LEGO Marvel Super Heroes 2

77%
Game Brain Score Based on 4,941 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • stability
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A few technical hiccups and minor quibbles aside, Lego Marvel Super Heroes 2 tops off a great year for comic book properties with a fun, varied adventure.
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In LEGO Marvel Super Heroes 2, players join forces with Marvel Super Heroes and Villains in a time-traveling adventure across various Marvel locations. Battle Kang the Conqueror in epic combat within the open world of Chronopolis, which includes realms like Ancient Egypt and New York City in 2099. Choose from a wide array of iconic characters, such as Captain America, Spider-Man 2099, Hulk, and many more, to save the universe.

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77%
Audience ScoreBased on 4,941 reviews
story266 positive mentions
stability192 negative mentions
  • story965 mentions

    The story of "Lego Marvel Super Heroes 2" has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its humor and engaging multiverse concept, while others criticize it for being drawn out, repetitive, and lacking coherence. Many found the character roster and side missions enjoyable, but noted that the main storyline felt cluttered and less compelling compared to its predecessor. Technical issues, such as unskippable cutscenes and mission bugs, further detracted from the overall experience, leading to a consensus that while the game has potential, it falls short in delivering a captivating narrative.

    • “The story is captivating, filled with humor and exciting missions that will keep you hooked from start to finish.”
    • “With its engaging storyline, extensive roster of heroes, and polished gameplay mechanics, it delivers an immersive and thrilling experience that will keep you entertained for hours on end.”
    • “The multiple comic universes has given the game an opportunity to show off some characters like the old west versions of the Avengers and the 2099 versions of Spider-Man and Captain America. The story is fantastically well written and was a lot of fun to play with a lot of TT's brand of humor they have shown a lot in their LEGO games.”
    • “Because nothing screams 'fun' quite like a game that drags its levels out to eternity, making every mission feel like a chore you just can’t wait to be done with.”
    • “Wow, it’s like the devs sat down and said, 'how can we make this as miserable as possible?' Mission accomplished.”
    • “This is by far the worst LEGO game I have ever played, and I have played a lot of them. Everything is so dragged out and boring; it's amazing how they managed to mess up the sequel to the best LEGO game out there. The story is boring as hell, and even as stupid as LEGO games' stories can be, I usually pay attention for the fun of it, but this one I would literally just try to pass time with my phone until the cutscenes ended.”
  • gameplay305 mentions

    The gameplay of "LEGO Marvel Super Heroes 2" has received mixed reviews, with many players noting its repetitive mechanics and technical issues that hinder the overall experience. While some appreciate the variety of character abilities and the engaging puzzles, others criticize the frequent interruptions during gameplay and the lack of innovation compared to its predecessor. Overall, the game offers accessible and enjoyable gameplay for younger audiences, but it may disappoint those seeking a more challenging and polished experience.

    • “With its stunning visuals, engaging gameplay, and a vast roster of iconic superheroes and villains, the game offers a thrilling and immersive experience for fans of all ages.”
    • “Each hero has unique abilities and powers, ensuring that gameplay remains fresh and exciting as you switch between characters.”
    • “The gameplay mechanics in Marvel Superheroes 2 strike a perfect balance between accessibility and complexity.”
    • “The gameplay mechanics and overall formula remain largely unchanged, potentially disappointing players seeking fresh and innovative features.”
    • “The gameplay is atrocious.”
    • “Gaemplay is another bore fest, but on top of that they added this stupid health bar system to the combat that makes everything ten times more annoying.”
  • stability192 mentions

    The game's stability has been widely criticized, with players reporting frequent crashes, bugs, and glitches that significantly hinder gameplay. Many users describe it as one of the buggiest entries in the LEGO series, often requiring restarts and leading to frustrating experiences. While some players have found enjoyment despite these issues, the overall consensus is that the game is poorly optimized and riddled with technical problems.

