Law & Order: Legacies

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"Law & Order: Legacies" is a single-player Drama Adventure game that features an all-star cast from the "Law & Order" franchise's history, including Olivia Benson, Lennie Briscoe, Rey Curtis, and Jack McCoy. With a captivating plot, players will dive into the world of law and order, solving crimes and prosecuting cases in this video game adaptation of the popular TV show. Immerse yourself in intense investigations and courtroom drama.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

82%

Audience ScoreBased on 71 reviews

story12 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

Engaging storyline that effectively ties into the Law & Order TV series, making it enjoyable for fans.
The gameplay combines detective work and courtroom drama, providing a fresh experience as players switch roles between police and district attorney.
Good voice acting and character portrayals, along with a solid structure that allows for replaying scenes to achieve desired outcomes.

The game is overly linear and lacks real challenge, as players can easily replay scenes to correct mistakes, diminishing the sense of accomplishment.
Outdated graphics and voice acting that does not feature the original actors can detract from the overall experience.
Some players may find the gameplay repetitive and simplistic, with limited impact from choices made during the game.

story
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is praised for its engaging plot, strong character development, and effective voice acting, making it appealing to fans of the associated TV show. However, some players feel that the choices made during gameplay have minimal impact on the overall narrative, leading to a sense of redundancy. While the storyline is described as complex and well-structured, it may lack the flexibility and challenge that some players desire, resulting in a more guided experience.
- “Very authentic and great story!”
- “Great stories, fantastic characters, top writing, and good tie-in with the shows.”
- “The game plays well as a mystery adventure game, but if you are a fan of the show, or perhaps even if you are not, the story drama also pulls you in.”
- “The choices you can make don't really affect the story because if you do something wrong or make multiple mistakes, then you are given the chance to correct your errors in judgment later, making them kind of redundant.”
- “What you do has little impact on the story and the game babysits you, then it says it stops holding your hand, only to tell you right from wrong on the spot.”
- “What I did miss was the flexibility of the story, difficulty, and progression, which all seem to be non-existent to the point it would be better off as an excellently written flash game.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a simple yet engaging design, featuring a three strikes mechanic and replay options for higher scores. While it effectively incorporates a crime-solving theme, some players find the mechanics, such as memorizing witness statements and objections, to be dull and less seamless compared to other titles. Overall, it offers a straightforward experience, though it may feel foreign to newcomers.
- “You can't really fail, but there's a three strikes and you're out mechanic.”
- “It's not perfect, but it is a really good simple game with simple game mechanics and a hardcore theme in mind.”
- “Easy to use gameplay, including the option to replay scenes for higher scores.”
- “The gameplay is dull.”
- “The gameplay, though never a Telltale strength, isn't as seamless as their more recent titles.”
- “In an effort to make it a crime-solving game, there will be many mechanics that will feel foreign to newer players, such as circling items with a mouse to investigate rather than simply clicking on it.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of "Law & Order: Legacies" are generally considered outdated and lacking in quality, with some users noting awkward cinematic scenes and inconsistent audio timing. Despite these shortcomings, many players find the game enjoyable and appreciate the effort put into its storytelling and voiceover work. Overall, while the visuals may not impress, the engaging gameplay compensates for the graphical flaws.
- “Initially I was quick to dismiss Law & Order: Legacies because of the 'dodgy' graphics and assumed it would be like most other TV series turned into games, that is - a complete disaster ... but I couldn't have been more wrong!”
- “Great voiceover work, smooth graphics, and an enjoyable experience all the way through.”
- “Straight from the beginning, I knew it was different. Yes, the graphics are not the best, and yes, the cinematic scenes are awkward and stiff, but the amount of effort put into this title is made clear.”
- “Starting with the bad, its graphics were outdated even when released, but not terrible.”
- “Initially, I was quick to dismiss Law & Order: Legacies because of the 'dodgy' graphics and assumed it would be like most other TV series turned into games, that is - a complete disaster.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some players appreciate its nostalgic connection to "Law and Order," others find it repetitive and overused, particularly during the opening and credits. The soundtrack is noted for its strong thematic ties to the show, enhancing the overall experience for fans, but its limited variety can detract from the gameplay.
- “This is a very underrated game in my opinion; if you've ever watched Law and Order, you'll find a lot of similarities in the game, from the characters to the plot to the music soundtrack.”
- “Kudos for the intro music!”
- “Besides that, the game just feels dated with its limited menu options, and the song is terribly overused since you hear it on the opening screen, twice when you start a new episode, and for what feels like a lifetime during the unskippable credits at the end of each episode.”
- “Ahh, I thought I was watching the TV show, the famous 'dun dun' black screen with the address on it, the famous songs, characters, and the music that plays when the accused is about to confess.”
- “This is a very underrated game by people in my opinion; if you've ever watched Law and Order, you'll find a lot of similarities in the game, from the characters to the plot to the music soundtrack.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by some amusing lines and likable characters, though it lacks the action and comedic elements found in the developers' previous titles. Overall, it offers a lighthearted experience over its four-hour interactive story.
- “Some funny lines, and the characters are likable.”
- “It's about 4 hours of easy interactive story with humor that stands out.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its smooth performance, indicating effective optimization that enhances the overall gameplay experience.
- “The game runs incredibly smoothly, providing a seamless experience.”
- “I appreciate the attention to optimization; it really enhances gameplay.”
- “The performance is top-notch, allowing for an immersive experience without any lag.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers note that the game suffers from limited replayability, as certain mechanics, such as the inability to use specific statements to catch witnesses lying, detract from the overall experience. This lack of variety and engagement leads some to recommend against purchasing the game.
- “The lack of replay value in the game makes it hard to recommend, especially since some statements can't be used to catch a witness lying.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and play it again due to its limited replayability.”
- “The game feels like a one-time experience; after finishing it, I found no reason to revisit, which really hurts its replay value.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game repetitive and monotonous, likening it to watching the same episode repeatedly, which quickly becomes tedious.
- “Right now it is just grinding, little more than just watching an episode (over and over), which gets really old really fast.”