LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga

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LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga is a single player and multiplayer action adventure game. It was developed by TT Games and was released on July 22, 2019. It received positive reviews from critics and very positive reviews from players.

"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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story1.4k positive mentions

stability835 negative mentions

story
8,633 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in "LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga" is a condensed retelling of all nine films, featuring humorous cutscenes and a light-hearted approach that captures the essence of the franchise. However, many players feel that the story missions are too short and rushed, often lasting only a few minutes, which detracts from the overall experience and leaves out significant plot points from the original films. While the open-world exploration and side quests provide ample content, they can feel repetitive and overshadow the main storyline, leading to mixed feelings about the game's narrative depth.
- “The storytelling in LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga is both faithful to the original films and delightfully humorous.”
- “The game features a total of 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 actual story missions are a bit of a disappointment with the missions being very short and most of the story being told through cutscenes.”
- “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 doesn't do it as well as the complete saga did.”
gameplay
3,305 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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 character abilities, but some feel that the overall experience lacks depth and can become monotonous, particularly in the open-world segments. Overall, while the game offers a nostalgic trip for fans, it may not fully satisfy those seeking the complexity and charm of earlier Lego titles.
- “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 smooth as butter and I'm loving the combat as they have been revamped from previous titles in which they added combo attacks and with that you earn stud bonuses.”
- “The gameplay is minimal with cutscenes taking over 'play time'.”
- “Wow, I didn't expect the gameplay in this to be the worst of any LEGO game I've played.”
- “The 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.”
graphics
2,512 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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 games. Players have noted the vibrant environments, smooth animations, and the ability to run the game well even on lower-end hardware, although some have experienced performance issues and frame rate drops in certain areas. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, enhancing the nostalgic experience while delivering a modern aesthetic that appeals to both new and returning fans.
- “The graphics are amazing and the performance of the game on the steam deck is exceptional.”
- “The graphics are stunning and the gameplay is very fun.”
- “The graphics are absolutely fantastic to see, the visuals as well are awe-inspiring.”
- “They spent all their time and budget on graphics and 'creating a world' and forgot to make a game.”
- “Game running a little slower or requiring to set all graphical settings to 'low' or 'off' is one thing, having it become a literal slide show in open world or a seemingly never-ending loading screen even on the lowest settings is another.”
- “The missions are quite boring, graphics gorgeous tho, attention to detail immaculate, the whimsical skit humor entertaining, however it gets a bit boring quite fast.”
humor
2,117 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in "Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga" is a defining feature, blending classic Lego charm with witty dialogue and playful interpretations of iconic Star Wars moments. While many players appreciate the lighthearted and slapstick humor, some feel it can be overly childish or forced, particularly in comparison to earlier titles in the series. Overall, the game successfully delivers a mix of nostalgia and fresh comedic elements, making it enjoyable for both younger audiences and long-time fans of the franchise.
- “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 storytelling in Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga is both faithful to the original films and delightfully humorous.”
- “Ignore the nostalgia and the unfunny stuff in the game.”
- “> 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 that 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).”
stability
863 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of "LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga" has been widely criticized, with players reporting numerous bugs, glitches, and performance issues that significantly detract from the gameplay experience. Many users have experienced game-breaking crashes, unresponsive controls, and frustrating soft-locks, particularly during key missions and boss fights. While some players note that minor bugs can be overlooked, the overall consensus is that the game is currently too unstable for a seamless experience, leading to recommendations for potential buyers to wait for patches and updates.
- “The game was pretty much bug-free and looks amazing, like real plastic.”
- “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.”
- “I also have found the game to be very well optimized and not very buggy for its release today.”
- “The game suffers from frequent glitches, ranging from minor visual bugs to game-breaking crashes.”
- “This game is a buggy mess and trying to finish it is the biggest odyssey I've ever been through.”
- “Very frustrating that a game this expensive is this buggy.”
grinding
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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 open-world design and abundance of collectibles lead to a significant amount of repetitive tasks, which some players find frustrating, while others appreciate the depth and nostalgia it offers. Overall, those who enjoy grinding and collecting in games may find it fulfilling, but many caution against attempting to complete everything due to the sheer volume of tasks involved.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Completion of collectibles was excessively tedious as the required transitions between levels (worlds) meant sitting through hundreds and hundreds of launch-warp-land loading screens.”
