like the figure very much in its present state but arm printing would have been welcome in order to differentiate this version of C-3PO from others based on the Original Trilogy, particularly since 5002948 C-3PO underwent the same treatment for his appearance in the Star Wars: The Force Awakens range last year.

Darth Vader underwent a significant update for 75093 Death Star Final Duel last year and the figure appears for only the second time in this set. The new helmet looks great and can be lifted off to reveal Vader's scarred face, leaving behind a section of armour around his neck. I like the new helmet but for the fact that it is tilted upwards very slightly, giving the impression that the Sith Lord is always looking towards the ceiling!

The white head is printed with some scarring on the front and back as well as sunken eyes. Darth Vader's head has been revised on numerous occasions but this is my favourite yet and a similar level of detail covers the front of the torso. This is not continued on the back but a soft fabric cape obscures the reverse side anyway.

Lord Vader's hips and legs are printed with a continuation of the detailed robes and he is armed with a deadly red-bladed lightsaber. Perhaps the minifigure could also have come with a trans-light blue helmet, replicating the moment Darth Vader is struck by the Emperor's Force Lightning.

The Emperor has also undergone some considerable alterations in recent years and the latest version is by far the most detailed. I am still not sure whether I prefer the light bluish grey or tan skin colour but the most recent printed design is certainly the best, with a delightfully evil smile on one side and an angry expression on the other.

His torso and legs are printed with some simple robes and the Emperor also wears a soft fabric cape as well as a hood. No walking cane is included but he is armed with two pieces of Force Lightning to be unleashed upon those who defy this cunning Sith Lord.

Grand Moff Tarkin has been seen in only three sets based on Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope, the last of which was 10188 Death Star! This updated figure is therefore long overdue and I think it has been worth the wait as this is a marvellous figure. The light bluish grey hair piece introduced in 2015 is ideal for Tarkin and it looks terrific here in conjunction with a detailed design on both sides of the head. The same piece is used in 75150 Vader's TIE Advanced vs. A-wing Starfighter and I think the expressions are appropriate given Tarkin's personality.

The torso is printed with a new design which features an accurate rank indicator and some code cylinders. I would have liked to see dual moulded legs to represent Tarkin's long black boots but the plain grey design is satisfactory and this is certainly the best Grand Moff Tarkin minifigure released so far.

10188 Death Star included the Imperial conference room, just as this set does, but it lacked occupants for the seven seats around the table. Two Imperial Officers are therefore an excellent addition to this set, although I am not entirely satisfied by the one wearing grey. Dark bluish grey would be more appropriate for his uniform in my opinion and I think the figure found in 75055 Imperial Star Destroyer is superior. Furthermore, I would have preferred to see an official Admiral Motti minifigure rather than this generic character.

The other figure is more impressive. His black attire is based on that of Lieutenant Childsen but his head is not unique and he is labelled as a generic Imperial Officer on the box. I like the torso printing and the black officer's cap, complete with printed code disc, matches the rest of his uniform very nicely.

The Emperor's sinister Royal Guards have been updated only slightly since they first appeared in 2001 and they still wear detailed helmets over a plain black head. The capes look splendid, with dark red on one side and red on the other just like in 75034 Death Star Troopers, but they are now made from a softer material. This might have been a good opportunity to introduce a new fabric element based on the guards' long robes, akin to Jyn Erso's poncho in the upcoming 75155 Rebel U-wing Fighter. Each figure is armed with a force pike which features a black handle and grey shaft, just as we see in the movie. I think a 6L bar would be more appropriate as these accessories look too much like lightsabers.

A pair of Stormtroopers are included too. This design was introduced in 2014 and I think it looks fantastic, with a perfectly detailed helmet and accurate printing on the torso and legs. Clone Trooper heads are used beneath the helmets and each trooper is armed with a standard blaster. It would have been nice to see more than two Stormtroopers included but hopefully we will see some in a Battle Pack next year so it will be easy to expand the crew if you wish.

Death Star Troopers occupy various roles on board the Death Star and two are included in this set. Their torsos are new and feature a silver belt over a black shirt while the heads are printed with a chinstrap as well as a smile on one side and a frown on the other. This strap lines up nicely with the detailed helmets and each minifigure is armed with a blaster pistol.

