What I don't get is why so many developers of these 3DS games wouldn't later update their games to take specific advantage of the expanded hardware in the New 3DS. It has more RAM, faster CPU, and a more powerful GPU as well as the 2 new shoulder buttons and the C-Stick. Even if games like Splinter Cell 3D weren't perfect, an update to take advantage of the New 3DS capabilities (buttons and the better processing power) would've GREATLY improved some early titles released for the system. Some 3DS games got updates, but I wish FAR more got them. The New 3DS is a much better version of the 3DS system overall and some updates for earlier titles could've greatly improved some of these experiences that may have had to make sacrifices in order to have a playable game. This LEGO game could have definitely gotten some help with the New 3DS I think.
While all this is true, this game is easily a massive improvement on the other 3ds Lego games we've been given. Lego marvel superheroes, for example, was trash on the 3ds.
Little No, I don't like that, however I do appriciate the game for what it is. If this was released on the Wii U, you would have two games that are *exactly the same* released in the span of one month. What, exactly, would the point of that be?
Little Yeah, that's why I like it, it's very innovative. True, it has it's problems, but it's so much better than some of the other lego games we've got for the 3ds (such as lego marvel superheroes, that was garbage).
Should have made a gta style (free roam) games with lego mechanics where you can build and do all the Lego things. Has the gta appeal, creativity with creation and customization and so much more. Game ideas are not difficult... this alone appeals to many gameplay styles. free roam sandbox in a gta feeling lego world bam profit.
I played this first and am currently playing LEGO city undercover now. I recommend playing it like i am because this is less powerful and the stuff on undercover take place directly after this.
AC3L was open world for Vita one of the best open world games. This is just sad imagine how good this could have been on the Vita. HD Lego open world games.
It was only much later that I realised the reason that the story in FF9 had to do with mist was so they could hide the poor draw distance and pop-in they had to deal with at the end of the PS1's life.
What do you guys think of my idea..... The game is called lego city undercover: elite force. The game will be on wii u and the 3ds. It will take place after the events of leg city undercover and it will have four different characters that can do different things. The game is single player but up to 3 other people can connect onto the wii u version of the came to be able to be played 4 player local or online. The wii u player won't be effected hardly when on multiplier however 3ds version may be due to the lack of power. But sadly if they did this the 3ds version wouldn't be as good as the wii u one though they would almost be identical besides from the graphics. The freeroam would return as its the most fun thing in my opinion. And since there is 4 different playable characters the story could be multiplayer as well. Please Respond I'd love to see your guys feed back and let's try to make this a real thing!
This would be an awesome game, though I think you should scrap the 3ds multiplayer and just have 3ds users able to play the Wii u version with their 3ds as a controller
So it sounds like it has the opposite problem of dragon quest 8 then for the 3ds I am considering buying this game but idk if I should take this review seriously or not lol
Why doesn't anyone review games for who they are meant for? Sorry older gamers (like me), but Lego games aren't intended for you/us. Would an 8 year old find it silly or enjoyable in a car trip? My 2 kids I would game with. Have never,ever said. "But dad, This draw distance is subpar, and the frame rate unacceptable. How is this world compared to other Lego games? Is it 2 player local and split screen? Are you distance tethered to the second player? Just a few questions a kid may want answered.
Why are people saying the 3ds isn't powerful enough for open world games? The PSP had two 3D gta games that came out just fine on its less powerful hardware. This is the first open world game on the console, give it a break.
If he had all these outfits in this game, It doesnt make sense why he doesnt have them later on, or it feels like he has never been in one of the outfits.
I have a question for anyone who would like to answer it...I've been looking online like youtube, amazon, and nintendo's eshop, and I see mixed reviews for this game...I would like to know, even though this video says for older gamers it might not be pleasing to us, how is the game for an adult to play? I'm asking because youtube says it is bad, while amazon and the eshop give it 4 and 5 stars, so asking from 1 adult to another how was it? Is it worth buying?
Nintendo isn't holding a big conference. They'll still be at E3 and even have conferences there(shareholders, journalists behind closed doors). They will be demoing games at E3 and having Nintendo Directs, just not the large stage E3 as they had always done.
