![]() Gotham City has become something of a regular retreat for gamers this generation. We do know, however, that core characters like Wonder Woman and the Green Lantern will make an appearance. TT Games promised a big list of playable characters to choose from - "Everyone you'd expect will be there" - but wouldn't dish out the details. ![]() To secure some hidden goodies throughout the world, however, TT Games said that players would have to use Batman and Robin - along with their special suits. With his ability to fly, the Man of Steel can freely soar through the entire city at any time, using his complete arsenal of abilities when he chooses. Superman, who can be one of the least interesting characters in the DC Universe (simply because he can do just about anything and everything), turns out to be a highlight in Lego Batman 2. TT Games wouldn't confirm voice actors - will Kevin Conroy reprise his role as Batman? - but said we'd learn details soon. We didn't see this new element in the game, so it's unclear if it will change the lighthearted tone the series is known for, but TT Games told us they're handling the alteration with kid gloves. No longer will characters rely on silent movie-style sight gags to interact - they'll have complete conversations. Perhaps this is why TT Games has decided to add voice acting to the game, a first for its Lego franchise. When the character flashed on the screen during a promotional video, a TT Games rep loudly proclaimed, "That was Lex Luthor!" It's really hard to tell, because he looks like any another random Lego character sporting a nub for a noggin. Lex's defining quality is his baldness, making him difficult to point out. Draw The Joker in any style or inject him into any medium and the character is still recognizable. One unintentionally funny problem is having Lex Luthor envisioned as a Lego character. Lego Batman 2's story follows the path you'd expect: Joker and Lex Luthor have teamed to wreak havoc on Gotham City, forcing Batman and Friends into action. TT Games told us there would be plenty to chose from, but would only confirm the Batmobile, Batwing, and Batboat. If you're not keen on seeing the city on foot, the Dark Knight can jump into any of his legendary vehicles. Giant Lego characters are carved into blocks holding massive buildings on their backs - a cheeky nod to over-the-top, gothic aesthetic seen in Joel Schumacher's cinematic butchering of Batman. In this vision of Gotham, connected islands make up the landscape of Batman's hunting ground. It's somewhat in conflict with the freedom an open world suggests. If that's the case, there isn't any sense of discovery here just use what you're given when it's given to you. It's certainly a fun idea, but TT Games says the correct suit will always be waiting for players. Thankfully, Batman's trusty X-Ray Suit lets him to see through the obstacle and force The Riddler out into the open. When The Riddler appears, he hides behind a Lego brick wall. From there he's able to flip a switch and grant Batman access to a blocked area above. Robin's Breather Suit, for example, allows him to enter an area completely submerged in water. %Gallery-150793%A series of signals allows the Dynamic Duo to call down special variations of their costumes, granting them special abilities in order to solve puzzles. While the vision of an open world is welcome, a short demo of the game during GDC showed there's still a lot that tethers The Dark Knight to Gotham. Rather than give players a list of levels they can select, TT Games has removed the barriers around Batman's hometown. Lego Batman 2: DC Super Heroes has a different design philosophy. The experiences are largely linear affairs, with not much in the way of making your own fun. It’s almost time for LEGO DREAMZzz’ animated series.Lego bricks inspire creativity, but that sense of discovery and creation is all but lost in the video games from developer Travelers Tales.← Five plot reveals in the LEGO NINJAGO Dragons Rising sets.Support the work that Brick Fanatics does by purchasing your LEGO using our affiliate links. All rumours are just that until officially confirmed by the LEGO Group. With two sets focused on Michael Keaton’s Batman, likely to coincide with The Flash, we’ll have to see if there is any weight to these rumoured sets. Every LEGO Marvel and DC set confirmed and rumoured for 2023 LEGO setġ0790 Team Spidey at Green Goblin’s Lighthouseħ6247 The Hulkbuster: The Battle of Wakandaħ6253 Guardians of the Galaxy Headquartersħ6260 Captain America and Black Widow Bike Chaseħ6261 No Way Home Statue of Liberty Battle However, it’s worth keeping in mind that several LEGO Batman sets reportedly based on this iteration of the Caped Crusader are also rumoured for later this year. This renowned focus on Michael Keaton’s Batman is likely tying into his appearance in The Flash on June 16, 2023.
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