LEGO Jurassic World
- June 12, 2015
- TT Games Ltd
- 31h median play time
In typical LEGO game fashion, it’s simple to play, requires very few buttons, and at most times, the game is great at teaching the player how to play without getting in the way.
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.
Reviews
- story347 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 75 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The story in "Lego Jurassic World" effectively retells the plots of the first four Jurassic Park films, incorporating humor and iconic scenes while remaining accessible for younger audiences. Players can expect a mix of engaging missions and free play, though some levels may feel repetitive or suffer from bugs that hinder progress. Overall, the game captures the essence of the movies with a lighthearted twist, making it enjoyable for fans and newcomers alike.
“A classic, old-school LEGO game, the story, levels, and characters fit the movies perfectly.”
“The story is great, following the movies from the beginning to the end in the LEGO way, the funny way.”
“The story missions are really well-done, and aim to capture the most epic moments from the four different Jurassic Park movies represented: Jurassic Park, Jurassic Park II, Jurassic Park III, and Jurassic World.”
“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.”
- humor210 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in this game is consistently praised for its lighthearted and playful take on the Jurassic Park franchise, effectively transforming intense movie moments into comedic scenes. Players appreciate the classic LEGO humor, which includes funny cutscenes, clever references, and whimsical character interactions, making it enjoyable for both children and adults. Overall, the game successfully blends nostalgia with humor, providing a fun and entertaining experience that captures the charm of the original films while maintaining a kid-friendly atmosphere.
“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!”
“The humor is great as always and the progress feels fair.”
- gameplay171 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The gameplay in "Lego Jurassic World" is a mix of classic Lego mechanics and new features, offering a blend of puzzle-solving and exploration across open-world environments. While many players appreciate the humor and character-specific abilities, some criticize the repetitive nature and occasional glitches that hinder the experience. Overall, it provides a fun, family-friendly experience, though it may not innovate significantly compared to previous Lego titles.
“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 suitable for all ages.”
“The gameplay elements repeat themselves over and over again - which isn't a problem when not playing the game 10 hours in a row.”
“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.”
- stability162 mentions
- 3 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 96 % negative mentions
The stability of "Lego Jurassic World" has been widely criticized, with numerous players reporting a significant number of bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, including game-breaking issues that require restarts. While some users experienced fewer problems, many found the game frustratingly unplayable at times, leading to a general consensus that it is poorly optimized and in need of substantial patches to improve stability. Overall, players recommend caution, especially for those who dislike dealing with technical issues.
“This is a fun game and it runs great, play it.”
“There are no glitches that I can remember.”
“+ tons more stable and bug free than previous iterations.”
“I wanted to love this game, but the glitches and bugs made it absurdly annoying to play much of the time.”
“There were so many glitches that I am now unable to make it forward in any level.”
“Unfortunately, there's a lot of glitches and crashes as described all over the web.”
- graphics103 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 52 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics in the game have received a positive reception, with many users praising their quality and detail, particularly in recreating scenes from the Jurassic Park films. However, some players have experienced technical issues, such as crashes and performance problems, especially on lower-end systems. Despite these drawbacks, the visuals are often described as impressive and a highlight of the gaming experience.
“The graphics are incredible and they really make me feel like I'm in the real Jurassic World.”
“The graphics look very smooth, polished, and better than ever before!”
“The graphics, dinosaurs, and overall game is an awesome fun-packed Jurassic adventure.”
“The game's graphics run like absolute crap.”
“These troubles were then accompanied by graphical irregularities like unlocked dinosaurs only showing the wire-frame model of the head or the body, instead of the textures.”
“Getting the game to run at a decent graphics setting is also a problem.”
- music51 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its nostalgic value, featuring iconic tracks from the original Jurassic Park films, particularly those by 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. Despite some complaints about repetitive tracks and occasional loudness during cutscenes, the soundtrack is generally considered a highlight, contributing significantly to the game's charm and enjoyment.
“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.”
“The writing, especially the dialogues, are just amazing and the amount of work put into details captures the perfect Jurassic Park atmosphere with the original John Williams soundtrack.”
“Speaking of audio, you only have one slider for all game audio, so you can't keep the music low without everything else being quiet.”
“The audio settings also only have one global sound slider and a music toggle on/off; nothing else in terms of audio.”