The two Death Star Gunners included have only appeared once before and they look splendid, with accurate helmets and some nice printing on both sides of the torso as well as on the legs. 10188 Death Star included a brilliant range of minifigures but I was occasionally left frustrated that not enough Imperial personnel were included so I am glad to see some extra figures on this occasion.

75051 Jedi Scout Fighter was released in 2014 and the set included an RA-7 Protocol Droid with a unique head which has not appeared elsewhere until now. This Death Star Droid looks absolutely brilliant, with a highly detailed head mould and an equally impressive design on the torso and legs.

The legs are printed with a similar level of detail and I appreciate the wires which are visible on the droid's chest. I suspect this droid is 5D6-RA-7, a character who is briefly seen walking past Han and Luke while they are disguised as Stormtroopers on the Death Star.

The last of the 25 minifigures is referred to as an Imperial Astromech Droid on the box. This figure is based on R3-M3 and features a blue colour scheme which is unlike any Astromech droid we have seen before. I like the trans-black dome in conjunction with the blue of the body and both elements are highly detailed to match the array of other excellent Astromech droids released in the last couple of years.

The Completed Model

The spherical shape of the Death Star is immediately recognisable, as are many of the detailed rooms inside. The play value exceeds that of any other Star Wars set in my view and I also think the set looks quite impressive on display, although a fully enclosed design akin to 10143 Death Star II might be even better.

I was twelve years old when 10188 Death Star was released and am therefore in the unique position of being able to consider the merits of this set from the perspective of its primary audience as well as from the point of view of an adult collector. The original set was among my favourites as a child but I did have a number of minor issues with the set and it is interesting to see which ones have been improved upon.

It is difficult to tell 10188 Death Star apart from 75159 Death Star, as you can see in the image below. The model on the right is the newer design but many of the alterations are very minor. Perhaps the most obvious update has been made to the superlaser which has been strengthened quite considerably and the turbolaser towards the base has also been completely redesigned and is much improved. I will continue to describe the changes during the review.

The bottom level is devoted to storage and is furnished primarily with stacks of 1x1 and 2x2 cylinders. The central turbolift is accessible from all four sides and the open area beneath the chasm features a black railing which is supported by three balusters. This is an improvement over the original set where only two balusters were used.

However, the major issue with this section of the model remains. The entire floor is almost complete inaccessible and is just about useless for play as a result. The rest of the Death Star is occupied by rooms from the films and this area would be ideal for generic corridor space in which to play with the minifigures, if only it were easier to access. This could have been resolved quite easily by designing each floor to be attached using only a few studs, akin to a Modular Building, so each one could be removed to access the area underneath. The total inaccessibility of the lower section has always bothered me about the original set and I wish it had been improved for the revised version.

The next floor consists of five rooms, the simplest of which represents the chasm. Luke and Leia swing across this air shaft in a famous scene from the movie and you can recreate the moment using the black string included. This attaches to a section of the ceiling at an appropriate height, allowing a couple of minifigures to escape their pursuers by swinging from one side of the room to the other.

I like the air intakes mounted on the roof and the lights which run for the full height of each wall look great. Four bridges are spread throughout the room and there is space to stand a couple of minifigures on each one. They are nicely decorated with 1x1 clips and three of the four ledges are accessible from the neighbouring rooms which is ideal for play.

One of the ledges is connected to the tractor beam power coupling. A narrow walkway extends around the central column and levers are placed on all four sides, unlike on the original model where only three were included. This structure hardly resembles what we see in the film and it might have benefited from a couple of printed pieces or stickers to add some extra detail.

However, the area incorporates one of my favourite play features in the entire set. Removing the lever at the front will cause the trans-light blue beam on top to vanish as it drops into the hollow centre of the terminal. This is a simple function but it is a lot of fun to play with and I am pleased that it has been retained for 75159.

The floor of the trash compactor is laden with discarded hoses and bars. One of these can be used to brace the walls of the compactor as they close but you can only stop them using the red button concealed below the ceiling.

