In the dark times, when my love of Star Wars had reached its nadir thanks to the prequels, two things pulled me back to the light: one was The Clone Wars cartoon series and its complex storytelling, and the other was the LEGO Star Wars video games and its rampant silliness while still retelling the compelling story of the saga. Now we’re in a time when Star Wars is back on top and it feels great! Not only with the movies, but Star Wars Rebels on TV and now LEGO Star Wars: The Force Awakens coming to our consoles. But it’s much more than just that one movie we’ll get to play. IGN has released a video of the first 15 minutes of the game, but you aren’t going to find Rey, Finn, or Kylo Ren in there at all; the game’s prologue is the Battle of Endor from Return of the Jedi, following Han, Leia, Chewie, the droids, and the ewoks as they work to take down the shield generator which powers the second Death Star. Prior to the playable level, we get cinematics with Luke’s introduction to the Emperor, and Lando and Admiral Ackbar (“It’s a trap!” because of course it is).
Have a look below! Not only does the level offer a bit of extra playtime for a game which has exactly one new movie from which to work, but it draws a more direct connection between Han, Leia, Luke, and the death of Vader to the plight of the next generation of heroes and villains. Plus, it’s a great way to play a level that was never playable in the other games. On top of this prologue, complete with all the charm and enjoyment we expect from a LEGO game, IGN also released a quick video of a mini-game you’ll be able to play in the game. This one is an awesome 8-bit, side-scrolling escape in the Millennium Falcon from the hand-puppet worm living in the asteroid. LEGO Star Wars: The Force Awakens looks to be another great addition to the franchise, and a hoot to play. I can’t wait to get my hands on it when it’s released on Tuesday, June 28! Let me know what you’re looking forward to most with it in the comments below! Since we’re here, enjoy some character info for Rogue One: A Star Wars Story:
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Unikitty prances by, singing.Emmet looks to the big screens above which just at that moment is broadcasting Mr. Business."Mr. Business greets everyone down below."Good Morning, Mr. Business!" Everyone greets him back."Remember to be yourself and create works of art!" Emmet continues to drive to work, but suddenly he gets cut off by some strange racers."Can you move out of the way? I've got to get to work." Emmet pops his head out of his car to talk to them.They shake their heads. "Look to the screen again." Suddenly, a tribesman grabs Mr. Business and gets him away from the camera."How did you get in here? Let go of me!" Mr. Business struggles to break free, but King Kahuka is too strong. Then, a slick man in a NASCAR outfit with the letters RR on his chest takes over the broadcast."I know you're out there! Listen to me very closely." At this point, he has Emmet's full attention."Emmet feels a little worried."I've noticed your performance when it comes to building is exceptional, but how will it do compared to my performance in racing?
I have Mr. Business held captive, and in 3 days, I will electrocute him in the same way he almost did to you." Rocket Racer turns the camera to Gypsy Moth, who straps him to the same device in the Thinking Room. "When time is up, I'll set the device to 3 Mississippi, and you'll be far too late!""Unikitty squeals in fear."One he's out of the picture, I will be President of Octan and everyone in all of the worlds! People won't call me Rocket Racer anymore, but Rocket Ruler! If you think that your so precious 'teamwork' is really going to make a difference, go right ahead. You'll all end up failing anyways. There's only one winner in every single race. And in the end, I'll end up on top like I always do!" Rocket Racer laughs maniacally."This man is completely crazy." Unless, you can defeat all 6 of my racing champions, and reach the top of the Tower in those 3 days. Let's see who's the true master builder." Rocket Racer gives another crazy laughs, and the camera turns off, leaving everyone in fear."
Well then, there's only one way to take down this guy." Lucy and the rest of the gang join up with Emmet."We're going to build race cars. For all of us." All of his friends cheer.They all get to work on their vehicles. Batman sits around, since he already has the Batmobile. Hours pass and they all work hard on their cars. Benny is the first one to finish up."Let me guess, you built a spaceship?" Batman guesses before turning to see his invention."How did you know?" Benny's vehicle is a car that looks like a spaceship. It has wings and everything."Good Cop, Bad Cop, what do you think?" Good Cop checks the car, followed by Bad Cop."This car looks like it will be good for getting great airtime!" Good Cop gives a thumbs up."But it lacks much ability to turn." Bad Cop looks closer.Next one up to finish is Metal Beard."Ye get a car that will take out the competition." Metal Beard reveals his car. Metal Beard's vehicle is a car that looks like a pirate ship. It has a cannon on the hood of the car."
This car looks like it can take a hit, and deal one even better!" But it is very heavy and will weigh down your speed and acceleration during a race." It is done, and it looks beautiful!" Unikitty finishes her car. Her car is a sight to behold. It is very bright and colorful, along with lightweight. She has a steering wheel perfect for her hooves."This car is amazing! The car is light, and has a strong engine! This will make your car have a lot of acceleration and not to shabby top speed, either!" Good Cop replies in excitement."But it's not perfect. It's minimal parts and low weight will make it a sitting duck in combat. A few blasts from an opponent and all you'll have left is a steering wheel." Well, I guess I won't get hit then, now will I?" Lucy is next up to show her vehicle."I present to you the Wyldcycle!" Lucy shows off her cart. Her vehicle is a motorcycle with great exhaust and very slim."This motorcycle looks like it can make any opponent eat your dust with its amazing top speed!"
Good Cop gives her a thumbs up."But it will take a while to reach that speed. Plus the turning isn't horrible, but it surely is poor." And last but certainly not least, Emmet! What have you got buddy?" Emmet reveals his car, which has an orange color and looks like a construction machine that was made for racing."I don't believe it... everything is so balanced. The handling, the top speed, acceleration, damage input and output, and the weight. It's a well rounded car!" Good Cop jumps in surprise."Even though it might be very well balanced, it is not incredible under any aspects. It is merely average, but for a beginner racer, it could be for the better. I don't say these things to any of you to hurt you, I do it to show you what you need to be careful about when you get out there." We're just nervous for you all. You're about to race against the greatest racers in the entire galaxy." So be ready for a hard task ahead." Starting off with ye." Suddenly, a Pirate with a hat and peg leg, along with a hook.
"Captain Redbeard be my name. Arr, if ye think that I will lose to you, ye be truly mistaken!" Captain Redbeard does a hearty laugh."We'll just see about that, matey! Metal Beard will take you down!" Metal Beard barks back."A pirate battle this ye be? Don't hold back, Metal Beard! Just because ye car be much bigger than mine, doesn't mean that ye will be sinking my ship! Let the best Pirate rule the road and seas!" Redbeard smirks as they shake hands. Redbeard goes for his gun arm, but switches arms. Metal Beard goes for Redbeard's hook hand, but switches arms. Instead of a handshake, they instead give a single nod. They both head to the track, and everyone else follows."Unikitty slightly nudges Emmet with her nose to get his attention. Emmet notices that she looks worried."You don't look happy." When Rocket Racer said, 'There's only one winner in every single race', it got me thinking. What if this whole competition ends up breaking our friendship apart?" Unikitty at this point is very worried now."