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|Title = LEGO Games |
|Title = LEGO Games |
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− | |Years = [[2009]] |
+ | |Years = [[2009]]–[[2013]] |
|Subthemes = [[Heroica]] |
|Subthemes = [[Heroica]] |
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|Related themes = [[Games]]<br />[[Board Games]] |
|Related themes = [[Games]]<br />[[Board Games]] |
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⚫ | '''LEGO Games''' was a line of brick-built board games introduced in [[July]] of [[2009]]. It comprised of twenty-nine games, and thirty-three different sets. Unlike previous LEGO board game releases such as [[Chess]] or [[Tic tac toe]], the LEGO Games line featured original games developed by LEGO in conjunction with veteran designers from various game industries. |
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⚫ | The LEGO Games theme used standard bricks and building techniques in both construction and play, though two elements - the [[microfigure]] and the die - are both characteristic of the line and were exclusive to it. The die is actually so intrinsic to the theme, that it is actually incorporated into the theme's logo. Most of the games feature a playing board that must be constructed, although some others use a number of standalone structures instead. |
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⚫ | The LEGO Games theme |
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+ | In [[2010]], games were introduced that were based either on actual LEGO licenses, or, in some cases, original themes. Examples include [[3862 Harry Potter Hogwarts]], and [[3856 Ninjago]]. |
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− | Since 2010 and 2011, some of the games released were based on actual LEGO [[Theme]]s, like [[Harry Potter (Theme)|Harry Potter]], [[Ninjago]], [[City]] and [[Star Wars]]. |
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⚫ | In mid [[2011]], a subtheme of LEGO Games, [[Heroica]], was released, which was based on the concept of RPGs (role playing games), such as the iconic Dungeons and Dragons. The subtheme would see players exploring various environments such as forests and dungeons, collecting keys and battling monsters. The various games in the subtheme would also be combined with each other to form a larger playing area. |
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+ | As of 2014, LEGO Games and the subtheme Heroica have been discontinued. |
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⚫ | In mid [[2011]], a subtheme of LEGO Games, [[Heroica]], was released, which |
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'''Die:''' |
'''Die:''' |
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− | A characteristic [[Part x1974|die]] element |
+ | A characteristic [[Part x1974|die]] element was included in every game, and features prominently on each game's box. It is composed of a red hard-plastic core cube covered in black rubber rimming to give the die a strong bounce. In the box of each Game, one of the characters in the game are shown rolling the die. Each side features four [[Stud|studs]], and each game supplies different tiles - many with unique printing - to modify the die according to the game's needs. |
+ | [[File:Microfigures-2.jpg|thumb|top|Microfigures.]] |
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'''Microfigures:''' |
'''Microfigures:''' |
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+ | Some games featured [[Microfigure|microfigures]] to serve as tokens. These are single pieces styled to represent minifigures - some original, others based on existing minifigures - but are only one stud wide and two bricks tall, and have no moving parts. |
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− | '''2009:''' |
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+ | |2010 Happy Holidays |
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+ | |30170 Ganrash |
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+ | |3592 Knights' Kingdom Board Game |
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+ | |3842 Lunar Command |
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+ | |3843 Ramses Pyramid |
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+ | |3845 Shave A Sheep |
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+ | |3846 UFO Attack |
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+ | |3847 Magma Monster |
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+ | |3852 Sunblock |
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+ | |3853 Banana Balance |
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+ | |3854 Frog Rush |
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+ | |3855 Ramses Return |
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+ | |3856 Ninjago |
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+ | |3861 LEGO Champion |
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+ | |3867 Maya Mystica |
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+ | |3868 Phineas and Ferb |
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+ | |3874 Ilrion |
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+ | |3920 The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey |
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+ | |50003 Batman |
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+ | |50004 Story Mixer |
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+ | |50006 Legends of Chima |
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+ | |50011 The Battle of Helm's Deep |
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+ | |4648939 Golden Dice |
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+ | |4648950 Heroica Playing Cards |
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+ | |922421 Castle Game |
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+ | |6012306 Battle of Hoth Dice Keychain |
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+ | |Heroica Postcard |
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− | ''Games:'' |
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− | * [[3842 Lunar Command]] <small>(not released in the US.)</small> |
