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Review of Lego Horizon Adventures on PS5

by Max Rathon Max Rathon photo Nov 2024
Cover image of Lego Horizon Adventures on PS5
Gamefings Score: 7.1
Platform: PS5 PS5 logo
Released: 14 Nov 2024
Genre: Action-Adventure
Developer: Guerrilla Games, Studio Gobo
Publisher: Sony Interactive Entertainment

Introduction

Lego Horizon Adventures brings a quirky twist to the beloved Horizon series, combining the majestic world of Aloy with the colorful charisma of Lego. But in a game about ancient machines made of bricks, the real question is: are we getting a glorious adventure or just a bunch of randomly assembled blocks thrown together? Let's dive in!

Gameplay

Jumping into Lego Horizon Adventures is like opening a box of mixed Lego bricks-it's messy, but you know there's potential for brilliance once you start building. This action-adventure hits you with the nostalgia of Lego, paired with an isometric perspective that's as convenient as it is fantastically playful. The gameplay revolves around familiar Horizon mechanics, like the weak point targeting system straight from previous installments, which now feels a little less deadly and a whole lot more playful. You can swing a Lego spear at a robotic dinosaur *without* wiping out your entire existence! Customization is the name of the game, where you get to jazz up Aloy and her surroundings to your heart's content. There's even a two-player cooperative mode that unlocks after you brave through the prologue-perfect for those who want to jump into Lego-fueled action and share the bricks of glory with a pal. The difficulty levels span from 'Awesomely Easy' to 'I Just Want to Build Things,' enabling players of all ages to tackle missions without significant roadblocks. If you've ever felt the urge to turn intense hunting into a family-friendly adventure, this game allows you to make that fantasy a reality. And with five different difficulty levels, finding the right challenge shouldn't take too long. Overall, the gameplay offers enough variation and charm to keep you engaged, but let's face it, the real fun lies in figuring out if you can actually build all this in real life with your existing Lego sets. (Spoiler: You probably can!)

Graphics

Visually, Lego Horizon Adventures is a masterpiece of colorful brick-based wonders. Developed using Unreal Engine 5, the graphics are stunning (for a game centered on plastic blocks) with ray tracing lighting, making it possibly one of the prettiest games focusing on tiny colored bricks. When you see the sunlight glint off a Lego Great Plains, it's hard not to smile. Yes, the environment feels alive, with Lego trees swaying and robotic Lego dinosaurs wandering around, giving everything a vibrancy that's hard to ignore. It's like the devs took *everything* you loved about Horizon's expansive landscapes, crunched it down to a Lego version, and sprinkled in some magic. The Lego minifigs move like they're in a stop-motion animation film, which undoubtedly adds a humorous touch to the otherwise serious undertones of its predecessor's narrative. However, *please* don't look for PlayStation 5 Pro Enhanced support-right now, that's as elusive as finding a single sock in the laundry. So while the graphics are a treat for the eyes, users owning the sweeter hardware are left just staring wistfully at other planets.

Conclusion

Summing up, Lego Horizon Adventures is an intriguing venture that manages to blend two unique realms-a franchise for the hardcore gamer and a playful child's playroom. Critics are mixed across the board, with some raving about its charming graphics and light-hearted fun, while others lament how it dances away from the original's heavy themes. Fret not; if you're looking for joyously positive vibes alongside jaw-dropping Lego-styled graphics, this is worth your time-just don't expect the same level of depth that previous Horizon titles promised. After all, it's Lego-we're here to build our own stories and adventures. So gather your friends, summon that inner child, and build, smash, and laugh your way through this colorful journey! If you've ever wanted to trot around a Lego-fied version of Horizon's world, now's your chance-build those experiences, one block at a time!

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