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The LEGO Ninjago Movie Video Game
TT Games / Traveller's Tales (TT Fusion). citeturn3search12
About This Game
Super ReviewThe LEGO Ninjago Movie Video Game offers a lighthearted action-adventure, perfect for families who enjoy co-op play. Players engage in cartoon combat, explore LEGO worlds, and solve puzzles without any in-game purchases or social risks. Its accessible design and humor make it a good fit, though the frequent fighting requires parental consideration for younger players.
Super Review
Parent verdict
This action-adventure based on the Ninjago movie delivers a generally good experience, especially for families seeking shared play. Its score of 70 reflects a balanced offering: strong co-operative fun and a clear, one-time purchase model are major positives, offset by pervasive cartoon violence that might be a bit much for the youngest audience. It's best suited for players who enjoy combat-focused gameplay and are already fans of the LEGO Ninjago universe, making it a solid choice with appropriate context.
What players actually do
- Players control ninja characters, engaging in simple, combo-based melee combat against LEGO enemies, which exercises hand-eye coordination and basic strategy.
- Players explore diverse environments, solving light environmental puzzles by building and destroying LEGO objects, promoting observation and problem-solving.
- Players participate in vehicle segments and boss battles, requiring timing and pattern recognition to overcome challenges and progress through the story.
Where it shines
- The game excels in local split-screen co-op, allowing up to four players to explore and fight together, fostering teamwork and shared family entertainment.
- Its humor and low-stakes action create an accessible experience, making it easy for players of varying skill levels to jump in and enjoy the adventure without intense pressure.
Parent watch-outs
- The game features frequent cartoon violence, where characters break into LEGO studs upon defeat, which may be too constant for very sensitive or younger children.
- Some players report occasional chaotic camera angles, especially in co-op, which can sometimes make navigation and combat a bit disorienting.
Family rules worth setting
- Set a time limit for sessions, especially if players are prone to extended play, as the open-ended exploration can encourage longer sessions.
- Discuss the difference between the game's cartoon violence and real-world actions, emphasizing that it's make-believe and without real consequences.
Talk about this
- How teamwork and helping each other in co-op mode can make challenges easier and more fun, and how these skills apply outside the game.
- The importance of understanding a game's content ratings (like E10+ or PEGI 7) and what kind of violence they indicate, preparing players for appropriate media choices.
Play style
This is a relaxed action-adventure with a forgiving difficulty curve and no time pressure. It's designed for drop-in, drop-out local co-op, making it highly social within the home. Solo play is also viable but the game truly shines with others. Younger or less experienced players might need assistance with controls or navigating the camera during more hectic combat encounters, particularly in co-op.
Score Breakdown
Positive Aspects
Risk Factors
Why this rating
Educational Value
2/5While players engage in problem-solving and basic strategy, the primary focus is on action and combat rather than explicit educational content. The environmental puzzles offer light cognitive exercise, but the game doesn't aim to teach specific academic skills.
Addictive Monetization
0/5The game has a perfect score here because it is a straightforward one-time purchase with no in-game purchases, loot boxes, or premium currencies. Parents can be confident that there are no hidden costs or psychological hooks designed to encourage spending.
Pro-Social
3/5The strong emphasis on local split-screen co-op encourages teamwork and shared experiences among players. This direct, in-person collaboration can foster communication and cooperation skills, making it a good choice for family gaming.
Content Intensity
1/5The game's content intensity is low, marked by cartoon violence where defeated enemies harmlessly break into LEGO studs. While fighting is frequent, it is consistently non-graphic and played for laughs, aligning with its E10+ and PEGI 7 ratings.
Negatives
- •Some chaotic combat and camera issues reported in reviews
- •contains frequent fighting (cartoon violence) that may be unsuitable for very young children
- •physical Switch retail edition historically shipped as download code (some users found this confusing).
Positives
- •Easy-to-follow, low‑stakes combat and humor make it accessible for families
- •local split-screen co-op supports shared play
- •faithful movie tie-in with recognizable characters and varied mini‑activities.
Gameplay Videos
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Official Ratings
No Interactive Elements (no in‑game purchases, no online chat indicated). citeturn0search3
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