LEGO® 2K Drive

63%
Game Brain Score Based on 398 reviews
  • story
  • monetization
  • gameplay
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Lego 2K Drive is everything you could want from a family kart game.
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LEGO® 2K Drive Awesome Rivals Edition THERE'S MORE AWESOME IN THE AWESOME RIVALS EDITION LEGO 2K Drive Awesome Rivals Edition includes: Aquadirt Racer Pack Year 1 Drive Pass: Includes Season 1, 2, 3 and 4 DLC packs, the Awesome Pizza Vehicle, and 550 Coins. Release timing of the DLC contents will be revealed at a future date. Awesome Bonus Pack: Includes Wheelie Stunt Driver Minifigure, M…

  • PC
  • Steam Deck
  • Windows
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Reviews

63%
Audience ScoreBased on 398 reviews
story20 positive mentions
monetization14 negative mentions
  • The game features a robust vehicle building system that allows for a high degree of creativity and customization.
  • The racing mechanics are fun and engaging, providing a mix of arcade-style racing with power-ups reminiscent of classic kart racers.
  • The visuals are colorful and appealing, capturing the charm of LEGO while offering a lively open world to explore.
  • The game is heavily monetized with microtransactions, making it feel predatory, especially for a title aimed at children.
  • Progression can be grindy, with players needing to invest significant time or money to unlock vehicles and parts.
  • The AI rubberbanding can undermine the skill-based aspect of racing, leading to frustrating experiences during competitive play.
  • story92 mentions

    The story in this game is generally viewed as entertaining and humorous, capturing the classic LEGO charm, though it is criticized for being short, typically taking around 10-20 hours to complete. Players appreciate the comedic elements and the variety of missions, but many feel the narrative lacks depth and can become repetitive, with some describing it as a series of fetch quests. Additionally, the presence of microtransactions and grindy mechanics detracts from the overall experience, leading to mixed feelings about the game's value and content.

    • “The story is fantastic, classic LEGO game goofiness, and the world is interesting.”
    • “Overall, I enjoyed the main gameplay of the main story mode, which contains goofy LEGO game-styled humor that doesn't take itself seriously, and works doing so.”
    • “The story has comedic moments and was very enjoyable.”
    • “The game is incredibly short, about a 10-hour story; I'd personally wait until the game goes on sale.”
    • “Sadly, the progression is grind slow at levels 15+, the story is boring compared to the antics in games like ModNation Racers, and the microtransactions are unforgivable.”
    • “The story mode and racetracks are lacking for a game with this pricing, and that is ignoring the most fatal flaw of this game: it is being treated as a free-to-play game with prices in the shop so ridiculously high you'd spend hours grinding just to get a couple of brick packs or a vehicle, or you will be forced to buy bucks so you can unlock stuff.”
  • monetization81 mentions

    The monetization in this game has drawn significant criticism for its heavy reliance on microtransactions, which many reviewers describe as predatory, especially given the game's $60 price tag aimed at children. While some players report being able to enjoy the game without engaging with these purchases, the intrusive nature of the microtransactions and the grind required to unlock content have left a negative impression on many. Overall, the monetization model is seen as a major flaw that detracts from an otherwise enjoyable gaming experience.

    • “There are plenty of microtransactions you could ding the game for, but I played it entirely without those and had no problem missing them.”
    • “The microtransactions aren't really necessary to engage with to have fun with the game.”
    • “Overall, great game, lots of fun, slightly scummy monetization, but not too big a deal.”
    • “The game is chock-full of monetization similar to free-to-play mobile games where microtransactions are the dominant form of progression and the amount of intelligence needed to play the game is, in all honesty, almost nonexistent.”
    • “It's just as horrible as all other monetization-heavy mobile games out there!”
    • “The extreme, predatory monetization of a game that absolutely will be sold to kids aged 7 and up is downright immoral.”
  • gameplay59 mentions

    The gameplay of the game is a mixed bag, with many players enjoying the fun and engaging racing mechanics, as well as the extensive vehicle customization options. However, criticisms arise regarding the simplicity of the core mechanics, grindy progression, and the presence of predatory microtransactions that detract from the overall experience. While the open-world aspect and humor are appreciated, issues like rubberbanding and bugs have left some players feeling frustrated.

    • “The gameplay is engaging and always challenging whether you're new or experienced.”
    • “The gameplay itself is fun and the story mode clearly is where most of the effort went into, and it was very fun.”
    • “With by far the most robust building system ever utilized in a Lego game, fast-paced gameplay, and a slapstick sense of humor that is undeniably Lego, it's no doubt that much care was put into the game by the devs.”
    • “The core racing mechanics themselves are not the most innovative or brilliant: the drifting, power-ups, and tracks are all serviceable.”
    • “Gameplay seemed rather simple with incredibly arcade driving mechanics, even compared to Lego Racers 2 from 2001, which took the fun out of it for me. The vehicle creation is just as annoying as in Lego Racers 2 as well.”
    • “This has to be the least enjoyable game I've played all year as far as mechanics, and a large part of that is the poor vehicle controls, where I feel like I'm constantly fighting with the car.”
  • graphics23 mentions

    The graphics in the game have received positive feedback for their vibrant and colorful presentation, effectively capturing the Lego aesthetic with detailed environments. Players noted that the visuals are particularly impressive on PC, with smooth performance and minimal glitches, although some found the graphics less impressive on lower-end platforms like the Switch. Overall, while the graphics are a highlight, some users expressed concerns about the game's repetitive gameplay and perceived value.