This can be pushed to close the walls or pulled to open them and the function works perfectly thanks to a basic Technic mechanism which is hardly visible unless you are looking at the model from beneath.

The walls are decorated with an effective combination of grey and brown pieces which recreate the filthy surfaces seen in the movie. The lights above the sliding door are also faithful to the source material and you can activate this door from beneath the tractor beam terminal in the neighbouring area. It leads directly into the elevator shaft so provides a perfect means of escape for any minifigures unlucky enough to find themselves trapped in the trash compactor.

A Dianoga is also hidden among the pieces of rubbish and this strange creature has been significantly improved for the new model. His tendrils are now formed using horns in reddish brown and the tan neck of the original monster has been swapped for a more appropriate dark brown shade.

Moreover, you can simulate hiding the Dianoga underwater as a small hole in the floor allows its head to extend into the garbage masher from beneath. A platform is hidden underneath and the Dianoga can be placed there to poke its eyestalk into the trash compactor above. This works reasonably well but for the difficulty in accessing the bottom floor and you can fold the platform against the wall when it is not in use.

The next room is occupied by a turbolaser and this has been completely redesigned for 75159 Death Star. The design of the turbolaser is considerably more faithful to the source material than the original model and incorporates two spring loaded shooters in place of the large rubber missile which was fixed to the top of the previous version.

I like the greebling on either side of the model and the hose is also a significant improvement. There are seats for two minifigures and each one has a console for controlling the turbolaser. The angle of the barrel can be adjusted and the entire emplacement rotates on a turntable, yielding a reasonably broad range of motion. Two extra missiles can be clipped to the wall, as shown below.

The turbolaser is linked to the maintenance bay by a large doorway and a yellow hazard strip runs along the floor to indicate that this is a dangerous area. The room is dominated by a large yellow crane which has been altered quite considerably from 10188 Death Star and now features four claws for grabbing crates and other items.

Some barrels are located behind the turbolaser while a gun rack is found in the maintenance bay. These were the other way around in the original set but I prefer the new arrangement as this allows easier access to the guns which are more likely to be frequently removed and replaced. The turbolift shaft can be accessed in the corner and there are ladders to climb onto the ledges which overlook the chasm.

The cargo lift is controlled using a crank on the side of the model which allows it to travel between the maintenance area and the hangar bay. Unfortunately the lift platform sits far above the floor of this room and it is therefore quite difficult to load troops or cargo. This is very disappointing as the original set suffered from exactly the same issue and I would also have liked to see the string removed in favour of a wall-climbing lift which could be fitted to a gear rack.

Large gaps surround the lift platform when it reaches the upper level which is rather unsightly. The string does not keep the lift entirely rigid and allows some lateral movement, hence the gaps are not closed, but I think a Technic mechanism could have rectified this by keeping the lift fixed in place. Nevertheless, winding the crank to raise and lower the lift works very well and this is certainly a fun feature, even if it is not finished as well as it could be.

The rest of the hangar bay is much more impressive. The floor is decorated with a white line around the lift and some white arrows which look splendid in contrast with the black floor. Three empty crates are lined up along the wall and the TIE Advanced x1 deployment rack hangs from the ceiling but the colourful Technic bushes used look slightly incongruous given the stark nature of the Death Star's design.

Darth Vader's TIE Advanced rests in the rack quite comfortably but tends to lean forward very slightly as it is not perfectly balanced. The previous model was held horizontally and I am sure the rack could have been refined to support the new vehicle more securely.

The fighter has undergone a substantial redesign and incorporates several pieces which have been introduced since the original set was released in 2008. This TIE Advanced allows the new Darth Vader minifigure to sit inside despite the enormous size of the updated helmet which is quite impressive.

The cockpit opens at the front and on top but placing Darth Vader inside is still a bit tricky. His arms must be angled carefully to ensure that they do not interfere with the canopy closing but it works quite nicely and he is not visible when the cockpit is closed anyway so you could leave him out if you wish.

The colour scheme looks great and this model is far sturdier than the 2008 version but the hinge for the cockpit hatch is larger and looks a bit strange from the back. Perhaps a couple more dark bluish grey pieces could have been used on the wings or the present colour could have been swapped for a lighter shade to better match the source material.

