Oh. I should've figured. Don't have this particular brick yet, but still. I'm strangely low on red bricks as well.
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LEGO City Undercover |OT| This city has no ports
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RumblingRosco
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Just bought this game used from a Gaffer. Has anyone here purchased the Prima guide, and if so, do you recommend it? I know I wouldn't -need- it, but I am the type of person that really enjoys reading through game guides anyway, and if it's actually a good one, I'll probably pick it up some time. Was hoping someone here had seen it / read through it!
Maybe something more than just "YYYYYY-A". Context-sensitive, I don't know. I've played tons of beat'em when I was younger, it wasn't a problem to have more than one button to punch-kick.
DeuceGamer
Member
Just finished the game and thought it was very good. A refreshing Nintendo Take on Open World games. I'm still less than 40% complete so now I'll need to go back through and replay the free runs, side missions, grab collectables, etc.... My guess is I'll keep coming back to this every so often to slowly complete the game.
I'm starting to think I'm going mad. I played through the Wii U version of LCU a couple of weeks ago (loved it), and have been playing the 3DS version on and off since it released in the UK last week.
Although the 3DS version lacks most of the amazing voice acting, I think it's probably the best game I've played on the machine (and I've had one since launch)
The reason I feel like I'm going mad is that I just looked around at some reviews to see that - in comparison to its Wii U big brother, the 3DS game is getting trashed. I looked back a few pages in this thread, but didn't find much discussion - am I the only one who actually likes it? What am I missing?
Although the 3DS version lacks most of the amazing voice acting, I think it's probably the best game I've played on the machine (and I've had one since launch)
- The vehicle handling is tight. Mostly a lot better than the Wii U version.
- The abilities are cool. Some, like the jet pack, seem better thought out than their Wii U counterparts - and additional ones like using the fire truck are good fun.
- The graphics are impressive - sure, there's occasional sudden pop-in with vehicles, but it's not a deal breaker.
- The in-engine cut scenes (while not voiced) are varied and well done with lots of chucklesome animations.
- The story is neat - particularly the way it sets up the characters and events for the Wii U game.
- The dialogue is well written.
The reason I feel like I'm going mad is that I just looked around at some reviews to see that - in comparison to its Wii U big brother, the 3DS game is getting trashed. I looked back a few pages in this thread, but didn't find much discussion - am I the only one who actually likes it? What am I missing?
Well that last ponit ist mostly due to the fact that this is the OT for the WiiU game. I don't have time to do one for the 3DS one and apparantly no one else felt like it was necessary..
We are talking about it a little in this thread. I've enjoyed it, mostly post-game.
That said, I don't get the vibe that many people have picked it up. Reviews are probably partly to blame, as well as people bailing because they absolutely can not stand the slightest hint of a technical limitation, but there's also not exactly a dearth of arguably superior games on 3DS to choose from right now.
Ooops, sorry about that.
Will check out that thread now! To me, the reviews seem really odd. I mean, maybe I'm missing some amazing 3DS games, but this has grabbed me far more than anything else I've played on the system since launch. I don't even mind the load times - at least you get tips rather than just a slow loading bar. Both this and the main LCU seem like they were made with a lot of love, and that's something I really like.
megabytecr
Member
I have said previously how much I like this game and this is a GOTY for me.
Just wanted to share that my 8 year old daughter is almost done on the story, my 7 year old son is also enjoying the game and the wife started a very very long play session yesterday, she started in the morning and ended at 8pm. She also is loving it.
So not just GAF love, but seems to be a title that anyone can enjoy while also appealing to gamers. There is so much stuff to do after the story.
Just wanted to share that my 8 year old daughter is almost done on the story, my 7 year old son is also enjoying the game and the wife started a very very long play session yesterday, she started in the morning and ended at 8pm. She also is loving it.
So not just GAF love, but seems to be a title that anyone can enjoy while also appealing to gamers. There is so much stuff to do after the story.
Yup, my kids all dig it (6 and 10and the 6-year-old, thanks to my encouragement, is learning Valuable Video Game Skills instead of just asking for someone to clear something for him :lol) and my wife too.
Oh, so, anyone know what's up with this? Was it something I did and forgot about? There's a clue icon on the scanner right in front of Chase in this shot. According to the Pad I have 100% of the Things in this area.
One more fun shot:
I set it using the scanner. There's a clue marker there; the yellow marker was because I locked it in. But there's nothing there.
Oh. No idea, then. Could it be that there are tasks that are not needed for 100%, e.g. small super bricks? Nothing being there is strange, though.