- “The game is tedious, lacking creativity, repetitive and lacks a lot of the charm of the original, but the visuals are well made, and there are really some good ideas in here, especially with the OT planets and levels.”
- “The entire focus of the game went into the grindy repetitive open world collectibles, instead of telling the story.”
optimization
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The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues, particularly in specific levels like the droid factory and ewok village, where frame rates can drop drastically. While some users experience smooth gameplay on high-end systems, others with average PCs face severe stuttering and crashes, leading to frustration. Overall, the game is seen as poorly optimized, with calls for patches to address these performance problems.
- “The game got very good optimization, my 7900 XT gets over 700 fps and it has overall also 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.”
- “For starters, the graphics and overall performance were incredible.”
- “The performance is absolutely terrible.”
- “I wanted to complete it 100%, but it becomes so frustrating to play while dealing with the poor performance that I simply gave up.”
- “The insurmountable amount of bugs that I found in this game coupled with no character customization in a Lego game of all places, softlocks, and terrible optimization make this $60 game a joke compared to a game from 14 years ago.”
replayability
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The game's replayability is a mixed bag, with many players noting a wealth of collectibles, unlockable characters, and side missions that enhance replay value. However, the short duration of levels and limitations on replaying certain story segments detract from the overall experience, leading to some frustration. While some players find the game infinitely replayable due to its expansive content and free-roam options, others feel it lacks the depth and variety seen in previous LEGO titles.
- “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
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The music in the game has received a mixed reception, with many praising the incorporation of iconic Star Wars soundtracks and voice acting that enhance the overall experience. However, some players noted issues with repetitive tracks and instances where music abruptly stops or overlaps, detracting from immersion. Overall, while the soundtrack is celebrated for its nostalgic value, there are calls for more 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 atmosphere, the music, and the planets were just great to discover and experience.”
- “The voice acting is near perfect, the gameplay is solid, and the soundtrack is a pure ear-gasm.”
- “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
119 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game elicits a mix of nostalgia and humor, with many players feeling a sense of childlike joy and connection to the Star Wars franchise. However, some reviews express disappointment over the game's tendency to undercut serious moments with humor, which detracts from the emotional weight of key scenes. Overall, while the game successfully captures a wholesome and fun experience, it struggles to balance emotional depth with its comedic elements.
- “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.”
- “But my god, as I stood on the cliff overlooking Beggar's Canyon, and watched pod racers fly through the sand, I actually got emotional, I won't lie.”
monetization
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The monetization strategy of the game has been widely criticized as a blatant cash grab, particularly regarding its DLC offerings, which many reviewers feel add little value and rely heavily on nostalgia. Players express frustration over the lack of meaningful content and the deceptive marketing surrounding character packs, while some commend the absence of microtransactions. Overall, the sentiment is that the game prioritizes profit over quality, leaving fans disappointed.
- “Back to game design, there are no microtransactions.”
- “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.”
- “A studio that used to produce enjoyable games has now become a soulless cash grab, and it seems they will continue down this path as long as they make money from bots leaving positive reviews with comments like 'it's Star Wars.'”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its meticulous crafting of environments that authentically capture the Star Wars universe, appealing particularly to fans of the franchise. While the visuals and sound design contribute positively, some reviewers note that the music and certain gameplay elements detract from the overall immersion. Overall, the game successfully evokes nostalgia and charm, though it may lack the depth of atmosphere found in earlier titles in the series.
- “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 a much better way 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
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Character development in the game is highlighted by impressive and playful character designs that stay true to the original Lego aesthetic, with many praising the interactions and humor present in the animations. While some players appreciate the improvements in combat mechanics and the overall design, others express disappointment over the lack of depth in character abilities and the need for more diverse character options. Overall, the character design is seen as a strong point, though opinions vary on its execution and depth.
- “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 to put in much more character design. The Emperor doesn't have lightning attacks... Boba Fett can only fly for under a second.”
- “The character design is endearing.”

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LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga is a action adventure game.

LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga is available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Steam Deck and others.

On average players spend around 39 hours playing LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga.

LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga was released on July 22, 2019.

LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga was developed by TT Games.

LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga has received positive reviews from players and positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its stability.

LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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