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Adventure |
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Traveller's Tales |
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Everyone 10+ |
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November 17, 2009 |
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Critic Reviews The following reviews are used to calculate the overall reception for this game. All applicable scores are converted to our simplified rating system based on the specifics offered by each publication or the tone of each review. You can read more about how we do this here.
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November 17, 2009 -  Excellent - There's a little bit of something for everyone here, be it the completionist, level-builder, or those who simply like to explore the Indiana Jones world. And most of all, Lego Indiana Jones 2 manages to do something I never thought possible -- it makes Kingdom of the Crystal Skull not terrible. Truly, this is a treasure of a game.
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November 23, 2009 -  Good - In many ways [Lego Indiana Jones 2 is] the superior game, but many kids will struggle to feel the benefit thanks to the stodgy pacing and slack signposting.
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November 16, 2009 - Good - [Lego Indiana Jones 2] doesn't reinvent the wheel, but it doesn't have to. It takes everything that was great about the first game and fixes many of its faults. Shorter, more varied levels dramatically improve pacing, new moves are a lot of fun to mess with, and the redesigned split-screen multiplayer is a godsend.
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November 17, 2009 - Good - Lego Indiana Jones 2 is yet another solid addition to the Lego games formula and a great game for the younger gamers who might have liked Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. The gameplay improvements were a welcome change and the new split screen is an essential new addition to Lego games.
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November 13, 2009 - Good - Sure, the gameplay grew stale sooner than we expected, but it's hard resisting Lego Indiana Jones 2, especially once that familiar theme music kicks in. Just don't expect it to hold your attention for long.
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November 25, 2009 - Good - This is a great adventure whether you're a returning veteran to the Lego franchise or are looking to grab a Lego whip for the first time.
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November 23, 2009 - Good - The established Lego game design wasn't broken, but, after so many games, it was beginning to get a bit stale. Those used to the previous titles might feel a bit disoriented at first, but you'll soon settle in and begin having fun exploring the large hubs and condensed levels.
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November 18, 2009 - Good - Only the new level creator offers an authentic gamer thrill. Comprehensive enough to produce levels fit for the main game, the tool is thrown together with immense charm. A sharply constructed toy, it goes some way to reminding us why LEGO games ensnared us in the first place.
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November 18, 2009 - Good - While it's still fun to smash up bricks with a friend, Lego Indiana Jones 2 doesn't do much to depart from the formula. It's also a bit more repetitive than past titles.
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November 27, 2009 - Good - Lego Indy 2 isn't as compelling a purchase as its predecessor. On the other hand, if you've dropped the first game into a pit of CGI ants, here's your replacement.
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November 24, 2009 - Good - LEGO Indiana Jones 2 is much more than a simple stop-gap, bringing a wealth of content, some tweaks and even open-world concepts to the table, but ultimately I can't help but feel more excited about how these features will be implemented into next year's offering.
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November 18, 2009 - Good - The developers have once again crafted a game which is sure to have massive cross-generational appeal due to its ease of play, adorable veneer and cracking sense of humour.
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November 23, 2009 - Good - While it's not quite up there with the best in the Lego series, The Adventure Continues is still a fun romp, especially if you plan to play with some younger family members.
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November 16, 2009 -  Mediocre - I can't endorse the dramatic and unfortunate new direction in Indy 2. While I appreciate the desire to try something new with the game structure after so many titles, the resulting mishmash of ideas is frustrating, repetitive, and unfriendly to both kids and adults.
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November 18, 2009 - Mediocre - The lack of secrets in the main levels is a mistake, the new hub worlds are confusing and the level editor is just short of being pointless. If you haven't already played it, the original LEGO Indiana Jones is a much better purchase.
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November 20, 2009 - Mediocre - Little more than a cash-raking annual update, Indy 2's dearth of original material is supplemented by an often over-involved and, ultimately, less zesty playing experience.
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November 17, 2009 - Mediocre - I don't think the LEGO video-game formula has been tapped out, because there's a lot of fun in LEGO Indy 2. However, for whatever reason, the gameplay doesn't seem to have been tested enough to weed out [the] fairly routine design flaws.
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November 26, 2009 - Mediocre - LEGO Indiana Jones 2: The Adventure Continues falls short because not only is it a game that no one asked for, but it's also a game that's mostly already been done.While the new hubs are a fun idea, they're somewhat difficult to navigate, and any joy they bring is more than offset by the frustration and annoyance of the vehicle levels.
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