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LEGO Voyagers Review

Originally posted on Total Apex Gaming
By Rachel Flammia | Last updated Sep 24, 2025 12:19 PM ET

Let me tell you something that will probably sound ridiculous: people spend hours crying over a couple of plastic bricks. Not because they stepped on them barefoot at 2 AM (though we’ve all been there), but because LEGO Voyagers somehow makes us care deeply about two googly-eyed blocks on an adventure.

What Makes LEGO Voyagers Special?

This isn’t your typical LEGO game where you’re smashing things as Batman or building Death Stars. You ARE the LEGO brick. One measly 1×1 piece with a single googly eye, stumbling around like a toddler who has consumed too much Apple juice.

The game throws you and a buddy into the tiny plastic shoes of two unnamed bricks – one red, one blue – living their best life on a small island. When they spot a rocket taking off in the distance, something clicks in their little brick brains. “We want that adventure too,” they seem to say, though they communicate entirely through baby babbles and enthusiastic chirping sounds.

Building Friendships, One Brick at a Time

Here’s where things get interesting. LEGO Voyagers isn’t just about solving puzzles; it’s about cooperation in its purest form. You can’t complete this journey alone – there’s no solo mode, no AI companion to bail you out. You need another human being.

The puzzles start simple enough. Need to cross a gap? Build a bridge together. Can’t reach that high platform? Stack yourselves into a makeshift ladder and wobble your way up. The physics are delightfully wonky, making even simple tasks feel like you’re controlling two uncouth penguins trying to do construction work.

Wobbling Forward

The movement system deserves special mention because it’s both frustrating and charming in equal measure. Your little brick doesn’t walk – it sort of flops and tumbles forward like it’s perpetually falling down stairs. Attach another piece to yourself, and suddenly you’re dealing with the physics of dragging around awkward cargo while maintaining your balance.

But here’s the thing: this clumsy movement isn’t a bug; it’s the feature that makes everything work. When you and your partner manage to coordinate your wobbly bricks to build something functional, there’s a genuine sense of accomplishment that feels earned.

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More Than Just Pretty Plastic

Visually, LEGO Voyagers captures that authentic LEGO aesthetic perfectly. The world is built entirely from bricks, creating gorgeous dioramas that resemble elaborate sets found in a LEGO store. Early levels feature autumnal colors with rushing water, while later sections shift to industrial settings with pipes and machinery.

The lighting work here is phenomenal, casting realistic shadows and reflections that make the plastic world feel tangible. It is complete with that satisfying click when pieces connect.

A Story Without Words That Says Everything

Perhaps the most impressive aspect of LEGO Voyagers is how it tells a complete, emotionally resonant story without using a single word. No dialogue, no text boxes, no narrator – just two bricks on an adventure, supported by a beautiful synthesizer soundtrack that perfectly matches the tranquil exploration.

The game builds emotional investment through shared experiences. Those moments when you’re both sitting in tiny LEGO chairs, taking a breather and talking to each other, somehow become profound.

Family-Friendly Without Being Childish

Don’t mistake “family-friendly” for “dumbed down.” While LEGO Voyagers is absolutely accessible to younger players, it never talks down to its audience. The puzzles require genuine thought and cooperation, but the game is incredibly forgiving when things go wrong.

Fall off a platform? You instantly respawn right where you fell, still holding whatever piece you were carrying. Make a mistake in your construction? No problem – just try again. It’s the kind of game that challenges you without ever making you feel stupid, which is exactly what cooperative gaming should be.

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The Joy of Simple Things

In our world of complex open-world games and competitive shooters, LEGO Voyagers stands out by being deliberately simple. It’s not trying to be the next big esports sensation or the most technically impressive showcase. Instead, it focuses on creating a shared experience that unites people.

LEGO Voyagers succeeds because it understands what makes LEGO special in the first place: the joy of creation and the satisfaction of building something together. Simple pieces combine to create something greater than the sum of their parts.

Whether you’re eight or eighty, there’s something universally appealing about two friends helping each other overcome obstacles. In a gaming landscape often focused on competition and individual achievement, LEGO Voyagers reminds us that sometimes the best adventures are the ones we experience together.

This article first appeared on Total Apex Gaming and was syndicated with permission.

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