Lego’s Smart Play Pokémon can train and battle, but they can’t do the one thing I wish they could

Lego announced 12 second-generation Smart Brick Pokémon sets, with preorders open now and sales starting August 1.

The lineup includes two complete starter sets and ten add-on sets for connected figures.

The toys support motion-based training and battling, with type matchups and stronger Pokémon affecting outcomes.

However, the system still lacks permanent progression and the official sound effects Lego has teased.