LEGO Worlds

76%
Game Brain Score Based on 7,411 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • graphics
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Lego Worlds is what I have always wanted from a Lego title. It's allowed my son and I to create builds we couldn't ever envision in the real world, let alone afford to buy all the bricks for!
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LEGO Worlds is a creative, open-environment game made entirely of LEGO bricks. Explore procedurally-generated worlds, create your own landscapes and structures, and populate them with LEGO models. Discover treasures, interact with characters and creatures, and unleash your imagination with this immersive and dynamic play experience. In LEGO Worlds, you can build anything you can imagine.

  • Nintendo Switch
  • PC
  • Phone
  • Play​station 4
  • Play​station 5
  • Windows
  • Xbox One
  • Xbox Series X|S
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  • Tablet
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Reviews

76%
Audience ScoreBased on 7,411 reviews
gameplay92 positive mentions
story84 negative mentions
  • The game allows for endless creativity and exploration, making it a great sandbox experience.
  • Visually stunning with a charming LEGO aesthetic, capturing the essence of building with LEGO bricks.
  • Fun to play with friends and family, especially in split-screen mode.
  • The controls are clunky and unintuitive, making building and navigation frustrating.
  • Adventure mode is repetitive and lacks engaging content, often feeling like a grind.
  • The game has numerous bugs and performance issues, leading to crashes and a lack of polish.
  • story634 mentions

    The story aspect of "Lego Worlds" has received mixed reviews, with many players noting a significant lack of a cohesive narrative. While some appreciate the sandbox nature and the freedom to create, others criticize the game for its repetitive fetch quests and minimal storytelling, which detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the game is seen as more focused on exploration and building rather than delivering a compelling story, leaving many players wishing for a more structured narrative akin to other Lego titles.

    • “The game is amazing, it's like this is your own story!”
    • “The quests have descriptions/what to do, and rewards.”
    • “The different biomes are much more fleshed out with a greater variety of characters and animals and models, and the quests aren't boring at all.”
    • “The whole game does not really have a story; you run around to do quests and receive bricks for that.”
    • “There is almost no story, and the tasks are simple: only find, bring, and build or destroy.”
    • “The game is just very boring; the quests feel very tedious and repetitive (even when you are completing your first one) and are basically just fetch quests.”
  • gameplay455 mentions

    The gameplay of LEGO Worlds has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its open-ended sandbox mechanics that encourage creativity and exploration. However, criticisms focus on the repetitive nature of quests, clunky controls, and a lack of depth in gameplay, leading to a sense of boredom after initial excitement. While the building mechanics offer potential for intricate designs, they are often described as cumbersome, and the absence of survival elements or a compelling progression system detracts from the overall experience.

    • “One of the standout features of Lego Worlds is its open-ended gameplay that encourages creativity and exploration.”
    • “Its open-ended gameplay, vast exploration, and intuitive building tools provide endless possibilities for players to unleash their creativity and embark on imaginative adventures.”
    • “The gameplay is exciting and fun, with lots to do, lots to build, discover, and more.”
    • “You can't turn off the narrator, you can't skip any of the redundant tutorials, and the gameplay and quests are just lazy and pointless; it just sucks.”
    • “There is little to no 'game' after the first 10 minutes of play; you're sent into the main gameplay loop, which is to create new worlds to complete random fetch quests.”
    • “The gameplay lacks a certain depth and cohesion that I've come to expect from other sandbox titles.”
  • graphics388 mentions

    The graphics in the game have received a mixed reception, with many praising the vibrant and colorful visuals that effectively capture the charm of LEGO bricks. While some players find the graphics impressive for a LEGO game, others report performance issues, including lag and crashes, particularly on lower-end systems. Overall, the aesthetic is generally well-regarded, but optimization remains a concern for many users.

    • “The game's vibrant and colorful visuals capture the essence of LEGO bricks, evoking a sense of nostalgia for both young and old players.”
    • “The graphics are amazing and can lag up at some times when rendering the map, but other than that, it's perfect.”
    • “The graphics are fantastic; they have the same plasticky feel as they do in real life, only less expensive.”
    • “But it has an issue where changing the graphical settings breaks the game sometimes; it is unoptimized and the game sometimes doesn't load a world after you make it, causing you to alt + F4, which corrupts the files and causes crashes all over.”
    • “The graphics, mouse controls, camera controls, and other control options are abysmal; worse than abysmal, they make the game practically unplayable.”
    • “The graphics engine is now broken; whenever I load in a block, it goes really weird and black... never did that before.”
  • stability241 mentions

    The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent crashes, glitches, and bugs that significantly hinder gameplay. Many players describe it as "buggy as hell," with issues persisting even years after launch, making it frustrating and often unplayable. While some acknowledge the game's potential and fun elements, the overwhelming consensus is that its stability issues detract from the overall experience.

