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Complete (Case, cover and cartridge) and Play Tested
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LEGO The Incredibles (Nintendo Switch) Review
Developer: TT Games
Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment
Genre: Action-Adventure / Puzzle
Release: 2018
LEGO The Incredibles combines the beloved LEGO game formula with the superhero world of The Incredibles films, offering family-friendly fun, light puzzles, and accessible combat. It successfully adapts the movies characters and humor, but its presentation and technical performance on Nintendo Switch hold it back from being a standout LEGO title.
Gameplay & Mechanics
Gameplay follows the classic LEGO formula: players control various characters from the Incredibles universe, each with unique abilities used to solve puzzles, break objects, and defeat enemies. Combat is simple and repetitive, focused mostly on button-mashing rather than deep mechanics.
Puzzle design is approachable, often involving environmental interactions, character switching, and light platforming. The game balances accessibility with moments that require problem-solving, making it suitable for both kids and casual players.
Character progression through collectibles and unlockables adds some incentive to explore levels more thoroughly, though the core loop remains straightforward.
Exploration & World Design
Levels are linear with multiple hubs, featuring a mix of movie-inspired locations and original settings. Exploration encourages backtracking once new characters with different abilities are unlocked, but the open areas are limited in scope and variety.
The world design supports the gameplay well but lacks the complexity or expansiveness seen in other LEGO games.
Story & Themes
The story closely follows the plots of The Incredibles and Incredibles 2, retelling key moments with LEGOs trademark humor and charm. Dialogue and cutscenes inject playful comedy, appealing to fans of the movies and younger players.
Themes of family, teamwork, and heroism are consistently emphasized, creating a lighthearted tone that fits the source material well.
Graphics & Presentation
Visually, the game features colorful, stylized LEGO characters and environments, with detailed recreations of iconic scenes and characters from the films.
On Nintendo Switch, the game runs smoothly for the most part, but suffers from:
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Occasional frame rate drops in busy scenes
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Texture pop-in and reduced resolution compared to other platforms
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Simplified lighting and effects
The overall presentation is charming but technically modest.
Sound & Music
The soundtrack blends upbeat, heroic themes inspired by the movies with LEGOs whimsical style. Sound effects are playful and fitting, enhancing the comedic tone.
Voice acting includes original cast members reprising their roles, adding authenticity and emotional connection. Dialogue is well-delivered and often humorous.
Modes & Replay Value
The game supports:
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Single-player campaign
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Local co-op multiplayer
Replay value comes from:
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Collectible hunting and unlocking characters
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Optional challenges and secrets in levels
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Co-op play adds social fun
While not the deepest LEGO experience, it provides solid entertainment for fans and families.
Pros
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Faithful and humorous adaptation of The Incredibles films
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Accessible and family-friendly gameplay
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Strong character variety with unique abilities
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Voice acting by original cast members
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Local co-op enhances replay and social play
Cons
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Simplistic and repetitive combat
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Limited exploration and level variety
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Performance dips on Nintendo Switch
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Lack of new gameplay innovations within LEGO formula
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May feel too easy for experienced players
Final Verdict
LEGO The Incredibles is a charming, family-friendly action-adventure that captures the spirit and humor of the films while delivering accessible LEGO gameplay.
Though it doesnt push the boundaries of the LEGO formula and faces some technical limitations on Switch, it remains a solid choice for fans of the franchise and younger players looking for cooperative fun.
Score: 7.5 / 10
