LEGO Universe - Now free to download

LEGO® Universe, the MMOG (massively-multiplayer online game), is now welcoming new players to traverse the LEGO brick-building digital universe with its newly introduced Free to Play Zone. Fans will be able to enjoy the game for free for as long as they like, with the option to upgrade to a membership account at any time (for $10 USD per month) and receive full game access.

The LEGO Universe free-to-play experience offers a selection of game content, including two adventure zones and one player property area for building your own virtual LEGO models as well as access to thousands of other players’ properties. Paying members will have access to all areas in the full game, along with membership benefits such as competitions and community events. In addition to the 15+ robust adventure zones and instances as well as 5+ property worlds currently in-game, access to new expansions, like major Ninjago content coming later this year, will require players to register for full membership.
Here’s a list of all the cool stuff Free to Play players can do in LEGO Universe:

•  Custom build one LEGO hero
•  Interact with in-game friends
•  Collect up to 10,000 coins
•  Earn Universe Score to level up
•  Play through The Venture Explorer
•  Play through Avant Gardens
•  Join the Nexus Force
•  Sample Faction Gear
•  Play the Survival mini-game
•  Claim the Avant Gardens Block Yard Property
•  Fight the Spider Queen
•  Place LEGO models you have collected
•  Build LEGO models of your own
•  Bring LEGO models to life
•  Visit thousands of other players’ Properties

See member benefits here
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VW Camper Van press release

10220 Volkswagen T1 Camper Van
Ages 16+. 1,322 pieces. US $99.99, CA $129.99, DE €99.99 , UK £79.99 , DK 799 DKK, available from October.

This authentic camper van is a replica of the classic Volkswagen Camper Van from 1962. Every iconic feature is here! On the outside, the terrific detailing includes 'V' shape three-way color split at the front, rounded roof and window frames, opening 'splittie' safari windshield, opening doors, iconic pop-up roof with textile curtain surround, roof rack, rear side air intake vents and lots more! The detailing is equally impressive on the inside, from the authentic VW air-cooled flat four cylinder boxer engine, front cabin bench seat, gear stick, angled dashboard and iconic spherical speedometer, to custom LEGO® features like folding rear bench seat, folding dinette table, closet with mirror and even a painting!

Features 11 windows, authentic plaid-print textile curtains and wing mirror! Rear door opens to reveal detailed engine! Interior also features rear bench seat that transforms into a bed, ‘Make LEGO Models, Not War’ T-shirt and rear shelf with plant! Measures 11.8" (30cm) long and 5.5" (14cm) high! Visit the set details page for photos of the interior, which looks excellent.