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− | * [[3843 Ramses Pyramid]] <small>(winner of the "Toy Innovation 2009" award in the category "Games + Action")</small> |
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− | '''2010:''' |
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− | ''Games:'' |
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− | * [[2010 Happy Holidays]] <small>(given exclusively to LEGO business associates at Christmas 2010)</small> |
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− | * [[3845 Shave A Sheep]] <small>(released as a limited edition game, "Wild Wool" in the US)</small> |
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− | * [[3846 UFO Attack]] <small>(not available in the US)</small> |
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− | * [[3847 Magma Monster]] <small>(only available as a "special edition" in the US)</small> |
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− | ''Other Products:'' |
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− | * [[2853383 Die Key Chain]] |
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− | * [[2853588 Golden Dice]] <small>(promotional, with an extra-limited supply)</small> |
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− | '''2011:''' |
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− | ''Games:'' |
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− | * [[3852 Sunblock]] <ref name="Eurobricks">[http://www.eurobricks.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=46443&pid=811368 Eurobricks.com]</ref> |
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− | * [[3853 Banana Balance]] <ref name="Eurobricks"/> |
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− | * [[3854 Frog Rush]] <ref name="Eurobricks"/> |
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− | * [[3855 Ramses Return]] <ref name="Eurobricks"/> <small>(sequal to the award-winning [[3843 Ramses Pyramid|Ramses Pyramid]])</small> |
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− | * [[3856 Ninjago]] <ref name="Eurobricks"/> |
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− | * [[3861 LEGO Champion]] <ref>[http://www.flickr.com/photos/fbtbnet/sets/72157626045022566/ Flickr.com]</ref> |
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− | ''Heroica:'' |
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− | ''Other Products:'' |
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− | * [[853358 Storage Mat]] |
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− | '''2012:''' |
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− | * All official LEGO material erroneously refers to a single die using the plural "dice." |
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− | == References == |
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− | {{Reflist}} |
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{{DEFAULTSORT:LEGO Games}} |
{{DEFAULTSORT:LEGO Games}} |
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{{De|LEGO Spiele}} |
{{De|LEGO Spiele}} |
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[[Category:Themes]] |
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[[Category:LEGO Games| ]] |
[[Category:LEGO Games| ]] |
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[[Category:Themes introduced in 2009]] |
[[Category:Themes introduced in 2009]] |
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[[Category:Themes that include subthemes]] |
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Revision as of 22:38, 31 December 2014
LEGO Games was a line of brick-built board games introduced in July of 2009. It comprised of twenty-nine games, and thirty-three different sets. Unlike previous LEGO board game releases such as Chess or Tic tac toe, the LEGO Games line featured original games developed by LEGO in conjunction with veteran designers from various game industries.
Details
The LEGO Games theme used standard bricks and building techniques in both construction and play, though two elements - the microfigure and the die - are both characteristic of the line and were exclusive to it. The die is actually so intrinsic to the theme, that it is actually incorporated into the theme's logo. Most of the games feature a playing board that must be constructed, although some others use a number of standalone structures instead.
The LEGO Games release schedule differs greatly between the European and American territories. They are typically released in Europe in steady waves much earlier than in America, where they appear sporadically and, in some cases, not at all.
In 2010, games were introduced that were based either on actual LEGO licenses, or, in some cases, original themes. Examples include 3862 Harry Potter Hogwarts, and 3856 Ninjago.
Heroica
In mid 2011, a subtheme of LEGO Games, Heroica, was released, which was based on the concept of RPGs (role playing games), such as the iconic Dungeons and Dragons. The subtheme would see players exploring various environments such as forests and dungeons, collecting keys and battling monsters. The various games in the subtheme would also be combined with each other to form a larger playing area.
As of 2014, LEGO Games and the subtheme Heroica have been discontinued.
New elements
Die: A characteristic die element was included in every game, and features prominently on each game's box. It is composed of a red hard-plastic core cube covered in black rubber rimming to give the die a strong bounce. In the box of each Game, one of the characters in the game are shown rolling the die. Each side features four studs, and each game supplies different tiles - many with unique printing - to modify the die according to the game's needs.
Microfigures: Some games featured microfigures to serve as tokens. These are single pieces styled to represent minifigures - some original, others based on existing minifigures - but are only one stud wide and two bricks tall, and have no moving parts.
Sets
Notes
- My LEGO Network includes LEGO Games and is linked with My LEGO Network through an online game called "Dice Quest"