I am enjoying playing through the chase begins, yes there are frame drops when driving but its not too bad, the rest of the experience at least for me is enjoyable so my purchase was worth it for me.
"Shut up trying to get thumbs up".. seems legit. Also, I just replied to the guy with my opinion, I didn't even think on the MEANINGLESS thumbs up. You are thinking more about it than I was.
Well the WiiU hasn't been out as long as the vita but i think at E3 Nintendo will announce some crazy games and boost up sales as well as development. Besides the vita is doing poorly, so is the WiiU but Nintendo seems to be good at getting back into the game, Sony with their handhelds dont seem to, i could be wrong. The wiiU has sold more copies than the vita which is a pity. I do like Sony, their handhelds do have potential but it doesnt seem to get people hyped. Maybe thats just me though??..
This game is asoulutely awesome! and I never will lisen to ign reviews ever again.they get paid for doing these awful reviews.A lot of people hate ign reviews. this was my favorite game on the 3ds. ps vita barely has any games and barely anyone I actually enjoy, see im a little big planet and ssbb fan but that's probable I the related games I like there. oh and on the 3ds version I liked the last world its jst like the wii u. on ps3 psn my name is mario123-_ my ps vita psn
ikr? Just because TT made a crappy 3DS game doesn't mean anything about the 3DS hardware. I'm sure Rockstar or Ubisoft could make a convincing open world game if they pushed the hardware.
Nintendo is showing up to e3, wiiU is selling more than vita, and vita has 1 maybe 2 games coming this year. And I'm pretty sure killzone mercenaries will be a subpar version of killzone on ps3 just like this game is to wiiU
Maybe. But lets keep in mind that the original PSP did and open world game (GTA). The 3DS has to be at least as powerful, and probably more powerful the that. Maybe it was just the game and not the hardware.
Why would you try to emulate an open world on tech that cant handle it, especially when there is already an open world game on it's bigger brother. 3DS would be much better suited to the regular segmented style of lego games, you could still have it set in the same universe.
They should make 2 separate games a only open world lego game then a lego game that has only story. Booom mind blown. (But if u buy one u get the other free)
This is actually very fun on a portable system. The Wii U verison was awesome, but I could have liked off tv play. This is a fun game to play while watching tv, or multi tasking. Graphics so far look very good... better than what he said, yes there is a lot of fog, but still, very fun game so far.
Why? So fans were even less likely to buy it?* *The preceding has been a "Bitter Mega Man fanboy" post. Views expressed may not be factually based, but instead convenient scapegoating just because someone is cranky that the Powered Up and Maverick Hunter re-releases each only got one installment on the PSP, and then nada.
you do realize nintendo (and most lego) games don't have any load times and the only other 3ds game that has loading is hyrule warriors legends and that's like 5 seconds at the most. also i can barely play disney infinity due to the countless long loading screens, then they load the area again in the toybox! i grew up with nintendo and nintendo never had loading screens
I love it i dont have a wiiu, so im getting my fix through the 3ds version. I think it looks nice it has a current gen sheen to it from the chracters and vehicles. Only lego game i bought release day. I play on my ps3 and 360, so it dont look so bad once u play in person. Feels good not to be a graphics feener.
At least it's better then the 3DS LEGO games we DO have. This one is OPEN WORLD. Very rare in the 3DS LEGO games.
rare in 3ds in general
Man, I loved the nintendo 3ds game. It really brings back memories. I don't know why so many people hate the game.
i would give it at least a 9.0 and STOP COMPARING TO WII U
I just got it today... personally I give it a 8.8 out of 10. I like it a lot!
He Says Until he Gets To Level 4.....
1:33 If anything is just struggling to exist, it's you IGN
This is the game that singlehandedly got me into gaming
Terrible review!!! Why compare it to a different game on a different system... how unprofessional.
