LEGO Marvel's Avengers
Release Date: January 26, 2016
Arcade, TPP, LEGO, comics, superheroes, movies, humorous, for 2 players, co-op, Marvel Comics, action adventure, splitscreen, PS Plus Premium, PS Plus Extra, multiplayer, singleplayer
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Another installment in a bestselling action-adventure game series based on the license of the LEGO bricks. This title is a result of cooperation between the developers from Traveller’s Tales and the Marvel company. Once again, players visit the amazing world of comic superheroes. The story is based on the Avengers film (2012) and its sequel Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015).
LEGO Marvel’s Avengers is the next installment in a long-standing action-adventure game series, featuring worlds created of LEGO bricks. Traveller’s Tales, the developers of most of the games in the franchise, once again joined forces with Marvel company to invite players into the universe of comic superheroes. The game is a direct sequel to LEGO Marvel Super Heroes, announced in early 2015. Just as its predecessor, the game launched on multiple platforms, including PC, PS4 and etc..
Story
Story-wise, LEGO Marvel’s Avengers is based on several live action films from the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Apart from the titular ones, namely Avengers (2012) and Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015), the game also includes plot threads from Thor: The Dark World (2013), Iron Man 3 (2013), Captain America: The First Avenger (2011), and Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014), focusing on their respective protagonists. The events of the game once again revolve around the mysterious artifacts called Infinity Gems, which serve as the linchpin to all Avengers stories.
Gameplay
In terms of gameplay, LEGO Marvel’s Avengers for PC, PS4 and etc. is not much different from the 2013 LEGO Marvel Super Heroes, which was a colorful, light-hearted 3D platformer with third-person perspective. Therefore, gameplay boils down to exploration of game levels, solving puzzles, gathering collectibles, and fighting with opponents. LEGO Marvel’s Avengers lets you play as one of the numerous Marvel superheroes featured in the company's comic books and films, including, but not limited to: Iron Man, Captain America, Hulk, Black Widow, Thor, Loki, and Hawkeye. Obviously, not all characters are available from the start, but you gradually unlock them as you make progress in the game.
Game modes
Just as in most of the recent LEGO video games, you can complete is solo; however, extra emphasis was put on cooperative gameplay. Here, two players assist each other in combat and when solving puzzles.
Technology
In terms of visuals, Lego Marvel’s Avengers follows its three-year-old predecessor, becoming more cinematic than any previous LEGO game. Thus, the locations themselves are not made of LEGO bricks, with exception of the heroes and a few, selected elements of environment. Of course Traveller’s Tales remembered about the unique sense of humor characteristic for the series, which is evident in numerous situational jokes.
Last updated on November 27, 2015
Last Update: February 19, 2016
LEGO Marvel's Avengers Game Guide & Walkthrough
This LEGO Marvel's Avengers guide contains a complete walkthrough for all missions available in the game. First chapters of the guide contain general information such as controls and advices that will help you find your place in the game world.
Videos and Screens
[1:35] LEGO Marvel's Avengers launch trailer (PL)
[1:34] LEGO Marvel's Avengers launch trailer
Post Arcade (National Post): 7.5 / 10 by Chad Sapieha
The latest Lego adventure lacks the freshness of Lego Dimensions, but still delivers plenty of laughs for fans of the blockbuster films
Shacknews: 8 / 10 by Daniel Perez
LEGO Marvel's Avengers is what I expected it to be. It combined TT Games' ability to translate a popular film franchise into a fun and family-friendly experience while also adding some new tricks, such as the stud multiplier and combo attacks. And even though I was quite familiar with the source material, I still couldn't help but to pay close attention to its story as it was delivered in such a unique and fun package.
Metro GameCentral: 5 / 10
Focusing on the movies rather than the comics has seen Marvel go from inspiring the best Lego game to one of the worst.
The main pros of the game
- Nostalgia and Enjoyment: Many users expressed that the game is enjoyable and evokes nostalgia, especially for fans of the LEGO and Marvel franchises.
- Character Variety: Users appreciate the wide range of characters available, which adds to the fun of gameplay.
- Fun Gameplay Elements: Levels and free mode are highlighted as particularly fun, with collecting character tokens being a favorite activity among players.
- Good Graphics and Audio: The game is generally described as having good graphics and audio quality.
- Replay Value: Some users noted that the game has charm and replay value similar to previous LEGO Marvel games.
The main cons of the game
- Frequent Crashes: A significant number of reviews mention that the game frequently crashes, particularly upon startup or when trying to access the menu.
- Technical Issues: Users report needing to perform manual fixes (like deleting files) every time they want to play, which is seen as frustrating and inconvenient.
- Dull Story and Gameplay: Some players feel the story is lackluster and that the gameplay is repetitive, with a sense of it being a "copy and paste" from the movies without much originality.
- Server Connection Problems: Issues with connecting to servers and black screens are noted, contributing to a poor overall experience for some players.
The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users
- More MCU Content: Players expressed a desire for additional content from the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), such as characters and storylines from newer films and series like Doctor Strange and Ms. Marvel.
- Improved Stability: Users want better stability and fewer bugs, as the current issues significantly detract from the gameplay experience.
- Customization Options: Some reviews hint at a lack of control customization, which could enhance the gameplay for users with different preferences.
Summary
- Overall, while LEGO® MARVEL's Avengers has its enjoyable moments and nostalgic appeal, the technical issues and lack of fresh content from the MCU seem to dampen the experience for many players.
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GAMERS Score
Average score from 651 votes. 254 players anticipated the game.
LEGO Marvel's Avengers Summary
Game Series: LEGO Marvel
Platforms:
PC / Windows
PlayStation 4
Xbox One
Nintendo Wii U
PlayStation Vita
Nintendo 3DS
PlayStation 3
Xbox 360
Developer: Traveller’s Tales / TT Games
Publisher: Warner Bros. Games
LEGO Marvel's Avengers System Requirements
PC / Windows
Minimum: Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 2.4 GHz/Phenom x4 9850 2.5 GHz, 4 GB RAM, graphic card 1 GB GeForce GT 430/Radeon HD 6850 or better, 14 GB HDD, WindowsXP/Vista/7/8/10
Recommended: Intel Core i5-4570 2.6 GHz, 4 GB RAM, graphic card 1 GB GeForce GTX 480/Radeon HD 5850 or better, 14 GB HDD, Windows XP/Vista/7/8/10
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DLC
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