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The LEGO® NINJAGO® Movie Video Game

Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2017

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Quick resume

Find your inner ninja with the all-new LEGO NINJAGO Movie Video Game! Play as your favorite ninjas to defend Ninjago from the evil Lord Garmadon. Master the art of Ninjagility by wall-running and high-jumping, and battle foes to rank up and upgrade the ninja's combat skills.

Global score

85/100

Genres

Action, Shooter, Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Adventure

Pros

  • Fun and accessible combat system
  • Open hub worlds for exploration
  • Character customization and upgrades
  • Local co-op and multiplayer modes
  • Faithful to ninjago theme and humor

Cons

  • Short game length and low replay value
  • Technical issues and crashes reported
  • Some players find price high for content
  • Lack of vehicles and some traditional lego features
  • Story and cutscenes can be unskippable and repetitive

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    3

    "Players can explore open hub worlds and choose how to approach combat and exploration, but the game follows a set story and level progression."

  • Competence
    3

    "Combat system with combos and skill upgrades provides a moderate challenge and feedback on player performance."

  • Competition
    1

    "Includes multiplayer battle arenas with PvP modes, but mostly focused on single player or local co-op without ranked competition."

  • Continuation
    -1

    "Game is relatively short and some players report low replay value after 100% completion."

  • Cooperation
    3

    "Supports local split-screen co-op play and multiplayer battle modes encouraging teamwork."

  • Creativity
    3

    "Character customization with mix-and-match parts and skill upgrades allows creative expression within set parameters."

  • Domination
    -3

    "Interactions are balanced and cooperative; no evidence of dominance or power imposition over others."

  • Escapism
    4

    "Players use the game as a fun, light-hearted escape with humor and fantasy ninja action."

  • Expectation
    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily for enjoyment, often with children or family, not out of obligation."

  • Experimenting
    2

    "Players can try different combat combos, skills, and character builds, though within a structured game world."

  • Exploration
    3

    "Open hub worlds encourage discovery of collectibles, secrets, and new areas."

  • Expression
    3

    "Customization of characters with unlocked body parts and weapons supports self-expression."

  • Fantasy
    4

    "Strong fantasy theme with ninja powers, elemental abilities, and imaginative LEGO world."

  • Fellowship
    3

    "Community and family play through co-op and shared experiences."

  • Growth
    3

    "Skill upgrades and combat mastery provide learning and personal development opportunities."

  • Health
    -5

    "Typical sedentary video game play with no physical activity involved."

  • Idle
    -3

    "Requires focused attention during combat and exploration; not designed for idle or background play."

  • Intimacy
    2

    "Local co-op play fosters social bonding and shared experience, but no deep emotional connections described."

  • Leadership
    -3

    "Players mostly participate collaboratively or individually without leading or managing others."

  • Progression
    4

    "Collecting characters, unlocking skills, and earning gold bricks provide clear progression."

  • Relaxation
    2

    "Generally light-hearted and fun gameplay with some tension in combat but overall relaxing."

  • Sensation
    3

    "Colorful visuals, sound effects, and combo animations provide sensory stimulation and enjoyment."

  • Status
    1

    "Some recognition through achievements and character unlocks, but no strong social status focus."

  • Story
    3

    "Narrative follows the LEGO Ninjago movie with additional content and character interactions."

  • Strategy
    2

    "Combat requires some tactical thinking with combos and enemy types, but overall accessible."

  • Thrill
    1

    "Some excitement from combat and boss fights, but generally low risk and family-friendly."

  • Value
    -2

    "Mixed opinions on price; some feel it is overpriced for content, recommending purchase on sale."

  • Violence
    2

    "Combat involves fighting enemies with martial arts moves, but cartoonish and non-gory."

  • Survival
    -2

    "No significant survival mechanics; gameplay is stable and forgiving."

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