The LEGO Movie 2 Videogame opens in the ruined wasteland of Apocalypseburg, following the events of the Duplo invasion. Emmet is still as cheerful and optimistic as ever, while Lucy and the rest of the group have become much tougher as they adapt to their new surroundings.
The opening section does a good job of introducing the core mechanics, including smashing objects to collect coloured bricks, using Lucy’s scanner binoculars to uncover useful objects, and accessing the Builder Page to construct tools needed to solve puzzles.
It is a familiar LEGO-style setup that mixes exploration, building, and light puzzle-solving while introducing players to the post-apocalyptic world and characters of The LEGO Movie 2.
Graphics 6.5
The LEGO Movie 2 Videogame has some genuinely beautiful moments, with colourful environments and detailed LEGO-inspired locations that can look great when everything is working properly.
Unfortunately, the presentation is hurt by too many technical problems. The draw distance can be inconsistent, causing objects and background elements to suddenly pop in and out of view. Frame rate drops can also appear during busier sections, making the experience feel less smooth than it should.
The camera creates additional frustration at times, especially during platforming, where it can feel sluggish or become stuck in awkward positions. Overall, there are some visually impressive areas, but the technical issues prevent the graphics from feeling as polished as they could have been.
Gameplay 7.1
The gameplay in The LEGO Movie 2 Videogame builds on the familiar LEGO formula while borrowing several ideas from LEGO Worlds. Players explore different worlds, smash objects, collect resources, build structures, and use those creations to open new paths and access additional areas.
Combat has also been refined compared to the first game, giving battles a slightly smoother feel while still remaining simple and accessible. The large selection of characters from both LEGO Movie films adds some variety, and switching between them helps keep exploration entertaining.
Building is one of the more important mechanics this time around, as different structures and tools are often required to solve puzzles or progress through the world. Overall, the gameplay is enjoyable and easy to pick up, but it does not feel as polished or inventive as some of the stronger LEGO games.
Audio 5.8
The audio in The LEGO Movie 2 Videogame fits the colourful and energetic style of the adventure quite well. The soundtrack mixes upbeat exploration music with more atmospheric, space-themed tracks that suit areas such as Apocalypseburg and the Systar System.
Voice clips and character performances also help connect the game to the movie, while the familiar LEGO sound effects give smashing, building, and collecting objects the satisfying feedback players expect from the series.
Unfortunately, there can be some technical audio issues, including cases where sound may cut out or fail to play properly. Overall, the music and sound design are enjoyable, but the occasional glitches keep the audio presentation from feeling completely polished.
Value 6.0
The value in The LEGO Movie 2 Videogame is fairly average. The main story can be completed in roughly five to six hours, which feels quite short for players who are primarily interested in progressing through the campaign.
Adding side activities and extra content can bring the total closer to eight to eleven hours, while players aiming for 100% completion may spend around 15 to 20 hours collecting everything and unlocking all achievements.
There is definitely more content available for completionists, but the short main campaign hurts the overall value. A longer story or more meaningful side content would have helped make the experience feel much more substantial.
Pros
- Colourful LEGO environments with some genuinely beautiful locations.
- Familiar and accessible LEGO gameplay that is easy to pick up.
- Building mechanics add variety to exploration and puzzle-solving.
- Large selection of characters from both LEGO Movie films.
- Refined combat feels smoother than the previous game.
- Soundtrack and voice work fit the style of the movies well.
- Plenty of collectibles and extra content for players aiming for 100% completion.
Cons
- Main story is too short at roughly five to six hours.
- Poor draw distance causes noticeable object and scenery pop-in.
- Frame rate can become unstable during busier sequences.
- Camera can feel sluggish and awkward during platforming.
- Occasional audio glitches hurt the overall presentation.
- Technical problems prevent the game from feeling properly polished.
- Side content adds playtime, but does not completely make up for the short campaign.
Verdict
The LEGO Movie 2 Videogame has some enjoyable ideas, especially with its building mechanics, large cast of characters, colourful worlds, and familiar LEGO-style exploration. There are plenty of fun moments throughout the adventure, and completionists can squeeze considerably more time out of the game through collectibles and additional content.
Unfortunately, the experience is held back by too many technical problems. Poor draw distance, frame rate fluctuations, awkward camera behaviour, and occasional audio issues make the game feel less polished than it should. The main story is also much too short at roughly five to six hours, and while the extra content helps, it does not completely make up for the limited campaign.
Overall, The LEGO Movie 2 Videogame is still a decent choice for LEGO fans, especially younger players or those who enjoy collecting everything, but it falls short of the stronger games in the series because of its short story and lack of technical polish.
6.3
DECENT