A humorous open-world LEGO cop adventure
LEGO City Undercover, developed by TT Games, is an open-world action-adventure game built around slapstick storytelling and classic LEGO humor. Chase McCain stars as an undercover cop in a playful crime caper, with missions that mix driving, light combat, puzzles, and platforming. A steady stream of disguises unlocks new abilities and routes through the city, which keeps exploration feeling purposeful. The large map and steady collectible hunt add replay value, although completion-focused players can hit repetition.
Players step into the role of Chase McCain as he investigates a criminal threat across a city packed with themed areas, vehicles, and side activities. The disguise system is the real engine here since each persona grants a specific skill set that opens new locations and secrets. The story leans hard into cop-movie parody, which is a clear plus if you enjoy jokes and references. Local split-screen co-op also adds a fun way to roam and tackle missions together.
A large open world built for exploration
Performance can vary across systems
The core loop stays readable and easy to pick up, but some players run into stutters, long loading, or crashes that interrupt momentum. Those issues do not show up for everyone, yet they can drag down the experience when they hit during missions or city travel. The game also spends a lot of time moving between objectives, so slow loading feels especially noticeable. Anyone sensitive to technical hiccups can find that frustration outweighs the charm.
Plenty to do once the story clicks
Even with occasional stability complaints, the mix of open-world exploration and steady unlocks can stay engaging. The city is stuffed with collectibles, vehicle variants, and optional challenges, which gives the game a strong sense of value for completionists. The flip side is that the routine of grabbing tokens and clearing activities can feel repetitive over long sessions. The overall experience also stays offline, so online co-op fans do not get multiplayer support.
A strong LEGO sandbox with a few rough edges
LEGO City Undercover shines when you treat it as a lighthearted sandbox with a story that keeps the tone upbeat. The disguise mechanic supports a satisfying progression loop, and the city design encourages wandering between missions. Local co-op is another highlight for casual play. Technical performance complaints and extended loading can hurt the flow, and the collectible-heavy structure can feel like busywork if you want constant variety. Players chasing humor and exploration can still get a lot from it.
Pros
- The disguise system adds variety and meaningful progression
- Local split-screen co-op supports shared exploration
Cons
- Some players report crashes, stutters, or long loading
- The collectible-heavy loop can feel repetitive over time
