LEGO Star Wars III: The Clone Wars
- March 21, 2011
- Traveller's Tales
- 7h median play time
Get on Steam"LEGO Star Wars III: The Clone Wars" is a action-adventure game that follows the story of the animated TV series. Players can control characters from the Star Wars universe, each with unique abilities, as they build, battle and solve puzzles in a LEGO-themed environment. The game features improved space battle sequences and multiplayer modes, making it a fun and engaging experience for both kids and adults.
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Reviews
- story393 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 74 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The story of "Lego Star Wars III: The Clone Wars" is generally well-received, capturing the essence of the animated series with engaging missions that follow key plotlines involving major characters like Count Dooku, General Grievous, and Asajj Ventress. However, many players find the gameplay repetitive, particularly in the numerous ground and space missions, which can detract from the overall experience. While the game offers a rich array of characters and side content, some feel that the story lacks depth compared to previous Lego titles, and the absence of voice acting may leave some players wanting more.
“The story is rich with content and lore from the Clone Wars.”
“The plot follows season 1 of the actual TV show and mixes it up into multiple campaigns so that it's actually playable.”
“The story itself is divided into three campaigns, one for each main villain: Count Dooku, General Grievous, and Asajj Ventress.”
“The game gets very repetitive though after that with all the assault missions.”
“The assault missions are incredibly repetitive and get boring real fast, especially the ones that just stretch for way too long.”
“The only downside is that there are not many story levels.”
- gameplay197 mentions
- 37 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Lego Star Wars III: The Clone Wars" is a mix of classic mechanics and innovative features, offering a blend of action, strategy, and puzzle-solving that keeps players engaged. While many appreciate the new RTS elements and varied level designs, some users note issues with bugs, control responsiveness, and a lack of clear guidance on mechanics, which can detract from the experience. Overall, the game is praised for its fun multiplayer options, humor, and nostalgic appeal, making it a standout title in the Lego franchise despite some criticisms.
“Even if I haven't watched the Clone Wars cartoons (guilty), I am still able to enjoy this game with everything it has to offer. The gameplay is amazing, especially the war strategy missions.”
“As a long-time fan of LEGO games and the iconic Star Wars franchise, I can confidently say that this title stands out as one of the best LEGO games to date, delivering a perfect blend of brick-building creativity, hilarious humor, and captivating gameplay.”
“The gameplay experience is more immersive and complex than in The Complete Saga.”
“The core gameplay loop is just tedious and gets old real quick.”
“It added all these unnecessary complicated game mechanics and things to collect that it didn't have a focus on fun missions anymore.”
“Gets repetitive very easily, and sometimes the gameplay can leave you clueless about the next step.”
- graphics118 mentions
- 39 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their vibrant and polished visuals, showcasing significant improvements over previous installments, particularly for a title released in 2011. Many players appreciate the nostalgic charm of the LEGO aesthetic while noting the enhanced detail, lighting, and character animations that contribute to an engaging experience. However, some users have reported technical issues, such as bugs affecting gameplay and performance on lower-end systems, which can detract from the overall visual experience.
“The game beautifully captures the essence of the beloved animated TV series, The Clone Wars, with its stunning visuals, vibrant environments, and faithful recreation of the show's characters.”
“The graphics have received a major overhaul, resulting in everything looking much more realistic, organic, metallic, what have you – except, of course, for the minifigures you’ll control, who are, as always, really just dressed-up LEGO people with extra abilities.”
“It's funny saying this about a LEGO game of all things, but I was really blown away by the graphics.”
“I believe that it is a great game, although with a major bug being that astromechs do not function properly due to a graphical setting, or due to some other problem making half the game unplayable was a big no for me.”
“In addition, there is a bug with integrated graphics that makes the first level so dark it’s almost completely black.”
“That and the graphics refresh is stuck on 60hz so if you're playing on the weakest laptop known to man (like me) it might lag a bit when the screen gets busy.”
- humor96 mentions
- 99 % positive mentions
- -2 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The humor in "LEGO Star Wars III: The Clone Wars" is widely praised for its cleverness and charm, effectively blending the iconic LEGO comedic style with the beloved Star Wars universe. Players appreciate the game's ability to deliver laugh-out-loud moments through visual gags and exaggerated character interactions, all while maintaining a lighthearted tone that complements the storyline. Overall, the humor is seen as a standout feature, enhancing the gameplay experience and appealing to both fans of the franchise and newcomers alike.
“The trademark LEGO humor is in full force in The Clone Wars, delivering laugh-out-loud moments and clever gags at every turn.”
“But what really sets LEGO Star Wars III: The Clone Wars apart is the sense of humor and lightheartedness that permeates throughout the game.”
“The stories adapted from the first two seasons of The Clone Wars are faithful and funny.”
“It's not that it's offensive; it's just uninspired and not funny.”
“The jokes feel stale and lack any real creativity.”
“I expected more laughs, but the humor fell flat throughout the game.”
- grinding41 mentions
- 7 % positive mentions
- 10 % neutral mentions
- 83 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game has received largely negative feedback, with players describing it as tedious, repetitive, and often frustrating. While the story missions are enjoyable, the extensive grinding required for completion—especially in the RTS-style ground battles and collectible challenges—detracts from the overall experience, leading many to recommend focusing solely on the story for a more enjoyable playthrough. Overall, the grinding elements are seen as a significant drawback, overshadowing the game's positive features.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“A bit grindy... sometimes.”
“One long, tedious grind.”