This was my favorite game as a kid
same bro same
What I don't get is why so many developers of these 3DS games wouldn't later update their games to take specific advantage of the expanded hardware in the New 3DS. It has more RAM, faster CPU, and a more powerful GPU as well as the 2 new shoulder buttons and the C-Stick. Even if games like Splinter Cell 3D weren't perfect, an update to take advantage of the New 3DS capabilities (buttons and the better processing power) would've GREATLY improved some early titles released for the system.
Some 3DS games got updates, but I wish FAR more got them. The New 3DS is a much better version of the 3DS system overall and some updates for earlier titles could've greatly improved some of these experiences that may have had to make sacrifices in order to have a playable game. This LEGO game could have definitely gotten some help with the New 3DS I think.
How about New 3DS?
This game is GREAT.
8.5/10
And you can't comparing 3DS and WII U game!
I'm currently playing through Lego City for Wiiu and I noticed this game is on sale this week for 20 bucks. For 20 bucks, would this game be worth it?
While all this is true, this game is easily a massive improvement on the other 3ds Lego games we've been given. Lego marvel superheroes, for example, was trash on the 3ds.
I think that this game should of been on the Wii U like Lego City Undercover.
That's pretty stupid
Colonel Crow Oh, really? So you like the fact that the 3DS version is laggy and got hardly anything to do in the Hub?
Little No, I don't like that, however I do appriciate the game for what it is. If this was released on the Wii U, you would have two games that are *exactly the same* released in the span of one month. What, exactly, would the point of that be?
Colonel Crow Eh, true. I guess I do like that this is the first LEGO game on 3DS to be open world...
Little Yeah, that's why I like it, it's very innovative. True, it has it's problems, but it's so much better than some of the other lego games we've got for the 3ds (such as lego marvel superheroes, that was garbage).
Wow! Lots of jokes! Lots of fun! Lots of lego! And open world! Best game ever! And is on 3ds!
Never heard of this game before, by the way what is a begines?
I have both vita and 3ds , ps vita beats the 3ds for hardware and 3ds beats ps vita on software
Should have made a gta style (free roam) games with lego mechanics where you can build and do all the Lego things. Has the gta appeal, creativity with creation and customization and so much more. Game ideas are not difficult... this alone appeals to many gameplay styles. free roam sandbox in a gta feeling lego world bam profit.
I bought this for $10 at my local Wal*Mart and having a blast... sort of, Soul hackers is what i'm playing more at the moment.
As a kid this game felt like it had super high grahpics lmao
I played this first and am currently playing LEGO city undercover now. I recommend playing it like i am because this is less powerful and the stuff on undercover take place directly after this.
I remember when open-world fog was actually endearing...
dont treat this game so harshly. its good for handheld
Title typo?
There's a pig driving a tractor? YES!
AC3L was open world for Vita one of the best open world games. This is just sad imagine how good this could have been on the Vita. HD Lego open world games.
My childhood
It was only much later that I realised the reason that the story in FF9 had to do with mist was so they could hide the poor draw distance and pop-in they had to deal with at the end of the PS1's life.
Console 9 1/2 /10
Handheld 8/10
What do you guys think of my idea..... The game is called lego city undercover: elite force. The game will be on wii u and the 3ds. It will take place after the events of leg city undercover and it will have four different characters that can do different things. The game is single player but up to 3 other people can connect onto the wii u version of the came to be able to be played 4 player local or online. The wii u player won't be effected hardly when on multiplier however 3ds version may be due to the lack of power. But sadly if they did this the 3ds version wouldn't be as good as the wii u one though they would almost be identical besides from the graphics. The freeroam would return as its the most fun thing in my opinion. And since there is 4 different playable characters the story could be multiplayer as well. Please Respond I'd love to see your guys feed back and let's try to make this a real thing!
I forgot to say that 3ds players can connect to wii u and all play
This would be an awesome game, though I think you should scrap the 3ds multiplayer and just have 3ds users able to play the Wii u version with their 3ds as a controller
Um , I don't know if I'm the only one who noticed this. Nintendo secretly put a pun. The "Chase" begins. Nintendo, you clever fucks.
should i get it if im a kid
So it sounds like it has the opposite problem of dragon quest 8 then for the 3ds I am considering buying this game but idk if I should take this review seriously or not lol
Why doesn't anyone review games for who they are meant for? Sorry older gamers (like me), but Lego games aren't intended for you/us. Would an 8 year old find it silly or enjoyable in a car trip?
