Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga

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"Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga" is a game that lets you play through all nine films of the Star Wars saga with over 400 characters from the expanded universe, including additional content from Mandalorian, Rogue One, and Solo. The game offers over 300 playable characters, 100 vehicles, and 23 planets to explore, providing a fun-filled experience in a galaxy far, far away. The Galactic Edition includes all available character pack DLCs.

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91%

Audience ScoreBased on 24,511 reviews

story673 positive mentions

stability416 negative mentions

story
4,311 mentions
16 % positive mentions
77 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
The story in "LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga" is a comedic retelling of the nine main films, featuring a mix of cutscenes and gameplay that many players find rushed and overly simplified, with only five short missions per episode. While the game captures the essence of the Star Wars narrative and includes humorous elements, it often prioritizes open-world exploration and side quests over in-depth storytelling, leading to a feeling of disjointedness and a lack of substantial content in the main missions. Overall, while the game offers a nostalgic experience for fans, it may disappoint those seeking a more detailed and engaging story.
- “The storytelling in Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga is both faithful to the original films and delightfully humorous.”
- “The game features 45 main story levels that are based on all nine mainline Star Wars films.”
- “The story is a playthrough medley of the movies and an open world to huge parts of the galaxy.”
- “The story missions felt lazy and rushed; some were merely a couple of minutes in duration.”
- “The story is incredibly lacking and short; the cutscenes feature some element of comedy as had the original, however they feel extremely forced and just don't do it as well as the complete saga did.”
- “The story missions are very short, you can get through an episode in about an hour.”
gameplay
1,638 mentions
36 % positive mentions
59 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga" has received mixed reviews, with many praising its engaging mechanics, stunning graphics, and humor, while others criticize its repetitive nature and reliance on cutscenes over actual gameplay. Players appreciate the introduction of new combat systems and open-world exploration, but some feel that the missions are too short and lack the depth and challenge found in previous titles. Overall, while the game offers a nostalgic experience with modern updates, it may not fully satisfy those seeking a more traditional Lego gameplay experience.
- “Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga offers an expansive and engaging gameplay experience.”
- “With its captivating visuals, engaging gameplay, and endless charm, it is an epic adventure that will keep players entertained for hours on end.”
- “The gameplay is a significant improvement over previous Lego Star Wars titles.”
- “The gameplay is minimal with cutscenes taking over 'play time'.”
- “Gameplay is almost automatic and is insulting even for kids; levels suck, rush through all 6 movies like that's not what you paid for and half the content is in collectibles or menial side tasks.”
- “The gameplay loop gets dull during the collect-a-thon part of the game once you're this deep in, but up to the 30-40 hour mark, it was a ton of fun.”
graphics
1,251 mentions
61 % positive mentions
37 % neutral mentions
1 % negative mentions
The graphics in "LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga" have received widespread acclaim for their stunning visuals and impressive detail, marking a significant upgrade from previous LEGO titles. Players have noted the game's ability to maintain high performance even on lower-end hardware, while still delivering vibrant environments and smooth animations. However, some users have reported occasional frame rate drops and graphical glitches, particularly in more complex levels, which can detract from the overall experience.
- “The graphics are stunning and the gameplay is smooth and satisfying.”
- “The graphics are absolutely fantastic to see, the visuals as well are awe inspiring.”
- “The graphics are amazing, the cutscenes are amazing, the amount of content is massive, legit 380 characters to play.”
- “Graphics aside, this game is a pile of crap in comparison to Lego Star Wars 3: The Clone Wars...”
- “They spent all their time and budget on graphics and 'creating a world' and forgot to make a game.”
- “The graphics are solid, but the game is not worth playing overall.”
humor
1,052 mentions
99 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
1 % negative mentions
The humor in "Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga" is widely praised for its classic Lego charm, blending slapstick comedy with clever references to the Star Wars universe. Many players appreciate the lighthearted and family-friendly tone, with humorous cutscenes and dialogue that evoke nostalgia while appealing to both younger audiences and adults. However, some critiques mention that the humor can feel forced or overly simplistic at times, lacking the depth and subtlety of previous entries in the series. Overall, the game successfully delivers a fun and entertaining experience filled with memorable comedic moments.
- “The humor is as funny as always with LEGO Star Wars, and they have some particularly comical bits.”
- “This game is a love letter to both LEGO and Star Wars fans, combining humor, charm, and adventure in a way that only LEGO games can.”
- “The humorous interpretations of well-known Star Wars scenes continually bring a smile to your face, making the playthrough of the chapters a delightful experience.”
- “Incredibly unfunny writing.”
- “It's filled with bad jokes that are often not funny and only a child would laugh at, or jokes that only diehard fans who know everything about Star Wars would understand. I know this is a kids' game, but I'm sure that the majority of players are over the age of 14.”