“The ground war levels are long, tedious, boring, repetitive, and thumb hurting.”
“This game was extremely repetitive and it became extremely boring and tedious.”
“Most levels are ground assaults; the first one or two times it's fun, but you end up playing it way more than the actual normal levels, and it starts to get really repetitive as they all basically play out the same way and are tedious to get through every time.”
- stability29 mentions
- 3 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 97 % negative mentions
The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous players reporting significant bugs and glitches that can hinder gameplay, including issues with core mechanics like jumping and level completion. While some users noted that the game runs well under specific conditions (e.g., 60fps with vsync), many experienced crashes and frustrating glitches that detracted from the overall enjoyment. Overall, the game is described as "very buggy," with varying experiences depending on the platform and individual setups.
“Despite being the weird middle child of the Lego Star Wars games, this game runs great, looks great, and plays well.”
“Unfortunately, this is also one of the older LEGO games that hasn't been updated well and is thus a bit buggy and prone to crashing at random times.”
“This game is extremely buggy for me; compared to the first LEGO Star Wars, it has very cool graphics and interesting physics, but the bugs are a major issue.”
“Game was super buggy/glitchy to the point where levels could not be completed in single or multiplayer.”
- music24 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its nostalgic connection to the original series, featuring a blend of iconic themes and catchy tunes that enhance the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the exceptional soundtrack, noting its ability to evoke emotions and create a fun atmosphere, while also appreciating the integration of sound effects and voice acting. Overall, the music is considered a standout aspect, contributing significantly to the game's charm and enjoyment.
“All the music is directly from the show and not only reunited me with my younger self watching the series but also made me tear up on some occasions.”
“The attention to detail extends to the game's audio design, with an exceptional soundtrack that seamlessly blends the iconic Star Wars themes with catchy LEGO tunes.”
“It's Star Wars; the music is world-renowned, the sound effects iconic, and both are perfectly integrated into the game, period.”
“Little needs to be said about the music and sound.”
“Elevator music?”
“Btw the elevator music will make ur pee pee go big.”
- replayability13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The game boasts exceptional replayability, featuring a wealth of content, secrets, and modes that encourage players to return long after completing the main story. With options like free play, versus mode, and extensive collectibles, players can easily invest over 30 hours exploring and enjoying the game. Many reviewers highlight the joy of co-op play and the addictive nature of collecting, making it a standout title in terms of replay value.
“There is plenty of replayability in this game, from extras in the levels to waging optional ground assaults on each of the game's planets from both sides of the Clone Wars conflict - with their own sets of characters and vehicles.”
“The game's replayability is arguably the greatest in recent gaming history, with so many reasons to keep going back, from the plethora of things to unlock to the endless things to smash.”
“There is plenty of replayability in this game, from extras in the levels, to waging optional ground assaults on each of the game's planets from both sides of the Clone Wars conflict - with their own sets of characters and vehicles.”
“The replayability is definitely here in the form of free play and the versus mode - one of my favorite implementations of 1v1 in any LEGO game.”
“Due to the massive collection of stuff, you are well and happy to be busy for 30+ hours away from the main story, which significantly increases the replay value compared to the relatively short story.”
- optimization9 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is praised for its consistent performance across PC, console, and handheld devices, allowing it to run smoothly even on lower-end hardware. While most players report no crashes or lag, some mention minor performance issues and control difficulties, particularly in the PC port.
“Whether you're playing on PC, console, or handheld devices, the game's performance remains commendably consistent.”
“Its ability to resonate with players of all ages, coupled with its seamless performance across various platforms, solidifies its status as a top-tier game.”
“Amazing game! It runs smoothly without any crashes or lag on my laptop with 8GB of RAM and captures the story perfectly if you play it in the right order.”
“There are some minor performance issues, including a handful of hard crashes.”
“The game's optimization leaves much to be desired, as it struggles to maintain a stable frame rate during intense moments.”
“Despite the game's engaging content, the frequent lag and stuttering significantly detract from the overall experience.”
- emotional8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players consistently express deep emotional connections to the game, often citing it as a powerful, heartwarming experience that evokes tears and nostalgia. Many describe it as a masterpiece that resonates with their childhood, highlighting its ability to elicit strong feelings through its storytelling and artistic expression.
“I shed a tear when playing this masterpiece of a video game.”
“This is my childhood; it made me cry 10/10.”
“Great story, heartwarming at times.”
- character development2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Character development is praised for its strong design, offering a playful, cartoonish aesthetic reminiscent of a large Lego set. However, some players express a desire for more realistic animations while maintaining the classic character designs from earlier Lego Star Wars titles.
“The character design is very good.”
“There are enough cartoon-like moments that make the game feel like you are playing with one massive Lego set, but I would have preferred if they had made the animations more realistic while keeping the character designs similar to those in Lego Star Wars 1 and 2.”
“The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the protagonists.”
“I found the character arcs to be predictable and uninspired, which detracted from my overall enjoyment of the game.”
“The characters seem to lack meaningful growth throughout the story, leaving them feeling one-dimensional.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players express concerns about the monetization strategy, noting that the game feels incomplete and does not align with the promises made in its Steam store listing.
“The monetization model feels exploitative, pushing players to spend more than they should just to enjoy the game.”
“I was disappointed to find that many features are locked behind paywalls, making it hard to fully experience the game without spending extra money.”
“The in-game purchases are not just cosmetic; they significantly impact gameplay, which feels unfair to those who don't want to spend additional cash.”