    • “Worse than the first Lego Marvel, awfully optimized - crashes and freezes often, no cloud save.”
    • “Frustratingly, as you play you'll be encountering new and unique bugs and glitches every 30-60 seconds without exaggeration.”
    • “This game has too many bugs, glitches, or things that have to be worked on.”
  • graphics163 mentions

    The graphics in the game have received a generally positive reception, with many praising the vibrant comic book aesthetic and improved character designs compared to previous installments. While some users noted minor issues and a few bugs, the overall visual quality is considered high for a LEGO game, showcasing stunning environments and charming character models. However, there are mixed opinions on the gameplay experience, with some finding it lacking despite the appealing graphics.

    • “With its stunning visuals, engaging gameplay, and a vast roster of iconic superheroes and villains, the game offers a thrilling and immersive experience for fans of all ages.”
    • “The graphics are amazing with the new engine that the LEGO games are now using.”
    • “The simple beauty of the shining LEGO characters overpowers the bland and boring character models of your standard video game graphics.”
    • “The controls are wonky, the graphics are a joke.”
    • “It might be that damn dedication to consoles, or just a rushed production that's the root of evil in this case, but it seems like the programmers forgot to cull loaded in effects every once in a while, so if you don't jump back to the menu effectively culling those graphics manually in the process, your memory will top up and cause a crash.”
    • “Not to mention the game has more bugs than there are numbers in my graphics card... this is honestly the worst LEGO game I have ever played and I cannot recommend anyone to buy, not even on sale when there are LEGO games like LOTR, Hobbit, Marvel Super Heroes, Batman 2, and others that are simply better.”
  • humor155 mentions

    The humor in "LEGO Marvel Super Heroes 2" is a mixed bag, with some players finding it hilarious and entertaining, while others feel it falls short compared to the first game. Many appreciate the light-hearted, self-aware jokes and funny character interactions, though some criticize the reliance on Marvel movie humor and unfunny dialogue from certain characters. Overall, the game offers a blend of amusing moments, quirky bugs, and classic LEGO charm, making it enjoyable for younger audiences, but less appealing for older players seeking more sophisticated humor.

    • “The entire game is hilarious, including the bonus missions and puzzles/character missions.”
    • “In short, this is a hilarious and entertaining game that lets you live out your childhood superhero fantasies while also providing some good old-fashioned laughs.”
    • “Loads of fun to couch co-op, funny one-liners, entertaining story, and more characters to choose from than you can remember.”
    • “During all of the bonus levels and DLC levels, she is constantly narrating and making unfunny jokes, which completely drowns out other audio like sound effects or music going on at the same time.”
    • “Compared to them, the 'humor' is totally not funny and feels forced.”
    • “All the characters dab and spout unfunny lines like never before.”
  • grinding68 mentions

    The grinding aspect of the game has been widely criticized for being excessively tedious and monotonous, with many players reporting long hours spent on repetitive side missions and boss fights that feel frustratingly drawn out. While some find satisfaction in completing these challenges, the overall sentiment leans towards the experience being bloated with unskippable animations, glitches, and a lack of engaging content, making it a chore rather than an enjoyable part of gameplay.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “A bit grindy sometimes.”
    • “I spent more than a full 10-hour day grinding out probably over 100 side missions, and I didn't even beat them all that day.”
    • “The overworld is bloated with tedious repetitive side quests.”
    • “Look, I'm no candidate for Mensa but I'm not an idiot, and I found this game to be much too frustrating - and tedious (or, sometimes, boring); to the point where I'm not convinced I'm going to bother attempting to finish it.”
  • music68 mentions

    The music in the game has received praise for its engaging soundtrack, featuring licensed tracks from the "Guardians of the Galaxy" films, which enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the variety in musical styles that correspond to different environments, although some express frustration with the repetitive nature of certain clips and the overshadowing of music by voiceovers. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a highlight, contributing significantly to the game's immersive atmosphere.

    • “The game's sound design is equally impressive, with a thrilling soundtrack that accompanies intense battles and emotional moments, further immersing you in the Marvel experience.”
    • “Everything is great: the visuals, soundtrack, bosses, the content; I could go on about how great this game really is.”
    • “You can make Star-Lord put his headphones on and dance to the music from the movies with him waving his guns in the air, just saying.”
    • “During all of the bonus levels and DLC levels, she is constantly narrating and making unfunny jokes, which completely overshadows other audio like sound effects or music going on at the same time.”
    • “It's like, 'Oh, we had to pay so much money to license the song we used, we're going to make you watch every single time you start the game!' Ugh.”
    • “Wish the music was better.”
  • optimization35 mentions

    The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with many players reporting frequent crashes, freezes, and various technical issues, including performance drops and glitches. While some users noted slight improvements in combat performance, the overall consensus is that the game is poorly optimized, requiring significant adjustments to hardware settings for stable gameplay. Despite occasional smooth performance, the lack of effective fixes and persistent stuttering detracts from the experience.

