LEGO Star Wars III: The Clone Wars includes all the characters from both seasons of the hugely popular animated television series, Star Wars: The Clone Wars, as well as some fan-favourite characters from the beloved theatrical Star Wars Saga.
The game features brand new battle modes, giving players unique, head-to-head combat and an upgraded level builder, allowing the creation of customized bases and in-game battlefields. Play either as a Jedi or Separatist with all-new character abilities, such as Squad command, Lightsaber slicing, Lightsaber jumps, long distance Jedi attacks and Grapple Tie-Ups, all within a new, easy-to-navigate hub.
Review by IGN
“…It says a lot that – despite one or two bugs that caused me to restart
a level, as well as a host of individual mechanics that aren’t particularly
noteworthy – I still enjoyed LEGO Star Wars III. The atmosphere is downright
adorable, and the use of the license is excellent. Most importantly, though, the
various types of gameplay that the developers have thrown together may not be
all that amazing on their own, but the elements work together to create a
well-paced, easy-to-understand game that is good fun for anyone. If you’ve
been looking for a game to play with your kid (or a game to let your inner kid
play), look no further.”
IGN RATINGS FOR LEGO STAR WARS III: THE CLONE WARS (X360)
8.0 Presentation
The hub world looks awesome. The maps and menus make great use of the Star Wars
license.
8.0 Graphics
This is the best the LEGO games have ever looked, with smooth animations and
really good lighting effects.
8.0 Sound
It’s a task to screw up a Star Wars game when it comes to sound, and
Traveler’s Tales makes good use of the licensed music and sound effects.
7.0 Gameplay
Nothing is particularly remarkable about LEGO Star War’s gameplay, but as a
package, it’s good, simple fun.
8.0 Lasting Appeal
If you are a completionist you have your work cut out for you,
there’s unlockable after unlockable, and it’s easy to get addicted to the
grind.
7.5
OVERALL
Good
(out of 10)