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Lego Indiana Jones 2: The Adventure Continues Impressions

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By , GameSpot UK, Posted Aug 21, 2009 1:35 am GMT

Lego Indy's back, and this time, he's entering the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull.

The original Lego Indiana Jones was a smash hit, and with the arrival of the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull last year, there's suddenly more material for a sequel. That's the thinking behind Lego Indiana Jones 2: The Adventure Continues, which will also include material from the original film trilogy that didn't feature in the first game.

We got to see reproductions of both new and old films in our GamesCom demo today, both with the diner section from The Crystal Skull and the opening of the ark from Raiders of the Lost Ark. The latter cutscene was particularly memorable, as the Nazis were compelled to perform funky dance moves before disintegrating into thin air. In-game, Indy can now do more with his whip, such as tie enemies up and drag them around, as we saw in the diner fight scene.

Lego Indy 2 also has plenty of upgrades that will please fans of the Lego series. When two players drift apart, the screen now automatically splits in two, letting players do what they want before joining seamlessly together once they're close to each other. There's also a new level builder that allows you to put down boards and pieces just like you might have done with real Legos as a child. However, with this being a children's title, you probably won't be able to share these creations online, although LucasArts is currently looking into this possibility. At least you and a friend can both work on your design at the same time.

The hubs in Lego Indy 2 have also been expanded and improved, with three hubs from the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull and three from the original trilogy. The hubs are themed around different areas in the films, and you can fly around in a plane, parachute out, and then jump into levels straight from these hubs.

Lego Indiana Jones 2: The Adventure Continues is looking almost finished, which is a good sign given how close we are to release. The game will be released on all major platforms in the third quarter of 2009.

44 Comments

  • black_red

    Posted Nov 27, 2009 2:14 pm GMT

    just played a few level..humm my verdict for now the second installment not as funny as the first one..

  • LordBezao

    Posted Nov 3, 2009 9:16 am GMT

    Or they could make the tripe ultimate lego game: batman: the dark night, star wars the force unleashed and indiana jones and the kingdom of the cristal skull. Massive!

  • LordBezao

    Posted Nov 3, 2009 9:03 am GMT

    lego x men. On wii, the Z button could activate their "special powers"

  • Shmoe82

    Posted Oct 20, 2009 10:39 am GMT

    This game could be great. I like them making Lego games after movies but I don't think they should make lego games after other games.

  • legowars123

    Posted Sep 16, 2009 11:16 pm GMT

    make lego space police

  • legowars123

    Posted Sep 16, 2009 11:16 pm GMT

    i think they should make lego agents

  • Spider-Jim

    Posted Sep 14, 2009 1:19 am GMT

    Lego Spider-Man?

  • wii_sean_wii

    Posted Sep 9, 2009 9:20 am GMT

    na na.. lego gta lol

  • hyperkass

    Posted Sep 5, 2009 3:18 am GMT

    @Liamguy01 they are making a lego harry potter

  • Jayhawkfan15

    Posted Sep 4, 2009 4:20 pm GMT

    Yes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I love the lego games this one will be cool.

  • Liamguy01

    Posted Sep 2, 2009 7:42 pm GMT

    This game looks awesome.
    Other lego games that they should make - Lego Halo
    Lego Metal Gear Solid
    Lego Harry Potter
    etc.
    Sounds good, huh, too bad they aren't real, though....

  • SadPSPAddict

    Posted Sep 1, 2009 4:44 am GMT

    Wife and kids are looking forward to this - especially the split screen bit. My wife gets frustrated with the kids when the won't follow her (although I'm sure the kids know what they are doing better than she does LOL).
    Think it'll be a must buy title

  • dbzfalcon07

    Posted Aug 31, 2009 8:25 pm GMT

    Lego Metal Gear would be so awesome

  • WYATT0313

    Posted Aug 29, 2009 9:27 am GMT

    lego halo would be cool

  • rhysboi

    Posted Aug 26, 2009 2:18 am GMT

    well i can't wait for lego harry potter next year look it up on youtube

  • Devvy01

    Posted Aug 24, 2009 7:48 am GMT

    joy, another lego game to play to death

  • prince_hamza

    Posted Aug 24, 2009 3:28 am GMT

    cool
    iv played the first 1 it is top

  • chinchillables2

    Posted Aug 23, 2009 5:29 pm GMT

    They need a create your own LEGO game game....

  • GondorMage

    Posted Aug 23, 2009 5:20 pm GMT

    i think they should make a lego lord of the rings who is wit me =P?

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