LEGO Jurassic World

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LEGO Jurassic World allows players to relive moments from the Jurassic Park films through humor-filled gameplay. Explore and navigate environments while building and customizing with LEGO bricks. Play as dinosaurs and humans, and battle against enemies in this action-adventure title.

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Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

+14

89%

Audience ScoreBased on 5,538 reviews

story140 positive mentions

stability312 negative mentions

story
696 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Lego Jurassic World" effectively retells the plots of the first four Jurassic Park films, blending humor with iconic scenes, and is generally well-received for its nostalgic value. While the game features enjoyable moments and voice acting from the original cast, some players find the missions repetitive and the overall gameplay can be hindered by bugs and glitches. Despite these issues, the game remains a fun experience, especially for fans of the franchise, offering a light-hearted and child-friendly adaptation of the beloved movies.
- “A classic, old-school LEGO game, the story, levels, and characters fit the movies perfectly.”
- “The story in this game was mostly enjoyable; it was a pleasure to see iconic moments from the films and replay them as LEGO minifigures.”
- “This is the perfect LEGO game for Jurassic Park fans and for kids who love dinosaurs. It brings the whole story of the first three movies and the first Jurassic World movie with tons of humor.”
- “The gameplay felt quite clunky a lot of the time and the story was just too much of a representation of the movie when I think I was hoping for more.”
- “The story is re-worked to be kid friendly where no deaths occur and parts are added to increase the length via gameplay puzzles.”
- “Unlike the movie though, it gets boring, confusing and repetitive as the story (from the original Jurassic Park at least) is chopped up in different places to speed up the main story, but leaves any sense of drama or tension out of the game.”
humor
426 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in "LEGO Jurassic World" is widely praised for its lighthearted and playful take on the iconic film series, effectively transforming intense scenes into comedic moments suitable for all ages. Players enjoy the clever cutscenes, funny character interactions, and whimsical scenarios, such as dinosaurs engaging in silly antics, which enhance the overall experience. The game successfully captures the charm of LEGO's signature humor, making it a delightful adventure for both children and adults alike.
- “The game hilariously turns iconic scenes into goofy adventures, where velociraptors solve puzzles and triceratops have poop-related missions (yes, really).”
- “The cutscenes are hilarious, there are so many fun little easter eggs, and you get to play as some of the dinosaurs!”
- “This game is a funny, parody-like take on the first four movies.”
gameplay
353 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in "LEGO Jurassic World" is characterized by its familiar LEGO mechanics, blending puzzle-solving with action elements, though it often leans more towards simplicity and repetition. While many players appreciate the humor and nostalgia of reliving the Jurassic Park films, they also note issues such as clunky controls, glitches, and a lack of innovation compared to previous LEGO titles. Overall, the game offers a fun experience for fans of the franchise, but it is marred by technical problems and a somewhat predictable gameplay structure.
- “The gameplay is simple and fun, often consisting of using character-specific abilities to gain access to new areas as the game progresses, almost like a metroidvania.”
- “Great gameplay and love how it is from Jurassic Park to Jurassic World.”
- “Blends the great adventure stories of the Jurassic Park films with the fun gameplay that comes as standard with a LEGO title - what's not to love?”
- “The gameplay felt quite clunky a lot of the time and the story was just too much of a representation of the movie when I think I was hoping for more.”
- “There was so much to love about this game, but it was all overshadowed by the glitches and issues I encountered during gameplay.”
- “The gameplay itself brings absolutely nothing new to the lego games, and playing the game frustrates me to no end due to all of the weird, almost game-breaking glitches and odd level designs.”
stability
326 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of "Lego Jurassic World" has been widely criticized, with numerous players reporting a plethora of bugs and glitches that can significantly hinder gameplay, including game-breaking issues that require restarts. While some users have experienced fewer problems, many find the game frustratingly unpolished, leading to a recommendation to avoid it unless one is prepared to deal with its instability. Overall, the game's charm is often overshadowed by its technical shortcomings, making it a less favorable entry in the Lego game series.
- “There are no glitches that I can remember.”
- “+ tons more stable and bug free than previous iterations.”
- “Playing on a MacBook Air with a 1.3GHz processor (below minimum requirements), it runs well with no bugs at all, no glitches.”
- “I wanted to love this game, but the glitches and bugs made it absurdly annoying to play much of the time.”
- “There was so much to love about this game, but it was all overshadowed by the glitches and issues I encountered during gameplay.”
- “The free roam in this game is an absolute buggy broken mess.”
graphics
206 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game have received a generally positive reception, with many players praising their quality, detail, and vibrant aesthetics, particularly in recreating scenes from the Jurassic Park films. However, some users have reported performance issues, including crashes and graphical glitches, especially on lower-end systems. Overall, while the graphics are considered impressive for a LEGO game, there are concerns about optimization and stability.
- “The graphics are incredible and they really make me feel like I'm in the real Jurassic World.”
- “The graphics, dinosaurs, and overall game is an awesome fun-packed Jurassic adventure.”
- “With amazing graphics and a wide selection of characters to play as, Lego Jurassic World has everything that a Lego game is based on.”
- “The game's graphics run like absolute crap.”
- “First the graphics worked poorly and it was very slow.”
- “Getting the game to run at a decent graphics setting is also a problem.”
