In addition, most of these games had 3DS iterations, as well! Despite the fact that most of the Lego titles have offered strong overall quality, some fans felt that there was an overabundance of games available, particularly when the gameplay has only slightly varied between releases.
While the title was the first Lego game on Wii U, Lego Marvel Super Heroes, Lego Jurassic World, Lego Star Wars: The Force Awakens and many more titles saw release throughout the console’s lifespan. The biggest hurdle for Lego City Undercover comes from the large number of Lego offerings on the market. At times, the jokes can be groan-inducing, but it’s hard not to smile and appreciate the innocence and strength of the writing. It’s a mix that would only make sense in a Lego game, but somehow it works.
The plot is very much a parody of cop movie clichés, but the game also pokes fun at films like The Matrix and The Shawshank Redemption, as well. Switching carts will of course negate progress, but it should come as an extremely welcome addition, particularly for parents trying to get their kids to turn off the game without losing progress.Īs with every Lego release thus far, humor plays a major role in the title, particularly in the way it satirizes films. The Switch’s sleep mode makes it simple to jump in and out of the game no matter what point players choose to leave off.
Lego City on Switch, fortunately, manages to offer the exact same experience as other consoles in a portable format without that issue. The 3DS Lego titles side-stepped the issue by offering shorter levels which were easier to play on-the-go. Some took far longer than they should have, and not every game offered mid-level save points. One of the more frustrating issues with Lego games on Wii U was the length of each level. The jump from Wii U to Switch does, however, highlight one of the Switch’s greatest features. Glitches like these are all the more frustrating given the game’s curiously long load times. Fortunately, it didn’t take much effort to get back to that point, but these small glitches added up over time, making the entire package feel a bit rushed. As a result, the entire mission had to be restarted. Once, while trying to rush through a driving mission on my second attempt, I switched vehicles a little too early, and the game wouldn’t allow me to either complete or fail the mission. The audio isn’t the only glitch I encountered on my playthrough. As a result, I missed part of the story, and had no way of going back to watch it again. While the problem seemed to be isolated to the first chapter, at the end of another chapter, voice work ceased completely. At the start of the game, the timing of the character’s mouths doesn’t match the voice work. Glitches hamper what would otherwise be a strong aural experience. The audio, in particular, is where the game has some of its most notable issues. Though the game contains an impressive number of vehicles, WB Games probably should have considered adding a Pest Control Truck, as the game has a handful of irritating bugs. While the city itself is large, navigation is fairly simple, thanks to a trail of green studs that help guide players to their next destination.
Motorcycles can zip through the city, while tractor-trailers are slower and require more precise turns.
There’s a certain satisfaction that comes from swapping between them and finding the one that’s most appealing. It’s a little less exciting than swapping between characters like Batman and Superman, but the different outfits are still clever and varied.Īs a police officer, Chase can also commandeer any vehicle, and different vehicles have different top speeds and handling. When he takes on the role of a Miner, he can use dynamite.
When Chase goes undercover as a burglar, he can crack safes. Throughout the game’s levels, players will unlock different outfits for Chase, which grant him new abilities. Past Lego titles have required swapping between different characters in order to solve puzzles, but Lego City instead puts the entire game’s focus on McCain in the main story mode.
In Lego City Undercover, players take on the role of Chase McCain, exploring a sprawling open-world while making arrests and attempting to solve a mystery. The change of platform will likely help the game find a bigger audience, but a handful of bugs prevent the overall package from feeling as fresh as it did four years ago. Now, like so many other Wii U titles of late, Lego City Undercover has made the jump to Switch. released Lego City Undercover to strong critical acclaim. In 2013, Nintendo, TT Games and Warner Bros.