A small control room looks out over the hangar bay and is accessed via a ladder. Some printed consoles and buttons are arranged around the room along with a large dial which controls the sliding door underneath. The white gear rack is somewhat obtrusive when the door is closed and I think it would look much better in grey.

The sliding door retracts completely into the wall along some smooth tiles, revealing a small step at the doorway. Slopes are used at the four corners of the door opening and these form at accurate shape in relation to the film.

The superlaser control room was notoriously difficult to access on 10188 Death Star and I am pleased that this has been resolved for the new set as the superlaser can now rotate much further. The controls are easy to reach and you can stand a couple of minifigures on the platform so they will move with the turning of the superlaser. A couple of clear panels allow you to see the Technic mechanism which aims the superlaser and this is probably what the technicians at this control station are tasked with overseeing.

The superlaser eye is one of my favourite features of 10188 Death Star and it looks even better here, with a strengthened central laser and a sturdier fixing between the dish and the mounting. A Technic axle runs from the gearbox into the 2x2 round bricks at the base of the laser and a white bar then passes through the 1x1 cylinders on top, ensuring that this is not easily knocked off as it was on the older set. The laser should actually emit from the point at which the tributary lasers converge but I think this would necessitate the creation of a new piece and such a structure might be rather fragile.

The detention block is the most detailed area of the whole battle station and is packed with play features. Five consoles are arranged in a semicircle by the door and you can angle the blue camera to watch any part of the room.

An Interrogation Droid patrols the detention area to extract information from prisoners. This terrifying droid hovers above the ground on a trans-clear aerial and is equipped with a light bluish grey needle just like the IT-O Interrogator in the movie.

Bars allow you to see inside the prison cell and the door can be opened using a black dial. This door is formed using a grey plate and some colourful Technic pieces which look rather strange given the otherwise uniform black colour scheme. The model would look much better with a black door and this is one of few changes which have actually weakened the set in relation to 10188.

The cell is simply furnished with a couple of bricks to represent the bed and a red light on the wall, perhaps indicating when the door is locked. Steps lead down from the corridor into the cell which is faithfully designed with dark red flooring.

You can recreate another famous scene from Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope by opening the garbage chute cover and sending a minifigure into the trash compactor below. A gear allows you to operate this feature remotely and this is fairly well hidden as it could easily be mistaken for some simple greebling.

The Emperor's throne room is the only part of the model to be based on Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi. This forms the backdrop to Luke's final lightsaber duel with Darth Vader and is authentically furnished with some crates as well as a collapsing platform and the Emperor's rotating throne. A rail runs all the way along the edge of the room which is a significant improvement over the design of the original set where a large gap in the rail would allow minifigures to fall over the side.

The walkway supports rest on tiles so are easily knocked over, causing the walkway to collapse. Any minifigures standing on top are in danger of falling into the air shaft below. The arrangement of the rooms is quite ingenious throughout the model but this is particularly impressive as the chasm is situated beneath the Emperor's throne room, allowing you to throw the Emperor into the main reactor shaft and recreate the climactic scene from the film.

The most significant alteration in the Emperor's throne room relates to the window behind his throne. A lovely printed hatch element was introduced last year and the set has been updated to incorporate this brilliant piece. This section of wall is attached to brackets and lies flush with the rest of the wall despite the fact that they are constructed in perpendicular directions. In addition, this window is able to hinge downwards by virtue of the component used and you could therefore send a minifigure smashing through it to land inside the hangar bay!

The top floor is accessible via the turbolift and the first room contains the controls for this important feature. Rotating the dial to the left of the elevator will raise and lower it on a piece of string and this allows the lift to traverse all four levels, stopping at ten rooms along the way! This is a brilliant function but I wish the lift itself were a little less colourful as the white Technic plate in the centre is a bit of an eyesore. It is also quite difficult to place minifigures inside as the entrances to the lift are quite narrow, although the 10x10 dish on top is easily removable which is very helpful.