- “It is seriously not funny.”
stability
430 mentions
3 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
97 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has been widely criticized, with players reporting numerous bugs, glitches, and performance issues that significantly detract from the overall experience. Many users have experienced game-breaking crashes, stuttering, and unresponsive controls, particularly during key moments like boss fights and story missions. While some players note that minor glitches can be overlooked, the sheer volume of issues has led to frustration, with many recommending waiting for patches before fully engaging with the game.
- “The game was pretty much bug-free and looks amazing, like real plastic.”
- “I also have found the game to be very well optimized and not very buggy for its release today.”
- “In my time so far, I've encountered a bug or two, but for the most part, it's been bug-free, which is really impressive considering how games launch these days, especially games as large as this.”
- “The game is a buggy mess that has crashed for me at least once every single time I play it for a variety of different reasons.”
- “This game is currently a buggy mess for its price but that's expected and if you overlook that it is very good.”
- “However, the glitches and bugs have been fixed to a point that you can finally get 100% completion for the game.”
grinding
266 mentions
1 % positive mentions
23 % neutral mentions
76 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players noting that while it can be enjoyable and rewarding, it often becomes tedious and overwhelming, especially when aiming for 100% completion. The abundance of collectibles and side quests can lead to a repetitive experience, with some players feeling that the grind detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game. Overall, those who appreciate grinding and collecting in games may find it fulfilling, but others may find it excessively time-consuming and frustrating.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grind for 100% completion was exhausting and a little tedious, but I still absolutely loved going for it.”
- “The game is tedious, lacking creativity, repetitive, and lacks a lot of the charm of the original, but the visuals are well made.”
- “The sheer mountain of bugs, tedious filler, and boring open worlds make this game, frankly, just plain unenjoyable for me.”
optimization
265 mentions
22 % positive mentions
55 % neutral mentions
23 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players experiencing significant performance issues, particularly in specific levels like the droid factory and ewok village, where frame rates can drop drastically. While some users report smooth performance on high-end systems, others with capable hardware still encounter stuttering, crashes, and long loading times, indicating that the game is not well-optimized for a variety of setups. Overall, while the graphics are praised, the inconsistent performance and numerous bugs detract from the experience, leading many to recommend waiting for patches before purchasing.
- “The game got very good optimization; my 7900 XT gets over 700 FPS, and it has overall nice graphics.”
- “Graphics are nice to look at, the humor is great with witty and silly jokes, it's properly optimized and runs well on older hardware.”
- “Game runs smoothly with my 65-inch ROG-PG65UQ 4K display with 120 FPS at cap.”
- “The performance is absolutely terrible.”
- “I really wanted to like this game and there is a decent amount to like about it, but for a game supposed to be this big and in development for so long, the game runs like shit. It's so poorly optimized; I mean, come on, Sonic Adventure runs better than this game.”
- “The amount of times I had to reload the game because a dialogue box did not load, bosses got stuck in an animation, side quests in space were not possible to progress as enemies did not load properly, random crashes, and insufferable stuttering when streaming 9 months after launch is beyond me.”
replayability
142 mentions
37 % positive mentions
51 % neutral mentions
12 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is a mixed bag, with some players praising the abundance of collectibles, unlockable characters, and side missions that enhance replay value, while others criticize the short level durations and lack of fully replayable story missions. Many find the free roam and exploration aspects enjoyable, but some feel that the overall replayability is diminished due to repetitive side quests and limited character customization options. Overall, while there is potential for replayability, especially for completionists, it may not be as engaging for those seeking varied gameplay experiences.
- “The game also offers substantial replay value, with numerous collectibles, side missions, and unlockable characters and vehicles scattered throughout the galaxy.”
- “One of the strongest aspects of the game is the level of content and replayability it offers.”
- “The ability to fully explore the galaxy in free mode after beating all of the episodes is just the icing on the cake, tons of replayability, and fun with a friend.”
- “Because it's so big, there's not much replayability value.”
- “It's a great game but sadly doesn't have much replayability.”
- “The majority of levels can be completed in around 5 minutes, offering little replay value.”
music
126 mentions
37 % positive mentions
60 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received high praise for its incorporation of iconic Star Wars soundtracks and memorable voice acting, effectively enhancing the overall experience. However, some players noted issues with repetitive tracks and occasional audio glitches, which detracted from the immersion. Overall, while the soundtrack is celebrated for its quality and nostalgic value, there are calls for more varied ambient music to enrich the gameplay atmosphere.
- “The soundtrack, a mix of John Williams' iconic Star Wars themes and whimsical LEGO melodies, will have you humming along as you assemble your intergalactic empire.”
