The LEGO Ninjago Movie Video Game for Xbox One

So I was bored one afternoon, scrolling through the Switch eShop, and thought "why not try this LEGO Ninjago game?" Honestly, it wasn’t on my radar, but I’ve got a soft spot for anything LEGO + action + silly. Turns out, this thing hits that sweet spot between brainless fun and actual gameplay. It’s not deep or complex, but it doesn’t pretend to be. If you're looking for something lighthearted where you can run up walls and fight shark monsters in a LEGO city, this does the job.

The good stuff

What really surprised me was how smooth the movement felt. Wall-running, jumping off buildings, launching yourself across gaps - it all just works without clunking. I remember getting stuck in a tight corner in the first dojo, then realizing I could just wall-run up the side of a building like I was in a video game from 2015. That moment? Pure joy. And the character roster is solid - Lloyd’s green energy blasts, Zane’s icy moves, Nya’s water tricks. Each one feels distinct, even if they all basically do the same thing: punch, jump, combo. The Battle Maps are also a nice surprise - playing with friends locally, trying to grab the flag while dodging laser traps, was way more fun than I expected. It’s not *Call of Duty*, but it’s definitely better than most casual party games on Switch.

The not-so-good

But here’s the catch - the story mode is short. Like, really short. You finish the main campaign in about 4 hours if you’re focused. After that, it mostly loops back to collecting bricks and doing repeat challenges. There’s no real progression system beyond unlocking new abilities. Also, the AI in multiplayer sometimes acts like it’s sleepwalking - I’ve seen enemies just stand there while I swung at them. And honestly, the visuals? They’re fine, but nothing stands out. It looks like every other LEGO game from the last five years. Not bad, just… generic. If you’re not into Ninjago or don’t have kids around, it might feel like a chore to keep going after the first hour.

Bottom line

If you’ve got a kid who’s obsessed with Ninjago, or you’re just killing time with a few friends, The LEGO Ninjago Movie Video Game for Nintendo-switch is a solid pick. It’s free to download, runs well on Switch, and offers enough goofy fun to pass a lazy weekend. But if you want depth or replay value, look elsewhere. For what it is - a simple, charming LEGO adventure - it delivers. Worth downloading, especially if you’re already invested in the world. Just don’t expect much past the first act.