Super bricks (small and large) show up on the scanner separately (I have all the scanner upgrades at this point... invaluable for more red bricks!) but this was a clue, which is usually something like something that needs to be painted. I have no idea what is supposed to be there, but it's there again when I revisit the area too. Driving me just a little crazy :lol
If anyone else wants to look, it's the little roof area on the left side building in Bright Lights that has the giant video screen taking up most of its surface with the toys scrolling across it. If my kids or wife play I'll have them look too. Maybe I'll post a map...
The same thing happened to me as well and actually drove me crazy, as I was at like 98% in that area at that time. Still, I didn't find anything there either. It's probably a bug or oversight.
If they ever do a sequel, I have no clue how they will top that final mission. My god that was too awesome. Wishes for a sequel:
- Even bigger main world. Let me explore underwater in submarines
- Multiple settings. Someone way back in the thread suggested maybe something like a time travel plot to allow many different lego sets to come into play
- A bit more depth to the combat. I actually think it is fine as is since it isn't even close to the focus of the game, but something a bit more rewarding couldn't hurt.
- More Chase and Frank. They really made the game for me
- Even bigger main world. Let me explore underwater in submarines
- Multiple settings. Someone way back in the thread suggested maybe something like a time travel plot to allow many different lego sets to come into play
- A bit more depth to the combat. I actually think it is fine as is since it isn't even close to the focus of the game, but something a bit more rewarding couldn't hurt.
- More Chase and Frank. They really made the game for me
People who've unlocked all the vehicles don't have the Robo-T-Rex, so it seems you only get to drive it once.
Dunkelgrau
Member
Finished the game today: 9/10 and a big candidate for my GOTY. Nintendo should really make a bundle with this and an LEGO-Toy. I needed 21 hours and had 30%. Disclaimer: I never played a LEGO-Game before.
There was an embargo (at least here in Germany) about something in the endgame (or the ending itself). Does anybody know more about this embargo?
There was an embargo (at least here in Germany) about something in the endgame (or the ending itself). Does anybody know more about this embargo?
Because there is nothing really special in the ending, I think. And the fact that you are on the moon was shown in trailers.
Nintendo routinely embargoes game endings or "surprises" (like Mario 3D Land's back half) as a matter of course here in America. I am pretty sure they're just trying to keep the experience as pure as they can for consumers, even if sometimes that rule proves to be a bit awkward to deal with.]blacky[;56847992 said:
Dunkelgrau
Member
I thought you can play with Mario or something after you beat the game.
BTW, it is a shame that the 3DS-Version seams to be a letdown. Because I am planning to by a 3DS this month.
RumblingRosco
Member
Alright boys and girls. Bought my Wii U two weekends ago and today I finally have time to sit down and play LCU. Gonna get it going in about 30 minutes.
I'll report back tonight with my opinions. You've hyped me significantly, I hope I don't end up disappointed!
I'll report back tonight with my opinions. You've hyped me significantly, I hope I don't end up disappointed!
Inspectah_Deck
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]blacky[;56848880 said:I thought you can play with Mario or something after you beat the game.
BTW, it is a shame that the 3DS-Version seams to be a letdown. Because I am planning to by a 3DS this month.
Well once you beat the game
you can unlock a red brick that puts a Mario hat on you.
This game is Nintendo's best kept secret.
You should own this game if you have a WiiU
There more I play it the more I love it, there is gratification happening every 5 minutes still after 30 hours in.
But there are so many annoying bugs...
Memory reset is just insane.
Your car can disappear if you turn around the camera.
and boats... why are they so hard to find? They reset and wipe completely... I must fly out to the sea and jump into a boat to get one.
This game is rough could have use many more months in debug.
But, I still enjoy this in the same way as GTA and Crackdown
Where are boats?
You should own this game if you have a WiiU
There more I play it the more I love it, there is gratification happening every 5 minutes still after 30 hours in.
But there are so many annoying bugs...
Memory reset is just insane.
Your car can disappear if you turn around the camera.
and boats... why are they so hard to find? They reset and wipe completely... I must fly out to the sea and jump into a boat to get one.
This game is rough could have use many more months in debug.
But, I still enjoy this in the same way as GTA and Crackdown
Where are boats?
RumblingRosco
Member
So, a few hours in, and I love this game. My only real complaint, which isn't really the games fault, is that I'm playing on on a 4:3 20" 480i TV... which means, by the time it is put into letter box, the diagonal size of the viewable area is less than 18", which results in me having a hard time seeing some details from my couch and especially a hard time reading the text. Had to move a chair halfway between my TV and my couch to make it playable.
Cannot wait until this TV dies so I can justify the purchase of a 40"+ flat screen.
I think I see a fly on your TV screen. Quick, throw a brick at it.
GiantEnemyGoomba
Member
Welp. Pretty sure I've run into a bug that's going to prevent me from getting 100%. I was completing
, and the game shows I've only completed 6/7 Super Builds. I can remember six of them that I did tonight, so I'm thinking the game didn't recognize when I built the
during the story.