- “The voice acting is near perfect, just as it was in the Clone Wars TV show, and the soundtrack is a pure ear-gasm.”
- “The atmosphere, the music, and the planets were just great to discover and experience.”
- “Ultimately, the game doesn't utilize the music very often, and you can generally expect monotonous puzzles that have the same song and dance that you've been through 50 times.”
- “The soundtrack is lacking, and there isn't as much level and ambient music as one would expect from a Star Wars game, but all of the expected Star Wars tunes are there.”
- “Great game, but be aware it can be buggy. My game will not stop playing some menu music over everything in-game, and you cannot turn it off in settings. I have not found a workaround yet, but it's unplayable with how loud it is, and it just repeats constantly.”
emotional
59 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Reviews highlight a mixed emotional experience in the game, with some players feeling nostalgic and heartwarming connections to the LEGO and Star Wars franchises, while others criticize the overuse of humor that undermines serious moments. Many appreciate the game's ability to evoke childhood memories and wholesome fun, but express disappointment when emotional scenes are treated lightly or turned into jokes. Overall, the emotional depth is seen as inconsistent, with some moments resonating deeply while others feel trivialized.
- “The use of cinematic sequences and in-game dialogue effectively conveys the story and adds emotional depth to the experience.”
- “Now years later, playing this game made me feel exactly how I felt all those years ago.”
- “It successfully captures the essence of both the Star Wars franchise and the Lego games, delivering a gaming experience that is as heartwarming as it is thrilling.”
monetization
36 mentions
8 % positive mentions
-6 % neutral mentions
97 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has been widely criticized as a blatant cash grab, with many reviewers expressing disappointment over the lack of meaningful content in DLCs and the reliance on nostalgia. Players feel that the game and its additional content are overpriced and fail to deliver the quality expected from the franchise, leading to a perception of the developers prioritizing profit over creativity and player experience. While some users appreciate the absence of microtransactions, the overall sentiment leans heavily towards frustration with the game's monetization practices.
- “There are no microtransactions, which is a refreshing change in game design.”
- “The monetization model is fair and does not pressure players to spend money.”
- “I appreciate that the game offers a complete experience without any paywalls.”
- “The DLC, however, was a cash grab adding zero content and expensive characters that do things that others can do better and faster.”
- “A genuinely embarrassing cash grab for Warner Brothers with no soul and the least creative level design out of any LEGO game I've ever played.”
- “I loved the original LEGO Star Wars games and seeing TT try and recreate that magic with a soulless cash grab is infuriating. I'm not saying it's all negatives; I'm just saying that this isn't as good as it should have been.”
atmosphere
30 mentions
57 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive and visually stunning representation of the Star Wars universe, with meticulously crafted environments that evoke nostalgia for fans. While the sound design and visual effects enhance the experience, some reviewers noted that the music and certain gameplay elements detract from the overall atmosphere. Overall, the game successfully captures the charm and excitement of the franchise, making it a delightful experience for Star Wars enthusiasts.
- “Each environment is lovingly and meticulously crafted, capturing the atmosphere of the Star Wars universe excellently.”
- “My favorite Star Wars LEGO so far, really amazed at the atmosphere they managed to capture and just the general polish I've seen so far.”
- “The atmosphere, the music, and the planets were just great to discover and experience.”
- “The sound effects and music, while serviceable, fail to stand out, missing opportunities to enhance the atmosphere and excitement of the gameplay.”
- “The music choices aren't quite hitting the right atmosphere, especially in the hub worlds.”
- “The older series offered much better ways of storytelling - even though the characters never spoke a word, the game conveyed storytelling via the body language of the characters, which looked very comical. However, now they not only use body gestures but also speak, which completely changes the atmosphere and makes everything seem overly goofy.”
character development
11 mentions
55 % positive mentions
18 % neutral mentions
27 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is highlighted by impressive and playful designs that stay true to the original characters, with many praising the humor and animation quality. While some players appreciate the depth and interactions among characters, others express disappointment in the lack of variety and depth in character abilities. Overall, the character design is seen as a significant improvement over previous titles, though some players feel it could still be enhanced further.
- “The character designs are equally impressive, maintaining the playful and blocky aesthetic of LEGO while staying true to the original characters.”
- “It's a great game with the best combat system we have seen for a LEGO game, great character design and interactions between them and their counterparts, great graphics, as well as a massive world to explore.”
- “The writing, animation, love, pizzazz, humor, character designs, the easter eggs, and story is so well done.”
- “And yet my disdain for this stupid, useless, insubstantial failure of character design utterly eclipses the intrigue of all other pursuits.”
- “Amazing game, lots of fun; however, there is a need for much more character design. The Emperor doesn't have lightning attacks, and Boba Fett can only fly for under a second.”
- “The character design is endearing.”