LEGO® Star Wars™ - The Complete Saga
" Nostalgic adventure with charming LEGO Star Wars gameplay and smooth 60 FPS but repetitive grind "
LEGO® Star Wars™ - The Complete Saga Review
LEGO® Star Wars™: The Complete Saga is widely celebrated as a nostalgic classic that successfully combines the iconic Star Wars universe with the charming, humorous LEGO style. Covering all six original Star Wars films, the game offers accessible and addictive gameplay that appeals to all ages. Players enjoy co-op multiplayer, a large roster of characters, and a variety of levels and modes, including challenge and bounty hunter missions, which add replay value. The game runs smoothly on modern systems with improved graphics and stable 60 FPS performance compared to its original console releases.
However, some players note that the vehicle levels can be frustrating, and the camera controls sometimes feel clunky. The 100% completion grind is considered tedious by many, requiring multiple playthroughs of levels. Despite minor bugs and dated mechanics, the game remains a beloved experience, often regarded as superior to newer LEGO Star Wars titles, especially for fans of the original trilogy.
Highlights
Players praise the game's nostalgic appeal, smooth 60 FPS performance, and faithful adaptation of the Star Wars saga through LEGO humor. The co-op multiplayer mode is highly enjoyable, making it great for friends and families. The varied character roster and content-rich levels spanning all six episodes provide extensive gameplay. The simple, accessible mechanics and the fun of completing levels in Freeplay mode are often highlighted. Overall, the game’s charm and consistent quality make it a standout in the LEGO franchise.
Criticisms
Common criticisms include the tediousness of achieving 100% completion, requiring multiple playthroughs of all levels and additional challenge modes. Some players find the vehicle levels frustrating and the camera controls clunky or awkward. A few mention minor bugs and occasional unresponsive controls. The simplicity of puzzles and combat, while suitable for younger players, may feel shallow or repetitive to adults. Some players also note that the game lacks voice acting and that certain mechanics feel dated by modern standards.
Pros
- • Nostalgic and charming adaptation of Star Wars movies into LEGO style gameplay.
- • Smooth 60 FPS and improved graphics on modern platforms compared to original consoles.
- • Accessible gameplay mechanics suitable for players of all ages.
- • Co-op multiplayer adds fun and replayability with friends and family.
- • Large roster of characters including favorites from all six original episodes.
- • Content-rich with multiple modes like challenge and bounty hunter missions.
- • Freeplay mode allows creative and humorous gameplay across levels.
Cons
- • 100% completion requires repetitive multiple playthroughs, making it tedious.
- • Vehicle levels are often frustrating and less enjoyable than others.
- • Camera controls can feel clunky and awkward at times.
- • Some minor bugs and glitches occasionally affect gameplay.
- • Simplistic combat and puzzles may feel shallow for adult players.
- • Lack of voice acting reduces immersion for some players.
- • Controls sometimes unresponsive or unintuitive on keyboard and mouse.
Rating Criteria
Kick Some Brick in I through VI! Play through all six Star Wars movies in one videogame! Adding new characters, new levels, new features and for the first time ever, the chance to build and battle your way through a fun Star Wars galaxy on your PC!
