LEGO City: Undercover
Release Date: March 18, 2013
Action, TPP, sandbox, LEGO, humorous, Police, splitscreen, PS Plus Premium, PS Plus Extra, multiplayer, singleplayer
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Another installment in the popular series of third-person perspective action games that uses the license of the popular LEGO bricks franchise. This time, the title is available exclusively on Nintendo platforms. The game takes place in a modern metropolis and its main protagonist, Chase McCain, is an undercover cop. His task is to find, infiltrate, and stop criminal operations, which he does in-style, Hollywood style.
LEGO City: Undercover is an action-adventure game created by Traveller's Tales studio. The production debuted in 2013 on the Nintendo Wii U, and after a few years it was ported to other platforms.
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The main character of LEGO City: Undercover is Chase McCain, a police officer who returns to his hometown after a few years of absence. His main task is to apprehend his nemesis - a villain called Rex Fury. The hero starts working "undercover", infiltrating the mafia ranks from the inside. The plot is full of references to pop culture - a watchful eye will catch various references to Starsky and Hutch's adventures or Shawshank Redemption. The whole was enriched with a lot of specific humor , characteristic for Traveller's Tales productions.
Mechanics
LEGO City: Undercover, released on PC, PS4, etc., is an open world game inspired mainly by the Grand Theft Auto series. The titular city consists of twenty different districts, modeled on San Francisco and New York. We traverse this "sandbox" built out of bricks by driving various vehicles - cars, helicopters, boats, and even wheelchairs. However, the player can explore LEGO City on foot, using a simplified parkour system to jump over and bypass obstacles.
The game offers main and side missions. We take part in spectacular chases, police helicopter flights and other daring actions, taken directly from cult films from the eighties and nineties of the twentieth century. Because of Chase's profession, we often have to use a wide range of costumes unlocked during the game. Disguises grant the player special skills - for example, a miner's outfit allows us to break boulders with a pickax, and the criminal outfit provides the hero with the ability to open locks. Combat is another important element. McCain is skilled in melee combat - he can perform various attacks and counterattacks. There are also platforming elements - by completing them we can get collectibles scattered all over the city or gain access to secret locations. The game even has simple environmental puzzles.
Various activities reward us with studs and bricks - we can spend them on new vehicles or constructing special superstructures such as helicopter landings, hills, or sandcastles. These constructions are often required to push the plot forward. The whole is complemented by gadgets, such as an environment scanner highlighting interactive objects.
Technical aspects
LEGO City: Undercover offers decent 3D graphics. Noteworthy is the vivid palette of colors and refined environment created from the titular bricks - many of its elements are susceptible to destruction and disintegrate into pieces in a spectacular way. The Wii U edition designed makes use of the unique gamepad functionality - the controller equipped with an additional screen can serve as the aforementioned scanner, camera and a handy city map.
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LEGO City: Undercover Game Guide
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[1:09] LEGO City: Undercover launch trailer
[1:30] LEGO City: Undercover Hero
ZTGD: 8 / 10 by Ken McKown
LEGO City Undercover is a great game, and one many players likely missed on its first go-around. This is a prime example of a smart re-release. It also helps that each version is improved, and co-op is now an option. For anyone that missed this game on Wii U, there is no longer any excuse. Check out what I think is TT Games best effort in the LEGO genre.
Nintendo Life: 6 / 10 by Thomas Whitehead
Overall, LEGO City: Undercover doesn't quite stand up as well in its 2017 form as it did when it originally came to Wii U; series improvements have come in the years since that leave this one looking slightly dusty in comparison. There are also some technical issues that hold it back, with odd graphical blemishes - a pity as the updated engine is generally an improvement - along with performance issues in co-op and handheld mode.That said, played as a console game in single player, like its original, this still offers an easy-going and slightly anarchic fun time. The same crazy storylines, set pieces and scenarios are still here, as are the cheesy jokes riffing on famous movies. LEGO City: Undercover's case isn't quite as convincing as it was in 2013, but it still has plenty to offer.
Attack of the Fanboy: 4 / 5 by Dean James
LEGO City Undercover was already a great game when it released on Wii U four years ago and this new release takes that and tweaks it just a bit. The overall experience is a little smoother and the addition of co-op is a nice touch, and even though there's nothing substantially new here, those that missed out before will want to check out LEGO City Undercover this time around.
The main pros of the game
- Open World Exploration: Players appreciate the vast, vibrant LEGO city that offers a lot of side content and opportunities for exploration.
- Humor and Writing: The game is noted for its clever humor and engaging storyline, with many finding the character of Chase McCain to be entertaining and likable.
- Nostalgia Factor: Many players have fond memories associated with the game, making it a nostalgic experience, especially for those who played it in their childhood.
- Unique Gameplay: The game is often compared to a LEGO version of GTA, which appeals to players looking for a fun, casual take on the open-world genre.
- Variety of Missions: Players enjoy the diverse missions that feel fresh, funny, and engaging, adding to the overall enjoyment of the game.
The main cons of the game
- Length and Completion Time: Some players feel that the game can be completed too quickly, which may leave them wanting more content.
- Control Issues on PC: There are significant complaints about the controls on PC, with many stating that they are not as responsive or intuitive as those on consoles. Some players also experienced crashes and bugs.
- Bugs and Glitches: Several users reported encountering unfixable bugs that hindered their gameplay experience, such as progression-blocking glitches.
- Repetitive Gameplay: A few reviews mentioned that the gameplay can become monotonous over time, with some puzzles and missions feeling too simple or repetitive.
The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users
- Improved Soundtrack: Players noted the lack of a robust soundtrack or background music in the open world, which made the environment feel less lively compared to other games in the genre.
- Better PC Optimization: Many users expressed a desire for better optimization for the PC version, including mouse support and customizable controls.
- Localization Options: Some players mentioned the lack of language options, particularly for non-English speakers, which made it difficult for them to fully enjoy the game.
- Enhanced Character Customization: While some players enjoyed the character customization, others felt it could be expanded further to enhance gameplay depth.
Summary
- Overall, LEGO® City Undercover is well-received for its engaging open-world experience and nostalgic value, but it does have notable drawbacks, particularly in its PC performance and some gameplay mechanics.
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GAMERS Score
Average score from 763 votes. 103 players anticipated the game.
LEGO City: Undercover Summary
Platforms:
PC / Windows April 4, 2017
Switch April 4, 2017
PlayStation 4 April 4, 2017
Xbox One April 4, 2017
Nintendo Wii U March 18, 2013
Nintendo 3DS April 21, 2013
Developer: Traveller’s Tales / TT Games
Publisher: Warner Bros. Games
LEGO City: Undercover System Requirements
PC / Windows
Minimum: Intel Core i5 760 2.8 GHz/AMD Athlon X4 740 3.2 GHz, 4 GB RAM, graphic card 1 GB GeForce 560 Ti/Radeon HD 5850 or better, 18 GB HDD, Windows 7/8/8.1/10
Recommended: Intel Core i7-950 3.06 GHz/AMD FX-6100 3.3 GHz, 4 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 660/Radeon HD 7850 or better, 18 GB HDD, Windows 7/8/10 64-bit