My 2 kids I would game with. Have never,ever said. "But dad, This draw distance is subpar, and the frame rate unacceptable.
How is this world compared to other Lego games? Is it 2 player local and split screen? Are you distance tethered to the second player?
Just a few questions a kid may want answered.
Minecraft has fog if you set your render distance low
and what does minecraft have to do with anything
Why are people saying the 3ds isn't powerful enough for open world games? The PSP had two 3D gta games that came out just fine on its less powerful hardware. This is the first open world game on the console, give it a break.
Is it basicly chase catching Rex for the first time?
I played the 3ds version, before ever playing the console version, and I loved it at the time. But I don’t see myself going back to it
If he had all these outfits in this game, It doesnt make sense why he doesnt have them later on, or it feels like he has never been in one of the outfits.
Ya sorry, what i meant to say is during that period of time they will announce crazy games all through their Nintendo direct.
I have a question for anyone who would like to answer it...I've been looking online like youtube, amazon, and nintendo's eshop, and I see mixed reviews for this game...I would like to know, even though this video says for older gamers it might not be pleasing to us, how is the game for an adult to play? I'm asking because youtube says it is bad, while amazon and the eshop give it 4 and 5 stars, so asking from 1 adult to another how was it? Is it worth buying?
Nintendo isn't holding a big conference. They'll still be at E3 and even have conferences there(shareholders, journalists behind closed doors).
They will be demoing games at E3 and having Nintendo Directs, just not the large stage E3 as they had always done.
I am enjoying playing through the chase begins, yes there are frame drops when driving but its not too bad, the rest of the experience at least for me is enjoyable so my purchase was worth it for me.
Wouldn't this have been a better game as a download only piece of software on Wii U.
IGN really needs to hire a grammar specialist
Way to go IGN, you misspelled "begins". I'm surprised you were able to spell LEGO right.
The PS Vita would have been a better platform for this game. The devs wouldn't have to worry about technical limitations that way.
"Shut up trying to get thumbs up".. seems legit.
Also, I just replied to the guy with my opinion, I didn't even think on the MEANINGLESS thumbs up. You are thinking more about it than I was.
Well the WiiU hasn't been out as long as the vita but i think at E3 Nintendo will announce some crazy games and boost up sales as well as development. Besides the vita is doing poorly, so is the WiiU but Nintendo seems to be good at getting back into the game, Sony with their handhelds dont seem to, i could be wrong. The wiiU has sold more copies than the vita which is a pity. I do like Sony, their handhelds do have potential but it doesnt seem to get people hyped. Maybe thats just me though??..
After all it's playable.
The new 3ds loads faster i preasume.
Weird, they fit Ocarina of Time and Monster Hunter on 3DS, guess Lego City is pretty enormous on Wii U.
This game is asoulutely awesome! and I never will lisen to ign reviews ever again.they get paid for doing these awful reviews.A lot of people hate ign reviews. this was my favorite game on the 3ds. ps vita barely has any games and barely anyone I actually enjoy, see im a little big planet and ssbb fan but that's probable I the related games I like there. oh and on the 3ds version I liked the last world its jst like the wii u. on ps3 psn my name is mario123-_ my ps vita psn
So the game is not a prequel?
Their hardware is solid. It's what the developers decide to do with it that counts.
that's the biggest fake fly on an icon i've seen and I still thought it was real
So... it's not great since it's only on the 3DS and not on the Vita?
Woah, its looks like Silent Hill except in Silent Hill it made sense and it was the ps1 era...
ikr? Just because TT made a crappy 3DS game doesn't mean anything about the 3DS hardware. I'm sure Rockstar or Ubisoft could make a convincing open world game if they pushed the hardware.