    • “The visuals are fantastic, the game looks amazing.”
    • “This game is so much better on PC compared to Switch... the graphics and the water are not even on the same playing level... amazing game for me and my son!”
    • “Lego 2K Drive shines from the very beginning with its captivating and colorful graphics.”
    • “The graphics are a smooth 60 fps with my RTX 3080.”
    • “Graphics are okay, my 4090 stayed pegged to 144 fps the whole game pretty much, with occasional dips below 120 fps.”
    • “I would feel ripped off if I didn't get this with a $100 Steam gift card I got for free with my new graphics card.”
  • grinding22 mentions

    The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it excessively tedious and heavily reliant on microtransactions to unlock parts and customization options. While some enjoy the open-world elements and the potential for creativity, others criticize the slow earning of in-game currency, which makes progression feel frustratingly grindy, especially given the game's premium price. Overall, players recommend the game primarily for those who are willing to invest time or money to bypass the grinding.

    • “I shouldn't feel FOMO for not grinding the game to get the ice cream truck before it leaves the shop in four days.”
    • “The game is extraordinarily tedious and, in addition, leans heavily on microtransactions - both parts for building your own and preconfigured vehicles are gated behind purchases.”
    • “Locking certain bricks behind a paywall or making them tediously difficult to unlock is not fun and I will never understand this method of marketing (as if the $89 price tag wasn't enough).”
    • “The main currency of the game, brickbux, is tedious to get with some of the larger events only dishing out 500 or so, while vehicles can cost up to 10-14k.”
  • humor21 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its whimsical and lighthearted nature, reminiscent of classic LEGO titles, with writing that elicits genuine laughter and smiles. Players appreciate the family-friendly jokes and self-aware humor, which appeals to both kids and adults, making the exploration and gameplay feel nostalgic and engaging. Overall, the humor is a standout feature, contributing to a fun and enjoyable experience.

    • “The writing is genuinely hilarious at times and casually cruising through the open world LEGO worlds just makes me feel like a kid again.”
    • “It has all the fun and humor of previous LEGO games.”
    • “With by far the most robust building system ever utilized in a LEGO game, fast-paced gameplay, and a slapstick sense of humor that is undeniably LEGO, it's no doubt that much care was put into the game by the devs.”
  • optimization15 mentions

    Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews. While some players report good performance, particularly on the Steam Deck, others experience issues such as poor optimization in specific features like the car creator and inconsistent performance during races. Additionally, the video settings could be more user-friendly, especially for a family-oriented game, and some players found that switching to DirectX 12 resolved their optimization problems.

    • “Switching to DX12 fixed all optimization issues I was having.”
    • “Each vehicle is carefully modeled and has distinct characteristics that impact performance in races.”
    • “For performance, it seemingly runs better than most other Unreal Engine 4 releases this year (only some shader stutter during the first few minutes on a 3-year-old mid-range rig with ultra graphics on ultrawide resolution, ~90fps constant).”
    • “The game isn't optimized incredibly well.”
    • “Performance could be better and the video settings could be easier to understand, especially for a kids/family game.”
    • “I have to say the optimization in the car creator is pretty poor.”
  • stability11 mentions

    The game's stability is a mixed bag, with users reporting frequent bugs, crashes, and issues with the instructions and local co-op functionality. While some players appreciate the building mechanics and overall performance, many express frustration over the game's tendency to freeze and the presence of paywalled content. Overall, it appears that the game requires significant improvements to its stability and bug fixes to enhance the user experience.

    • “The building is good, but slightly buggy, and the amount of basic parts that are paywalled is a bit ridiculous.”
    • “Game constantly freezes and crashes in split screen.”
    • “Love making cars on this game, completed the game only to come on tonight after a long day at work to an error message. I resolved the message and now I haven't completed the game, yet I have 19k brick bucks and all the achievements, but again I have been let down by a buggy unfinished game.”
  • music8 mentions

    The music in LEGO 2K Drive is described as inconsistent, with some tracks being enjoyable while others are considered mediocre or annoying. While there are standout pieces, such as the disco and Halloween tracks, many players find themselves preferring music from other games over the in-game soundtrack, which lacks the iconic quality of previous LEGO titles.

    • “The two best songs in Lego 2K Drive are the stock disco and Halloween music played from the boomboxes in the hub worlds.”
    • “While driving through Hauntsborough, I often found myself ignoring the game's music and playing the 'Halloween World' theme from Sim Theme Park in my head. The first three notes of Big Butte County's theme sound like Elinu's dance from TERA Online, and I'm briefly jumpscared by great music.”
    • “Some tracks are bangers, some are good background music, a few tracks are annoying as hell.”
    • “The music in Lego 2K Drive is mediocre.”
    • “None of the music is 'bad', but compared to the incredibly iconic Lego Racers 1 soundtrack, there is little competition.”
  • replayability4 mentions

    Overall, opinions on replayability are mixed; while some players find the game lacks replay value and express dissatisfaction with non-replayable quests, others appreciate its good lifespan and significant replay potential, suggesting a varied experience depending on individual preferences.

    • “Nevertheless, the game has a good lifespan (approximately 40 hours to complete) and significant replay value.”
    • “Enjoy them while you can; these quests are not replayable.”
    • “The game currently has no replay value, and I think I'm done playing it at this point.”
    • “This game does feel replayable, so that's a little annoying and worth looking into.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Players find the game to be a deeply emotional experience, often describing it as a significant journey that resonates on a personal level.

    • “I would highly suggest playing this; it's an emotional journey.”
    • “This game takes you on a profound emotional journey that stays with you long after you finish.”
    • “The emotional depth of the characters and story truly resonated with me.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The atmosphere is generally well-received, featuring a cool vibe complemented by humorous LEGO jokes that enhance the overall experience.

    • “The atmosphere is pretty cool, and some of the LEGO jokes are funny.”
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Critic Reviews

73% average critic score

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Play time

11hMedian play time
12hAverage play time
9-18hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 5 analyzed playthroughs

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