“The only flaw is that for streamers, be careful of when you get 'true adventurer' or 'true explorer' as well as cutscenes, as these will still play copyrighted audio even if you turn music off.”
- replayability28 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
Overall, "Lego Jurassic World" offers significant replayability due to its unique character abilities, freely roamable hubs, and numerous collectibles, making it enjoyable for both casual players and completionists. While some players noted a decline in replay value after achieving 100%, the game's engaging levels and multiplayer options contribute to its lasting appeal. With a wealth of unlockables and side characters, it provides ample content to explore, ensuring hours of entertainment.
“Among the playable characters are also dinosaurs for the first time, who all have their own qualities, and this means that LEGO Jurassic World gets its replay value.”
“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.”
“The game content and replayability proves out with many collectibles, unlockables, characters, and hidden easter eggs that even the most hardcore of completionists will find satisfying.”
“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.”
- grinding28 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 18 % neutral mentions
- 82 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is generally viewed as both enjoyable and tedious, with many players noting that it requires significant time investment, often feeling repetitive when aiming for 100% completion. While some appreciate the engaging levels and collectibles, others find the experience marred by bugs and tedious mechanics that can detract from the overall enjoyment. Overall, the game offers a mix of fun and frustration, particularly for those who enjoy extensive grinding.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“After a while, that mechanic becomes tedious.”
“The levels are tedious and the world isn't worth playing in after you complete the main story.”
- optimization14 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews. While many players report smooth performance and good graphics, particularly on laptops and consoles, some users have experienced bugs, crashes, and stuttering, especially on higher-end PCs. Adjusting settings can improve performance, but issues like poor anti-aliasing and resolution discrepancies have been noted.
“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.”
“The DLC packs pretty much just add a few characters and skins of characters that already come with the game and more vehicles, which show no performance increase or difference between the others; all vehicles perform the same.”
“Bugs were common, and ranged from poor optimization to crashing.”
“The anti-aliasing could be better; even with full HD and the best graphics settings, it's not well optimized.”
- emotional6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game emotionally engaging, with nostalgic elements that evoke fond memories of classic films from the 90s and early 2000s. The combination of thrilling action sequences and heartwarming voice acting, particularly from iconic characters, enhances the overall experience, though some note a disparity in audio quality. Overall, it strikes a balance between wholesome fun and emotional resonance, making it enjoyable for all ages.
“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.”
- atmosphere5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with reviewers noting its effective capture of the Jurassic Park ambiance through detailed writing, impressive dialogue, and the iconic John Williams soundtrack. Many consider it one of the best examples of how LEGO games can create an immersive atmosphere, contributing significantly to the overall experience.
“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.”
“The ambiance, tension, and atmosphere are lacking.”
“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.”
“The music brings a level of its own to the atmosphere, but it still feels incomplete.”
- monetization4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
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 quality and effort put into the game, many still find it enjoyable despite its perceived shortcomings. Overall, the game seems to balance between being a genuine effort and a commercial venture.
“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.”
Critic Reviews
Lego Jurassic World Review | Nintendo Switch
LEGO Jurassic World is almost an exact port of its 2015 counterparts. Which includes all the good and bad aspects of the game including bad audio from the movies and its linear open world. On the other hand, it makes for a great on the go which you can play anywhere with a friend using a second Joycon. Expect a level of quality that isn’t the best that LEGO games have to offer but do a good enough job to entertain Jurassic Park and Dinosaur fans alike.
75%Lego Jurassic World Review
Available on Xbox One, PS4 (reviewed), Wii U, PS3, Xbox 360, PS Vita, PCThink of what all the best Lego games have in common. First, a foundation of rock-solid, tried-and-tested Lego gameplay. Next, some brilliant new feature or innovative twist that takes that gameplay up another level. Then the brilliant split-screen, co-op gameplay, followed by a beloved franchise with a big ensemble cast of recurring characters you’ll want to collect. After that comes a rich open world where you can build up your supplies of Lego studs and then collect them. Whether your favourite Lego game is Lego Lord of the Rings, Lego Marvel Super Heroes, Lego Batman 2 or the second Lego Harry Potter, it’s likely to have most or all of these things.
70%Lego Jurassic World Switch Review
A nice version of a solid 2015 title...with nothing new.
66%