Win, 360, PS3, 3DS, Wii U, PS4, Xbox One, Mac, PS Vita Lego the Hobbit is the best way to engage with the fictional world of The Hobbit short of reading the original book. Traveller's Tales' Lego games have always added a humorous spin to whatever property they were paired with. The team has found a perfect match in The Hobbit — the lighter, friendlier prequel to JRR Tolkien's Lord of the Rings series. Lego the Hobbit takes inspiration from the slightly overblown recent films and runs with it, creating a plastic universe that's warm, funny and inviting. The storytelling is succinct, the gameplay is familiar and comfortable, and the world itself is a pleasure to explore, lending to a sense of adventure grander than the tiny plastic bricks would lead you to expect. Lego the Hobbit doesn't stray far from the formula set by previous Lego titles. Its action heavily emphasizes interplay among characters, all of whom appear as the signature Lego mini figures. All of the architecture, flora and fauna of the world are constructed as Lego blocks, much of which you can smash to collect millions of tiny studs (used as currency) and find hidden items.
You always play as a team in Lego the Hobbit — either with a co-op buddy or with an AI companion or twelve — and each character has unique attributes, necessary for solving puzzles. Gandalf can use magic on special blocks and light up dark areas, for example, while most dwarf characters carry a hammer for pushing heavy blocks. Tauriel, a female elf warrior, has a bow and can leap higher than the dwarf and hobbit characters. There's a strong sense of flow to using one character to latch onto a hook, another to jump on his back and leap across a chasm and another to mine precious resources in the newly-accessible spot. I felt like I was playing as a team of friends, and that reinforced the fiction. I felt like I was playing as a team of friends The new crafting system also makes a certain kind of sense, given the medieval fantasy setting and prevalence of dwarves. This system had me mining and collecting raw materials so that I could craft keys, build bridges and complete side quests.
It functions, though it seemed shallow at first — whenever I needed to create something in a main story quest, my immediate surroundings were filthy with resources. I enjoyed crafting more in optional quests, where I had to scour the land for the right parts. I felt more rewarded than ever for my diligence in destroying all of the Lego scenery around me. The game's cutscenes — which follow the story beats of the films — are so good that they also felt like a reward. In Lego tradition, they are beautifully animated and often funny, with little Lego gags at every opportunity. I actually enjoyed these scenes more than the movies themselves — they were shorter, cuter and snappier, and always contained plenty of little sight gags and jokes. Lego the Hobbit's touch of levity kept me interested even when the gameplay became formulaic. In most sequences, I smashed up the surrounding Lego blocks, solved a few basic puzzles and moved on. Sometimes, a combat sequence or platforming section would spice things up.
These are worthwhile for the change of pace, but plain. The gameplay slips into a comfortable rhythm, but the simplicity grew stale after a few hours. In order to alleviate this repetition, Lego the Hobbit features open world segments that allowed me to run off the beaten path and complete optional quests. I had to go find a lost blacksmith in a mountain cave in one, and play a deranged Lego version of whack-a-mole in another — nothing too exciting, but these diversions are useful for breaking up the action. And my efforts here were always rewarded with unique items or hidden characters. It was always worth it to take a break from the main game to see what was just over the horizon, and it made me appreciate Lego Middle-earth even more. Lego the Hobbit: The Video Game (2014) Video game released 8 April 2014 Do you have any images for this title? Rest of cast listed alphabetically: Bilbo Baggins, a simple Hobbit of the Shire is a Hobbit who doesn't like adventures accompanys 13 Dwarves and the Wizard Gandalf on a Quest to reclaim the Dwarves home of Erebor from the Dragon Smaug.
Gandalf also has his own side quest regarding a familiar Shadow that is taking shape in an abandoned fortress called Dol Guldur.See All (8) » Add content advisory for parents » Release Date: 8 April 2014 (USA) Most of the lord of the rings characters were added to the game for example Sam and Frodo See more » Featured in Troldspejlet: Episode #51.16 (2014)Sold & shipped by WalmartShipping optionsPickup options1Add to CartShipping optionsPickup options$.$.$.+ $.$.$.+ Compare all 3 sellers Triumph in a game of riddles and learn to wield the power of The One Ring. Play with family and friends with easy access drop-in, drop-out gameplay option. (Available on console only.) ESRB Rating: EVERYONE 10+ with Comic Mischief and Cartoon ViolenceAbout this itemImportant Made in USA Origin Disclaimer:About this itemImportant Made in USA Origin Disclaimer:From the makers of the immensely popular Lego The Lord of the Rings, comes Lego The Hobbit, inspired by the first two films in The Hobbit Trilogy: The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey and the upcoming The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug, as well as the collection of Lego The Hobbit constructions sets.
The interactive game of Lego The Hobbit allows gamers to play along with their favorite scenes from the films, and follows the Hobbit Bilbo Baggins as he is recruited by the Wizard Gandalf to aid Thorin Oakenshield and his Company of Dwarves. Bilbo leaves the comforts of the Shire on a journey through Middle-earth to help the Dwarves reclaim their lost Kingdom of Erebor within the Lonely Mountain. Along the way, he is introduced to ravenous Trolls, dangerous Orcs and, of course, Gollum and his precious Ring. Players will utilize and combine the Dwarves' unique abilities - often with hilarious results - to solve the most diverse Quests of any Lego videogame to date. LEGO The Hobbit Explore Middle-earth and visit key locations from the films, including Bag End, and trek through the treacherous High Pass over The Misty Mountains, or discover the depths of Goblin Town, Mirkwood and Rivendell. Partake in Treasure Quests, mine for gems, discover loot from enemies, and craft powerful magical items or build immense new Lego structures.
Play as your favorite characters from The Hobbit films, including Bilbo, Gandalf, and the Dwarves: Thorin, Fili, Kili, Oin, Gloin, Dwalin, Balin Bifur, Bofur, Bombur, Dori, Nori and Ori. Each has his own special - and quite hilarious - ability. For example, Bombur can be used as a trampoline that enables his companions "belly-bounce" out of danger! Collect, combine and forge new items in the Blacksmith Shop using Mithril, the most precious metal in Middle-earth. Triumph in a game of riddles and learn to wield the power of The One Ring. Play with family and friends with easy access drop-in, drop-out gameplay option. (Available on console only.) ESRB Rating: EVERYONE 10+ with Comic Mischief and Cartoon Violence SpecificationsVideo Game CollectionIs Downloadable Content AvailableYGenreModelBrandRequired PeripheralsVideo Game GenreVideo Game PlatformConditionCompatible DevicesManufacturer Part NumberSubgenreColorContainer TypePublisherAssembled Product Dimensions (L x W x H)Release DateVideosWill this xbox one play on a regular 360?by It looks like you are not signed in.