Spider-Man: Doc Ock Diamond Heist

My son was given this as a Christmas present this year. Despite only being 4, we typically get less age appropriate sets that I build and he then gets to play with. This was the first set that he was able to build the entirety of without any help (ok, I helped him get the window pieces together for the diamond crate, but that was it). I tend to think the price is a little on the higher side, but because of the fact he was able to complete it without help, I think that might make up for the price. After completion, he's had a ton of fun playing with the completed set, giving Ock a bit of a redemption arc, where the his arms have been locked in with the jewel so he's just trying to get his missing arms back. We have yet to test this functionality, but the boat also appears to be one that can float! A final thought, as someone who has about 4 of the same spider-figures, it's nice to have a different one in the collection...though given my son's love of Spidey, I have a feeling we'll be getting more of this version with the other new sets. :) more less

The most appealing aspect of 76134 Spider-Man: Doc Ock Diamond Heist is undoubtedly the brand new Doctor Octopus minifigure and that does not disappoint. I love the updated torso design and the bracket which supports the arms is marvellous, even though the arms themselves could be improved. In addition, the dockside crane and Doctor Octopus' boat both look pretty good on the whole, despite their basic construction. more less

At this price point, AFOLs would be better served spending their money elsewhere. If, like me, you have young children in the house this is a great product. They will get a ton of use out of it at the right age, and you can snag some great pieces when they move on to more complex sets. more less