    • “The game runs great, had no problems so far!”
    • “I have yet to find anything hugely wrong with the game; it runs great, looks great, and is a different experience every time you play.”
    • “Runs great, no lag of any kind; everything works how I think it is supposed to, and everything was beautifully made.”
    • “The game is a crashy, buggy mess.”
    • “It's fun and a dream game, but extremely buggy.”
    • “This game is full of glitches; sometimes it just freezes, and sometimes it just puts the player running forward. I just want to refund this.”
  • optimization194 mentions

    The game's optimization has received significant criticism, with many users reporting severe performance issues, crashes, and bugs across various hardware setups, including high-end systems. While some players noted improvements in later updates, the overall sentiment indicates that the game remains poorly optimized, particularly for lower-end machines, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences. Despite occasional smooth performance, the consensus is that substantial optimization work is still needed to enhance stability and performance.

    • “Fast forward exactly 2 years until now - the game gets nicely optimized, works much more smoothly, there's a proper intro, an adventure mode got added; generally it looks and works way better than before and I'm hyped about the adventure mode.”
    • “With the new 1.06 GB update, I believe it's time to change my review, I'm so happy the devs have finally optimized the game for lower spec PCs, the game now runs at a very smooth pace, I can now exit and enter different planets without any freezing, thank you so much devs for listening to the community.”
    • “Wonderfully optimized for an alpha release, plenty to do and see.”
    • “With the amount of crashes, soft-lock bugs from being interrupted during animations, sloppy combat, clunky controls, poor performance, and needless filler to draw out the game, I would say not to waste your money on this.”
    • “But it has an issue where changing the graphical settings breaks the game sometimes; it is unoptimized and the game sometimes doesn't load a world after you make it, causing you to alt + F4, which corrupts the files and causes crashes all over.”
    • “The game is a directionless mess with massive performance issues.”
  • grinding108 mentions

    The reviews indicate that grinding in the game is often viewed as tedious and repetitive, with many players expressing frustration over the time-consuming nature of tasks like collecting gold bricks and building structures brick-by-brick. While some players find enjoyment in the exploration and progression aspects, the overall sentiment leans towards grinding being a significant drawback, detracting from the fun and creativity that the game aims to offer.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The collecting aspect isn't grindy at all and it doesn't make the game boring.”
    • “So much so, that to make a simple row of bricks becomes a tedious half-hour affair when in real life the same thing could be done in 30 seconds.”
    • “The game forces you to start with very small and limited maps, spending hours grinding for random events to get more gold bricks to unlock the next feature of the game.”
    • “Building anything brick-by-brick is ten thousand times more tedious than it should be.”
  • humor92 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players enjoying the quirky animations, funny character interactions, and the narrator's comedic lines. Many reviews highlight the classic LEGO-style humor, including amusing moments during gameplay and the absurdity of certain actions, such as using a bazooka on animals. However, some players feel that the humor can be inconsistent, with a few noting that the game lacks the depth of hidden comedic elements found in previous LEGO titles.

    • “Character and creature animations are very funny to see (typical LEGO video games humor).”
    • “It's funny, it's entertaining, and above all, it's addictive!”
    • “My wife was sat beside me as I played and we were both thoroughly amused by the animation and humor in the game; it is very charming and adorable.”
    • “It's not funny for me.”
    • “Please don't tease my spelling; it's not funny.”
  • music88 mentions

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the upbeat and immersive soundtrack that enhances the overall experience, particularly during exploration and building. However, some users criticize the main theme as annoying and note issues with volume control, suggesting that the music can be overly loud or repetitive. Overall, while the soundtrack has improved and fits various in-game moments, it lacks variety and can become stale over time.