Has anyone had a similar problem or know a workaround? I've already gone to Miiverse, but I figured I might as well ask here too.
Apollo Island
rocket
Has anyone had a similar problem or know a workaround? I've already gone to Miiverse, but I figured I might as well ask here too.
Hobbestetrician
Member
I don't think the Super Builds during the story count towards 100% in that way. Yeah, you have to complete them to go through the story but that 7th Super Build is not the story one, there must be another one on the island somewhere.
GiantEnemyGoomba
Member
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LcG3F-l6na0
When the guy builds the
rocket
RumblingRosco
Member
How do I activate/use red bricks? It seems like, when I pause and go to the menu, it doesn't let me turn them on? Am I missing something?
Some red bricks aren't available in special assignments.
You also have to buy them in the police station if you haven't already. Those will say "available to buy" in the menu.
RumblingRosco
Member
Ah I see, thanks.
Hobbestetrician
Member
I am trying to figure out the timeline of that Super Build and am confused. When he builds the
shuttle
jetpack
I guess I am more confused on how someone could possibly just straight-line the story and not get sidetracked. I thought such a thing impossible.
Apparently Super Builds that are not within a specific story mission but still part of the story/out in the open do count towards Super Builds, that was my mistake. I guess scour the island again or find some guide to follow to see if you did miss one. I hope the game didn't mess up for you.
I got the 3DS game as a gift from an awesome GAFer, played it a lot already. It's really fun so far. I do not plan to buy a WiiU in the near future so I'm happy we got a 3DS version of this game. I don't mind the minimal voice acting, it's a handheld game and it makes me feel better if I play on the go and not miss much dialogue anyways.
I remember reading it has awful loading times, but I've only really experienced this when you first start up the game and load your save. Other than that, it's been fine so far.
My minor gripe is that there's no run button (I think), and what I thought was the run button to hold down ended up being the hookgun button (Y). I have only played Lego Batman 2 before this, and I liked how if you held down the direction, your character would be running. I would have liked McCain to speed up a little.
My other gripe so far is that vehicles seem a little slow, I did a mission where I had to chase someone in a car but it was really hard to catch up because the vehicle moved so slow AND you were apparently supposed to ram his car. Again, wish it was a bit faster here.
I'm really enjoying the game so far regardless.
I remember reading it has awful loading times, but I've only really experienced this when you first start up the game and load your save. Other than that, it's been fine so far.
My minor gripe is that there's no run button (I think), and what I thought was the run button to hold down ended up being the hookgun button (Y). I have only played Lego Batman 2 before this, and I liked how if you held down the direction, your character would be running. I would have liked McCain to speed up a little.
My other gripe so far is that vehicles seem a little slow, I did a mission where I had to chase someone in a car but it was really hard to catch up because the vehicle moved so slow AND you were apparently supposed to ram his car. Again, wish it was a bit faster here.
I'm really enjoying the game so far regardless.
There's another thread for the 3DS version. A few of us have played it rather extensively.
It is definitely a different game, too. It's similar in spirit but can be fairly different in execution.
RumblingRosco
Member
Can't say for the 3DS version, but the Wii U version has a button you can press to use a sort of turbo boost/nitro for a short period of time. Maybe there is an equivalent in the 3DS version?
Nope, no boost in TCB.
Weird, I couldn't find that. Thanks.
As far as I can tell, nothing like that. I don't think it's a major issue though.
Btw thanks again!
I just finished the story last night myself. I got actual goosebumbs!
And the games soundtrack overrall is gal-dang pitch perfect.
SpoonyBard
Banned
I finished the last mission last night, with 49.9% completion rate. What an amazing mission that was! This game can look great when it wants to, shame that when driving or walking around the city it can look a bit dull.
I ended doing some side quests for a couple of hours afterwards and ended up in 55%, still loads of stuff to do...
I ended doing some side quests for a couple of hours afterwards and ended up in 55%, still loads of stuff to do...
GiantEnemyGoomba
Member
Can't believe it.
The
Super Build didn't count towards my total Super Build count, so I'm stuck like this.
The
rocket
Always-honest
Banned
Haha, what a gem this game turned out to be. Glad i didn't miss out on it. I'm playing it with my son and it's a lot of fun for both of us.
Some kind of achievements would have been nice for games like this.
Some kind of achievements would have been nice for games like this.
podracer35
Member
Well hey, this way you'll never be truly "done" with the game, and will always have a reason to come back!
Can't believe it.
TheSuper Build didn't count towards my total Super Build count, so I'm stuck like this.rocket
Impressive but what a kick in the nuts re the build.