Nintendo is showing up to e3, wiiU is selling more than vita, and vita has 1 maybe 2 games coming this year. And I'm pretty sure killzone mercenaries will be a subpar version of killzone on ps3 just like this game is to wiiU
Maybe. But lets keep in mind that the original PSP did and open world game (GTA). The 3DS has to be at least as powerful, and probably more powerful the that. Maybe it was just the game and not the hardware.
No it means the 3ds has a small draw distance for this game, meaning it can only load a small part of the game.
Nintendo thinks the 3ds has the vita hardware to think this game would run well on it.
There was no mention of story... And don't compare to Wii U version. Still having Wii U version first don't help I guess.
3DS has been out longer and the DS had a small line up when it launched too. Just give the vita a chance.
It's like the 3DS is a PS3 and a Vita is a PC. Always having to be held back.
I don't get how was the psp able to pull off amazing open world games, and the 3ds is supposedly as powerful as a GameCube
OMG Game of the year!!
Nintendo Wii U, 2012 3.45 million.
Sony PlayStation Vita, 2011, 2.2 million. yeah your only a MILLION consoles off
I'm not a fan of the Vita at all, but I think this game could've greatly benefited from the extra power of its hardware.
Why would you try to emulate an open world on tech that cant handle it, especially when there is already an open world game on it's bigger brother. 3DS would be much better suited to the regular segmented style of lego games, you could still have it set in the same universe.
They should make 2 separate games a only open world lego game then a lego game that has only story. Booom mind blown. (But if u buy one u get the other free)
they shouldve done lego city for all platforms
I was young when i played lego city undercover 3ds so i really liked it.
they should stop giving it their own scores and see what other people think of it instead of stoping people from getting games they like
This is actually very fun on a portable system. The Wii U verison was awesome, but I could have liked off tv play. This is a fun game to play while watching tv, or multi tasking. Graphics so far look very good... better than what he said, yes there is a lot of fog, but still, very fun game so far.
Thanks IGN I'll be sure to just rent this version.
Looks good for 3ds but it would be 3 X better on psvita with better graphic and good controller
U cant freefly Jetpacks my son is bummed out.
It's also a 'kids' game. It's better suited to the 3DS.
GTA is something more suited to that device.
Why? So fans were even less likely to buy it?*
*The preceding has been a "Bitter Mega Man fanboy" post. Views expressed may not be factually based, but instead convenient scapegoating just because someone is cranky that the Powered Up and Maverick Hunter re-releases each only got one installment on the PSP, and then nada.
I think I should've waited for the reviews to come out but no I bought it straight away, oh well!
The Vita could pull off even more than this. It has higher capabilities than the 3DS.
And they should've made this on vita it could handle a open world game I mean you've seen ac3 on vita it was awesome
Dude everyone is perfect like you.
*Begins, capital letter and full stop.
I like this game on the Wii U but I think it still looks cool in the 3DS
I am trying to look for a big spider one :D
I wonder how long your OCD compelled you to keep going over that sentence to make sure you didn't get it wrong.
only 40-60 second load times? that's not so bad, nit-picking at it's finest everybody!
you do realize nintendo (and most lego) games don't have any load times and the only other 3ds game that has loading is hyrule warriors legends and that's like 5 seconds at the most. also i can barely play disney infinity due to the countless long loading screens, then they load the area again in the toybox! i grew up with nintendo and nintendo never had loading screens
I'll still pick this up enjoyed the Wii U version
The chase begines?
Well the 3DS has been out longer than the vita, just wait bro. Vita is selling more units than the wii-u.
To be honest I actually like the Wii U version better...
Took about 10 minutes, got to make things perfect.
For anyone saying this shouldbe on Vita, NO! They would mess it up and would make it just like the 3DS version.
Triforce 3ds is pretty cool.
they also think that 3rd halfs are halfs
I love it i dont have a wiiu, so im getting my fix through the 3ds version. I think it looks nice it has a current gen sheen to it from the chracters and vehicles. Only lego game i bought release day. I play on my ps3 and 360, so it dont look so bad once u play in person. Feels good not to be a graphics feener.
First secretes, now begines? Is the IGN team drunk while uploading this?
im sorry id means "i dont" i should have written it in uppercase ..