    • “The upbeat soundtrack sets the tone for adventure and discovery, while the sound effects, such as the clinking of LEGO bricks and the playful character voices, add charm and immersion to the gameplay experience.”
    • “The music has improved; from the early access, all I heard was one piece of music looping over and over, which was pretty annoying, but when I went to a desert biome, I heard pretty cutesy music, and when I went to a spooky land, I heard music that felt pretty spooky.”
    • “The soundtrack is suitably adventurous, with the sound assets changing to suit the various biomes.”
    • “The theme music is annoying and the rest seems to be okay.”
    • “The music is blaring and the 'narrator' voice volume is also quite high.”
    • “The music is also fairly off-putting; it doesn’t fit the LEGO universe at all. I felt like I was marching into battle at times; it is very regimental and just not right for this type of game.”
  • emotional24 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game resonates strongly with players, evoking nostalgia and a sense of childhood joy reminiscent of playing with LEGO. Many users express a deep emotional attachment, recalling their fond memories of LEGO from their youth, while also highlighting the game's potential for creative expression and imaginative play. However, some players also voice frustration over technical issues that detract from their overall experience, contrasting the game's wholesome appeal with moments of disappointment.

    • “Made me feel like a six-year-old on Christmas (again).”
    • “This is a really fun game; it made me feel like a kid again.”
    • “Having played so many different LEGO games growing up, none of them made me feel like I was really playing with LEGOs as this does.”
  • replayability18 mentions

    The game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the infinite potential due to randomized worlds and collectibles, others find it lacking due to limited content and frustrating building mechanics. Many suggest that improvements in customization and additional content could enhance replay value, with some players feeling that the current experience may not sustain long-term engagement. Overall, opinions range from high replayability potential to significant limitations that hinder enjoyment.

    • “As you progress through the game, you can also find additional rewards and collectibles which increase the game’s replayability.”
    • “However, there is massive replayability due to randomized worlds; builds can be cool, and the collectathon aspect is fun.”
    • “Adding more content (more biomes/items/characters) will really give players a lot of replay value.”
    • “Where you do this again, and again, and again, and again... for me that's not enough replay value.”
    • “I'm a master builder, and the building side of the game is so crappy that I think the game has lost any replay value because you just can't get creative due to the extreme difficulty of block placement versus camera control.”
    • “Game is good, but it lacks in content, customization, and replayability.”
  • monetization18 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game has been widely criticized, with many users labeling it a "low-effort cash grab" that fails to deliver on promised content and features. Concerns about misleading advertising and the potential introduction of microtransactions further exacerbate dissatisfaction, leading players to recommend avoiding the game altogether. While some hope for minimal in-game purchases, the overall sentiment is one of frustration over the game's monetization strategy.

    • “No in-game purchases (hopefully it will stay that way).”
    • “Something I am nervous about is if there will be microtransactions.”
    • “Keeping add-ons big and microtransactions at a minimum.”
    • “This game has gotten no updates and was clearly always meant to be a low-effort cash grab.”
    • “Avoid this broken cash grab!”
    • “They may add some kind of story to it at launch, but that doesn't change the fact that there is no objective or reason for Lego Worlds other than a cash grab.”
  • atmosphere13 mentions

    The atmosphere in Lego Worlds is highly praised for its attention to detail, vibrant visuals, and whimsical audio design, creating a nostalgic yet captivating experience for players. Reviewers note the game's unique and surreal ambiance, enhanced by lively creatures and a strong sense of exploration, which effectively captures the essence of classic Lego sets. Overall, the atmosphere is described as beautifully immersive, making it a standout feature of the game.

    • “The attention to detail in the LEGO brick models, the smooth animations, and the lively atmosphere enhance the overall visual appeal, evoking a sense of nostalgia for LEGO enthusiasts and captivating newcomers to the LEGO universe alike.”
    • “The audio design of LEGO Worlds complements the whimsical atmosphere of the game.”
    • “This game has a beautiful atmosphere and I would recommend throwing your money at this game.”
    • “Or was it 'essential' just because other Lego games are also based on that same ridiculous destroy-for-coins feature that totally ruins the atmosphere of those other games as well?”
    • “The atmosphere's surreal.”
    • “Lego Worlds has a subtly strange atmosphere about it, which I really like.”
  • character development4 mentions

    While the game features visually appealing environments and charming character designs, players express disappointment in the lack of character development and limited customization options, suggesting a need for more player freedom in character and world design.

    • “The colorful and vibrant environments, coupled with the charming character designs, create a visually appealing and immersive experience.”
    • “There is no character development of any kind, and customization is limited.”
    • “The only thing I would recommend is more player options with world design, character design, and player freedom.”
    • “Everything from the character designer, items, and building seems very akin to Roblox, yet much more refined.”
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Critic Reviews

65% average critic score

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Play time

7hMedian play time
43hAverage play time
2-13hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 29 analyzed playthroughs

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