    • “Enabling v-sync reduces the issue a bit since your graphics card won't render itself to death by giving peak performance and grabbing millions of frames per second.”
    • “I had very few performance issues and the new multiplayer modes were a nice touch, if a bit on the basic side.”
    • “Not just great PC performance, but the devs really appear to have spent a lot of time making something 'newer' instead of phoning it in like the last few.”
    • “The optimization issue is poor; if you don't reduce your processor number, there is no way to achieve 100% performance every time you play Grandmaster game mode, the game just crashes.”
    • “This game is horribly optimized.”
    • “In all seriousness, this LEGO game is one of the most poorly optimized games I have ever played.”
  • character development14 mentions

    Character development in the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising the improved character design, playability, and customization options, while others criticize the removal of certain characters and reliance on DLC for major figures. Overall, many players appreciate the variety and quality of character designs, noting that it features a large roster of around 300 playable characters and enhanced graphics, although some feel it doesn't surpass previous titles like Lego Marvel Super Heroes.

    • “This game has better character design, playability, voice lines, a custom character maker, and animation.”
    • “It's got about 300 playable characters, a lot of new character designs, and amazing DLC!”
    • “In my opinion, it's not better than Lego Marvel Super Heroes, but the character designer has the most options compared to all other Lego games.”
    • “This sequel has poor character designs; some characters are removed compared to the first game, and most of the big figures are only included in DLC packs, which makes the game even worse.”
    • “Lego Avengers has better character designs.”
    • “This sequel has poor character designs; some characters are removed compared to the first game, and most of the big figures are only included in DLC packs, which makes the game even worse.”
  • replayability10 mentions

    The game is praised for its high replayability, with many players enjoying the numerous challenges and achievements available. However, some note that the grind to complete everything can eventually limit the experience. Overall, it is considered very fun and engaging, akin to other popular LEGO games.

    • “Very good game with lots of replayability.”
    • “Honestly, it's very fun and gives you a lot of replayability like every LEGO game.”
    • “If I'm picky, there's so many challenges to complete and discoveries to unlock that the game starts to grind after a while - that may limit its replayability, but you can spend hours nailing every achievement and reaching 100%.”
    • “Replayability: 10 to the power of 10.”
  • emotional8 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its impressive sound design and thrilling soundtrack, which enhance both intense battles and poignant moments, leading some players to experience strong emotional reactions, including tears. However, opinions are divided, as some find the storyline lacking and the gameplay repetitive, detracting from the overall emotional impact.

    • “I cried, great storyline compared to any Marvel movie.”
    • “The game's sound design is equally impressive, with a thrilling soundtrack that accompanies intense battles and emotional moments, further immersing you in the Marvel experience.”
  • atmosphere6 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is inconsistent, lacking a strong open-world feel, yet many missions are praised for their enjoyable environments, creative puzzles, and engaging combat, which contribute positively to the overall mood.

    • “Though many missions are very enjoyable, be it through the environment, general atmosphere, a more creative set of puzzles, or some tricky combat.”
    • “It really changes the mood and atmosphere, and everything is fitting.”
  • monetization4 mentions

    The monetization strategy for the game has been criticized as shameless and cynical, primarily consisting of DLC that serves as advertisements for various Marvel movies and properties. Notably, the absence of the X-Men and Fantastic Four is attributed to Marvel Studios' reluctance to provide free advertising for Fox.

    • “The DLC for this game is pretty shameless and cynical even by LEGO's standards, basically all just ads for different Marvel movies and properties.”
    • “The X-Men and Fantastic Four are not included because Marvel Studios is not going to give Fox free advertising.”
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Critic Reviews

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Play time

34hMedian play time
61hAverage play time
14-75hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 16 analyzed playthroughs

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