

None of it is too challenging the game specifically tells you which characters to use to overcome obstacles, and even the more obtuse puzzles usually just involve finding the right object in the world to destroy in order to "build" a new Lego structure. Rey, for example, can use her staff as a lever to activate some switches, while Chewbacca is armed with explosives that can destroy certain structures. As is standard with the Lego games, many characters have unique abilities which are used to solve puzzles or access specific areas.
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You can play as dozens of different characters from this movie and other Star Wars films, but for the bulk of your first run through of the game's story mode, you'll be in charge of key characters from The Force Awakens such as Rey, Finn, Han Solo, Chewbacca, Poe Dameron, and BB-8.īefitting a title aimed at young children, character controls are simple, and with unlimited lives and immediate respawns, there's no real penalty for death. Lego Star Wars: The Force Awakens follows the plot of the movie closely, allowing you to play through many memorable sections from the film like the desert planet of Jakku, the lush forests of Takodana, the ground (and the skies) of Starkiller Base, and more. It's also goofy enough for adult fans of Star Wars to get a few giggles out of. This game isn't a mold-breaker in the same way the superior Lego Dimensions was, but it delivers on its core promise of being an engaging, fun, and charming title that's imminently suitable for families. No surprises doesn't necessarily mean no fun, however. It's gameplay, puzzles, and basic structure are all well worn, and even some of that trademark goofy Lego humor is starting to feel a little predictable. As the newest entry in the long-running Lego series, there's more than a touch of the familiar about this game. Much the same can be said about Lego Star Wars: The Force Awakens.

Characters, locations, and story beats echoed those of the very first Star Wars film, with even the movie's creators acknowledging that there were many (deliberate) similarities between the two. It may be a rollicking adventure, many say, but a lot of it feels like a retread. Look for Lego Star Wars: The Force Awakens on June 28 on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Wii U, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, 3DS, Vita, and PC.īe sure to come back to the site throughout the month for more exclusive features, interviews, and video content.Star Wars: The Force Awakens is a cultural juggernaut, but it isn't without its detractors. The battle against Emperor Palpatine was fairly boring in the original game, but it definitely gets its due in the new one. While the game features levels based on The Force Awakens and also some extra missions that canonically expand on the new movie's fiction, TT Fusion is also going back to Jedi in a special mission that features some of that film's biggest sequences.Īs I wrote in the 12-page cover story, one of the most striking things about revisiting events from Return of the Jedi is seeing just how far TT Games' has come over the years. You might notice a few moments from The Return of the Jedi in there, too. You'll recognize locations including Jakku and Starkiller Base, along with heroes Rey, Finn, Han Solo, BB-8 and Chewbacca.

Take a look at the gallery for some shots from the upcoming game. Today, we're showing off some new and exclusive screens from the game, highlighting new and familiar faces (and places).

A few days ago we announced that TT Games' return to Star Wars was our next cover-story game.
