It's been a long time coming, but we've finally got a good look at early alpha footage of LEGO Universe thanks to CES10. Gametrailers has a four part video of a developer walkthrough given by NetDevil's Scott Brown, and boy is it ever full of multicolored brick-y goodness.
We're impressed by how much this game looks similar to its console brethren, especially where action and platforming elements are concerned. Of course, it wouldn't be an MMO without social elements, some of which we get to see here. More importantly, we get a look at how the developers are handling building with LEGOs in-game. The game simulates a kind of personal bubble around the player's avatar, which is strikingly similar to the metaphorical one all kids experience when sitting on the floor with a big pile of the toys. Hm, we're pretty sure NetDevil is on the right course with this one.
Check out the video walkthrough after the break.
Reader Comments (16)
Posted: Jan 12th 2010 7:10PM (Unverified) said
There are actually two more parts, here are the links:
Part V: http://www.gametrailers.com/video/ces-10-lego-universe/60644
Part VI: http://www.gametrailers.com/video/ces-10-lego-universe/60642
Part V: http://www.gametrailers.com/video/ces-10-lego-universe/60644
Part VI: http://www.gametrailers.com/video/ces-10-lego-universe/60642
Posted: Jan 12th 2010 7:33PM Grumms said
OHMAN! So very exciting!
Posted: Jan 12th 2010 8:54PM (Unverified) said
http://www.gametrailers.com/video/ces-10-lego-universe/60724
this video explains building your own objects and assigning behaviors to them. For example, building your own airplane that can fly around from scratch. This game looks awesome!!!
this video explains building your own objects and assigning behaviors to them. For example, building your own airplane that can fly around from scratch. This game looks awesome!!!
Posted: Jan 12th 2010 10:51PM Saker said
Finally something different! Something that looks like it'll be interesting and fun! Hope it all comes together!
Posted: Jan 13th 2010 6:48AM Minofan said
Most intriguing!
Definitely one to watch for.
Definitely one to watch for.
Posted: Jan 13th 2010 7:43AM (Unverified) said
Maybe a small thing but I like the moderation part, hopefully that means we won't have to see too many dick-rockets, or penis-mobiles..
Posted: Jan 13th 2010 10:23AM hmmdar said
I'm 27, and I think i am falling in love with this game! I had my doubts about how well they would implement this idea, but it looks like they have used and enhanced the Lego games technology to a whole new level.
Posted: Jan 13th 2010 10:30AM Barinthos said
When I first heard "Lego MMO" the only thing I thought was "Great, more kiddy games on the market..." But now...now I want this game out ASAP!
Just when i didn't think there could be anything really new to the MMO genre LEGO delivers! After watching the trailer and these vids, I can quite honestly say I'm more excited to see more about this title than even SWTOR...sad? Probably, but hey, it's LEGO!
Just when i didn't think there could be anything really new to the MMO genre LEGO delivers! After watching the trailer and these vids, I can quite honestly say I'm more excited to see more about this title than even SWTOR...sad? Probably, but hey, it's LEGO!
Posted: Jan 13th 2010 10:40AM Slob Zombie said
Definitely looks neat, but where's Jumpgate!
Posted: Jan 13th 2010 11:32AM Felnor said
I'd have to say I'm pretty impressed by the video. Hopefully they can continue with this to make it a solid mmo.
Posted: Jan 13th 2010 1:29PM Tom in VA said
Looks pretty dull to me, to be honest, but my kids are hugely excited about this game.
Posted: Jan 14th 2010 6:05PM (Unverified) said
Interesting walkthrough! Great.
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Posted: Jan 14th 2010 8:01AM (Unverified) said
I dont know guys, it looks a bit childish.
Posted: Jan 14th 2010 9:59PM (Unverified) said
OMG!!! This is SOOOOOOO LEGO!
I love it! Reminds me of the days when i used to play Lego games on Windows 95 as a kid!!!!!!!!!!
I am so gonna make a Lego Rock Raiders Universe.
I love it! Reminds me of the days when i used to play Lego games on Windows 95 as a kid!!!!!!!!!!
I am so gonna make a Lego Rock Raiders Universe.
Posted: Jan 18th 2010 4:38AM GaaaaaH said
It seems heavily moderator dependent, how big of team do you think they'll need to keep wait times down when it goes live?
Posted: Feb 17th 2010 10:58AM RainbowThunder said
Lego Conan O'Brian this game cannot fail!










