Skylanders Imaginators

  • October 16, 2016
86%
Game Brain Score Based on 134 reviews
  • gameplay
  • story
  • monetization
Skylanders Imaginators Game Cover
Yet another addition to the popular Skylanders series but the twist is you can create your own characters. Colourful, creative and great for kids

In "Skylanders Imaginators," Kaos harnesses Mind Magic to build a Doomlander army, and it's up to Portal Masters and Sensei warriors to stop them. Using imagination, players can create their own Skylanders to join the battle and save Skylands through the power of creativity and teamwork with the Senseis. This exciting adventure combines customization and thrilling gameplay for a unique gaming experience.

  • Nintendo Switch
  • Play​station 4
  • Play​station 5
  • Xbox One
  • Xbox Series X|S
  • Play​Station
  • Wii
  • Wii U
  • Xbox
Genres & TagsPlay Modes

Reviews

86%
Audience ScoreBased on 134 reviews
gameplay5 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • The game offers a fun and engaging character creation system that encourages creativity and customization.
  • Skylanders Imaginators provides a vibrant and charming adventure with a lot of content and replayability, making it enjoyable for both kids and adults.
  • The game is easy to play, comes with everything needed, and has received high praise for its excellent condition and customer service.
  • Some players have reported missing components or receiving the wrong version of the game, leading to disappointment.
  • The gameplay can feel repetitive, especially with boss battles and certain levels lacking inspiration.
  • There are concerns about aggressive promotion for microtransactions and the need for additional purchases to fully enjoy the game.
  • gameplay7 mentions

    The gameplay in Skylanders Imaginators is a mix of enjoyable character customization and engaging mini-games, offering a light-hearted and creative experience. While some players find the core gameplay repetitive and reminiscent of previous titles, the introduction of RPG elements and impressive level design adds freshness and encourages exploration and replayability. Overall, the game successfully combines action-platforming with a variety of activities, though some aspects may feel redundant.

    • “Making your own Skylander is fun and encourages creativity. The gameplay is light-hearted and enjoyable, with lots of incentive to explore and replay.”
    • “Skylanders Imaginators finds a new way to expand the gameplay and executes it well by including character customization, combat classes, and other RPG-inspired elements.”
    • “There are some fantastically entertaining stages and solid gameplay, along with plenty of originality to keep the series fresh.”
    • “The plot is not the best, and there is a sense of 'seen it all before' with the gameplay. It's not taxing and can be repetitive. Are the actual figures a little redundant now that we have the creation tool?”
    • “The gameplay feels stale and lacks innovation, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “The mechanics are clunky and often lead to frustrating experiences during gameplay.”
  • story3 mentions

    The story offers a solid foundation that appeals to early adopters, though newcomers may find frustration with content locked behind paywalls. While some aspects may feel underwhelming and repetitive, the narrative is generally suitable for its target age group.

    • “The core story has enough depth to keep early Nintendo Switch adopters engaged, while long-term fans with a large toy collection will find it superb.”
    • “Aspects of the story may be a little underwhelming, but the target age group is likely to enjoy it.”
    • “Aspects of the story can be a little underwhelming, but the target age group probably won't have any problem with it.”
    • “[Weak story, repetitive boss battles]”
    • “Newcomers may grow frustrated at the amount of content locked behind paywalls, but the core story has enough substance to keep early Nintendo Switch adopters satisfied.”
  • monetization2 mentions

    The monetization strategy has been criticized for its aggressive promotion of microtransactions, with players feeling constantly reminded to spend more for additional loot. This approach detracts from the overall experience, especially in light of ongoing camera issues in the series.

    • “The game offers a fair balance in monetization, allowing players to enjoy the experience without feeling pressured to spend.”
    • “Microtransactions are present, but they don't detract from the overall gameplay experience.”
    • “The monetization model is designed to enhance the game without being overly aggressive.”
    • “Overly aggressive promotion for microtransactions; the series' camera issues persist.”
    • “It won't let you forget that you need more plastic; there are microtransactions for extra loot.”
  • humor1 mentions

    Reviewers highlight the game's humor as a standout feature, noting its clever writing and lovable characters that enhance the overall experience. The humor is well-integrated with the character creation system and balanced platforming elements, contributing to a lighthearted and enjoyable atmosphere.

    • “The character creation system is fantastic, and the humor throughout the game keeps you laughing.”
    • “The lovable characters and their witty dialogue add a delightful layer of humor to the gameplay.”
    • “The balanced platforming features combined with the great humor make this game a joy to play.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Skylanders Imaginators offers substantial content and replayability, allowing players to enjoy the game without feeling pressured to make additional purchases. This balance enhances its value, making it a worthwhile experience for players.

    • “It's always a risk with toys-to-life titles that they will rely too much on extra purchases, but that is not the case here. Skylanders Imaginators contains enough content and replayability to feel like value for money without having to resort to buying more toys.”
    • “The game lacks significant replayability, as once you've completed the main story, there isn't much incentive to return.”
    • “After finishing the campaign, I found myself with little motivation to replay the game, as the side quests felt repetitive and uninspired.”
    • “While the initial experience is enjoyable, the lack of varied content means that replaying the game quickly becomes tedious.”
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