music
105 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its nostalgic value, featuring iconic tracks from the original Jurassic Park films by composers John Williams and Michael Giacchino, which enhance the overall atmosphere. However, players have noted issues with the audio settings, as there is only a single global sound slider, making it difficult to balance music volume with other audio elements. While the soundtrack is generally well-received, some users found it repetitive and expressed concerns about copyrighted audio during certain cutscenes.
- “The music brings a level of its own to the atmosphere.”
- “To top a good story and really good gameplay, this game also has a really good soundtrack.”
- “I just can't help but hum along to the iconic theme song as I play, and the fact that I get to walk around as John Hammond I find that totally awesome.”
- “The audio settings also only have one global sound slider and a music toggle on/off, nothing else in terms of audio.”
- “Which is a shame because the music was way louder over everything else many times.”
- “The music can sometimes get repetitive... but you can probably just shut that off in options.”
replayability
56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers significant replayability, featuring a variety of unique characters, including dinosaurs, and engaging levels that encourage exploration and collection of unlockables. While some players noted a decline in replay value after achieving 100%, the abundance of collectibles and the option to freely roam the world provide ample opportunities for continued enjoyment. Overall, it is praised for its humor, design, and multiplayer options, making it appealing for both casual players and completionists alike.
- “The levels were replayable and engaging without being tedious, the world felt huge, and the activities and collectibles reliant on different dinosaur types were a nice touch.”
- “For 30 bucks, the amount of content, replay value, and collectibles will keep you hooked for hours and hours no matter your age!”
- “There is little replayability once you reach 100%, but it is nice to have a little roam around in the park.”
- “The levels don't have so much replay value I want to play the entire game again from scratch just because it has a bug.”
- “The game content and replayability proves out with many collectibles, unlockables, characters, and hidden easter eggs even the most hardcore of completionists will find satisfying.”
grinding
56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Grinding in this game is a significant aspect, often requiring substantial time investment to unlock characters and collectibles, which some players find enjoyable while others deem it tedious. Many reviews highlight that while the game offers engaging levels and a vast world, the pursuit of 100% completion can become repetitive and frustrating, especially due to bugs and navigation issues. Overall, the experience of grinding varies, with some players appreciating the challenge and others feeling it detracts from the enjoyment.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “After a while, that mechanic becomes tedious.”
- “I won't sugarcoat it, there are bugs that make things unfun, tedious, and sometimes impossible.”
- “The levels are tedious and the world isn't worth playing in after you complete the main story.”
optimization
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews. While many players report smooth performance and good graphics, especially on lower-end hardware, others have experienced significant issues such as crashing, stuttering, and poor anti-aliasing. Some users noted that initial launch problems were resolved, but bugs and optimization concerns remain a common theme.
- “It runs smoothly and graphics are really good on a laptop.”
- “Great performance on the 2016 MacBook Pro with Iris 540 graphics.”
- “The game runs smoothly at 1080p, well into the 90+fps range.”
- “Bugs were common, and ranged from poor optimization to crashing.”
- “The anti-aliasing could be better; even with full HD and the best graphics, it's not so optimized.”
- “The problem is that on a GTX 970 and i7 4790k, I get frequent stuttering and pauses that can last almost 5 seconds, sometimes all back to back within the space of a few minutes.”
emotional
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, highlighting its nostalgic elements that evoke memories of the 90s and early 2000s. The combination of thrilling action sequences and heartwarming voice acting, particularly from Jeff Goldblum, enhances the overall experience, making it feel both engaging and wholesome. However, some note a disparity in audio quality due to the use of older recordings, which slightly detracts from the emotional immersion.
- “I cried for 24 hours.”
- “For being a mild horror/gore genre film franchise, this is about as wholesome a LEGO game as possible!”
- “This game made me feel like I was in the 90's and early 2000's when good movies were good.”
atmosphere
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with reviewers noting its effective capture of the Jurassic Park ambiance through detailed writing, engaging dialogues, and the iconic John Williams soundtrack. This combination creates a tense and immersive experience, earning an impressive score of 8/10 for atmosphere. Overall, the game's ability to evoke a strong sense of place is highlighted as one of its standout features.
- “The writing, especially the dialogues, is just amazing, and the amount of work put into details captures the perfect Jurassic Park atmosphere, complemented by the original John Williams soundtrack.”
- “The music brings a level of its own to the atmosphere.”
- “One of my favorite parts of LEGO games is how they can capture the atmosphere of something, and I think this is one of their best examples of that.”
monetization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players feeling it leans towards a cash grab, particularly in comparison to other titles in the franchise. While there are criticisms regarding the reuse of voice lines and perceived laziness in execution, many still find the game enjoyable, suggesting that it was developed with genuine intent rather than solely for profit.
- “Almost 90% of the voice lines are straight from the movies, and with older movies, the worse it sounds, making it feel like they put no effort into this game and more of a cash grab.”
- “Even though this LEGO game screams cash grab and is pretty lazy, especially compared to other LEGO games, I still think this is a fun game.”
- “When I bought this game, I thought it was going to just be another attempt for a cash grab at a big franchise.”