Gamer Boy (Series 19)
col346 · Collectible Minifigures
Series 19 · 2019 - Released as part of the 19th installment of the blind-bag series, during a peak period for 'gaming' culture references in LEGO City and CMF lines.
Figure ID
col346
Theme
Collectible Minifigures
Year Released
2019 - Released as part of the 19th installment of the blind-bag series, during a peak period for 'gaming' culture references in LEGO City and CMF lines.
Rarity
Uncommon. While mass-produced, it was only available in blind bags for a limited production window and is no longer in retail circulation.
Head
Yellow skin tone. Features a confident smirk, a small soul patch chin beard, and thick black eyebrows. Topped with a Bright Green messy hairpiece with integrated large black headphones.
Torso
Bright Light Blue open jacket over a Dark Gray t-shirt. The jacket features a pattern of Classic Space logos and controllers. The t-shirt has a graphic of a yellow pixelated head/brick wearing headphones. Back printing includes jacket folds and logo continuation.
Legs
Dark Blue legs. Printing includes a silver belt buckle and a pixelated orange space invader-style charm hanging from the belt line.
Accessories
Usually includes a printed 2x3 tile representing a video game (Power-Pigs) and a green game controller (missing in image). The headphone/hair combo is the primary integrated accessory.
Color Scheme
A vibrant mix of Bright Light Blue, Dark Blue, and Bright Green hair. Accents of yellow, orange, and silver in the printing.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing. Notable for the detailed pattern on the jacket arms and the precision of the pixel-art style icons. Includes back-of-torso printing.
Variants
None of this specific figure, though elements like the hair/headphone mold have appeared in different colors (e.g., in LEGO VIDIYO or City sets).
Condition Notes
Main wear points are the headphones (silver printing can rub off) and the hair piece (can get 'shiny' with use). Check for torso cracks at the sides and neck wear.
Estimated Value
Used Complete: $5.00 - $8.00; New/Sealed in bag: $10.00 - $15.00. The figure shown is missing the controller and game tile, reducing value to approx. $4.00.
Price (New)
$3.99 - Original retail price of a Series 19 blind bag.
Compatible Sets
71025 LEGO Minifigures - Series 19 (Complete Collection / Blind Bags).
Character Background
An anonymous gamer representing modern esports and gaming enthusiasts. The design is a heavy homage to LEGO history, specifically 'Classic Space' via the motifs on his jacket.
Design Notes
Uses a dual-molded/printed hair and headphone piece which was relatively new at the time. The jacket design is one of the most popular 'nerd culture' shirts LEGO has produced due to the retro references.
Similar Minifigures
Video Game Champ (Series 12), Pro Gamer (Series 25), and Gamer Girl (City).
Collectibility
Moderate. It is a popular 'filler' figure for City dioramas and highly desired by Classic Space fans for the torso print. Value is stable but not rapidly appreciating.
History
Follows the lineage of Series 12's Video Game Champ, showing the evolution from retro 8-bit gaming to modern PC/streaming culture.
Interesting Facts
The jacket contains a 'Classic Space' logo, making this a meta-reference where the minifigure is a fan of the same toy brand he is made of. The video game tile (missing here) refers to 'Power-Pigs', a recurring LEGO game easter egg.
Display Suggestions
Ideal for a bedroom MOC or a gaming convention scene. Looks best under bright white light to make the green hair pop.
Modification Potential
Excellent torso for custom self-portraits of LEGO fans. The head and hair are frequently used in 'SigFigs' (Signature Figures) due to the modern, trendy look.
Overall Assessment
A solid, high-detail minifigure that captures a specific sub-culture perfectly. The Classic Space easter eggs make it a standout for long-time collectors, even if it is not high-value.