A maintenance area occupies the rest of the space. This is based on C-3PO's reference to droid maintenance in the film and includes a bed for repairing droids as well as racks for some tools and spare helmets. Raising the bed will reveal yet another play feature as a black gear allows you to remotely control the TIE Advanced x1 launch rack which is situated in the hangar beneath this room.

A doorway connects droid maintenance to the Death Star overbridge which is slightly awkward as the two areas do not fit together very well at all. Perhaps the wall could be sealed and the lift could open onto the bridge instead. Two rotating control stations occupy the floor space in here and there is room for a minifigure to stand inside the station on the left. The right control station is linked to the superlaser and rotating it will move the enormous dish from side to side. In addition, turning the dial on top will adjust the vertical angle of the superlaser which is a fun feature, although the dial is far more prevalent on this model than it was in 10188 Death Star and a shorter axle would be more appropriate in my opinion.

Two different images can be shown on the view screen by reversing the 2x5 brick inside. One sticker shows Alderaan moments before its destruction and the other shows a diagram which appears briefly in the film as the Death Star prepares to fire upon Yavin IV. The latter graphic is new and it certainly looks impressive but I think the original sticker showing a countdown as the battle station orbits Yavin was a little more useful as this appears on the screen for much longer in the movie. Nevertheless, it is nice to see some variation between this set and 10188.

The final room contains the Imperial conference table around which the highest ranking officers plan the continued dominance of the Galactic Empire. Seven swivelling chairs are arranged around the table which is more than enough for the Imperial officials included in this set so you can add some extra minifigures if you wish.

Grey light fixtures adorned the walls of this chamber in 10188 but they have been replaced with black fixtures in the new model. These look equally good in my opinion, as do the dark red canisters which are stacked against the wall in order to break up the otherwise drab colour scheme. The tabletop features a holoprojector which is accurate to the source material and this can be removed to reveal storage for some accessories.

A pair of turbolaser towers complete the model. The gun barrels have been strengthened on this occasion and they look marvellous, incorporating some Technic elements to good effect. A black dial on each emplacement will raise the twin lasers and you can rotate both turrets in unison using the Technic lever which is fixed to the underside of the floor.

This is a terrific function and it works very well due to the simplicity of the mechanism. It is almost entirely hidden and the appearance of the turrets is therefore unspoiled, allowing the designer to focus on their accuracy to the movie.

Overall

75159 Death Star is a thoroughly impressive set on the whole, with enormous play value and a fantastic selection of detailed minifigures. I was incredibly excited to receive 10188 when I was younger and I can only imagine that this offering will prove similarly popular with new fans.

However, the LEGO Star Wars design team had an unprecedented opportunity to greatly improve upon an already fantastic set and this has not been exploited. The changes made to the model are relatively minor which is frustrating as there was room for substantial improvement and the potential of this set has not been fully realised. For instance, the edges of the walls could easily have been smoothed using curved slopes and the floors could have been removeable as they are on a Modular Building, thereby allowing access even to the floor at the base which is almost useless in its present state. Some scenes and characters from Rogue One: A Star Wars Story could also have been introduced, although we do not know how much action will take place inside the Death Star in the upcoming film so perhaps this omission is intentional.

Furthermore, the price of the set has increased enormously over 10188 Death Star. Inflation and the additional pieces are partly responsible for this increase but these fail to fully justify the price of 75159, as you can see in the table below.

10188 Death Star Adjusted for inflation* 213 extra pieces Total 75159 Death Star UK £274.99 £330.96 ≈ £21.30 £351.26 £399.99 US $399.99 $447.07 ≈ $21.30 $468.37 $499.99

*Figures based on UK Retail Price Index and US Consumer Price Index.

Nevertheless, I would certainly recommend the set to those of you who do not own 10188, although the high price point is a concern when you consider the comparative cost of other UCS sets. The lack of significant improvement is obviously very disappointing for owners of 10188 Death Star, myself included, but based on its own merits there can be little doubt that 75159 is a worthy addition to the Ultimate Collector's Series. The set will be released on the 30th of September alongside the Rogue One range.

This set was provided for review by The LEGO Group but the review is an expression of my own opinions.