Lego Star Wars: Castaways is an action video game developed and published by Gameloft. It was released on November 19, 2021 as an Apple Arcade exclusive and is the second Lego Star Wars Apple Arcade exclusive game after Lego Star Wars Battles.[2]
| Lego Star Wars: Castaways | |
|---|---|
 Release poster | |
| Developer(s) | Gameloft |
| Publisher(s) | Gameloft The Lego Group Lucasfilm Games |
| Director(s) | Lee Kaburis |
| Producer(s) | Jacques Durand |
| Composer(s) | John Williams |
| Series | Lego Star Wars |
| Platform(s) | |
| Release | November 19, 2021[1] |
| Genre(s) | Action |
| Mode(s) | Single-player, multiplayer |
Gameplay
editIn the game, players navigate an island with other players, complete quests, and engage in combat. The game includes character customization, structure building, and puzzle-solving elements.[3] The gameplay involves exploring the island, interacting with various characters, and completing assigned tasks. In addition to combat and exploration, includes mini-games and side activities such as racing and building competitions. The game incorporates elements from the Star Wars franchise, including characters, locations, and vehicles.[4]
The game also features a progression system where players can unlock new abilities, outfits, and gear as they advance. This system incentivizes continued play and offers goals for players to achieve.[5] Daily challenges and events provide additional opportunities for rewards and engagement. Players can join or create clubs to connect with other players within the game.[6] Players can customize their characters with many Star Wars styled outfits. Players can face enemies such as Stormtroopers or race in Microfighters.[7][8]
Development
editAccording to Behind the Design by Apple, the Gameloft team "drew heavily from the rapid-fire richly textured imagery of The Lego Movie and its equally effervescent sequel. Everything is Lego in those movies, down to the backgrounds." says Lee Kaburis, game manager for Lego Star Wars: Castaways. "We investigated the matter a little further, decided it was feasible, and said, 'OK, we’re going all in.' We wanted that full immersion of being in a Lego world." Kaburis also stated that "playtime — which involved nearly everyone on the team — was the most important part of development.".[9][self-published source]
Reception
edit| Aggregator | Score |
|---|---|
| Metacritic | iOS: 80/100[10] |
| Publication | Score |
|---|---|
| Multiplayer.it | 8/10[11] |
| Pocket Tactics | 8/10[12] |
Lego Star Wars: Castaways received "generally favourable" reviews on Metacritic.[13]
Both Multiplayer.it and Pocket Tactics rated the game 8/10.[11][12] The Telegraph India did an unscored review of the game.[14]
One critic praised the simplicity of the game, but also criticized the graphics of the game.[11] Whereas another critic praised the graphics of the game, and stated that "If you’re a Lego fan, a Star Wars nerd, or just an Apple Arcade subscriber, I suggest you install Lego Star Wars: Castaways."[12]
The game was nominated for 'Best Family Game' at the 2022 Pocket Gamer Awards.[15]
References
edit- ^ Gerald Lynch (2021-10-20). "There's a surprise new Star Wars game headed to Apple Arcade". TechRadar. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
- ^ Connor Sheridan (2021-10-19). "Lego Star Wars: Castaways is an online action game coming to Apple Arcade". gamesradar. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
- ^ "'LEGO Star Wars: Castaways' arrives November 19th on Apple Arcade". Engadget. 2021-10-20. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
- ^ Kate Kozuch (2023-05-22). "This is the iPhone game you need to start playing — especially if you love Star Wars". Tom's Guide. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
- ^ "'LEGO Star Wars: Castaways' arrives November 19th on Apple Arcade". Yahoo News. 2021-10-20. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
- ^ Orr, Aaron (2021-10-20). "Gameloft to launch Lego Star Wars: Castaways on Apple Arcade". www.pocketgamer.biz. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
- ^ Orr, Aaron (2021-11-23). "How Lego Star Wars: Castaways was built for Apple Arcade". www.pocketgamer.biz. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
- ^ "LEGO Star Wars: Castaways interview: Exploring a new planet on Apple Arcade". Shacknews. 2021-11-29. Retrieved 2024-06-18.
- ^ "Behind the Design: Lego Star Wars: Castaways - Discover - Apple Developer". developer.apple.com. Retrieved 2023-12-13.
- ^ LEGO Star Wars: Castaways, Metacritic (November 30, 2021). "Review: LEGO Star Wars: Castaways". Metacritic. Retrieved December 13, 2023.
- ^ a b c Pugliese, Tommaso (November 25, 2021). "LEGO Star Wars: Castaways, recensione". multiplayer.it (in Italian). Retrieved June 18, 2024.
- ^ a b c "Lego Star Wars: Castaways review - WILSON!". Pocket Tactics. November 30, 2021. Retrieved June 18, 2024.
- ^ "LEGO Star Wars Castaways". www.metacritic.com. Retrieved 2023-12-13.
- ^ Paul, Mathures (December 8, 2021). "Review: Lego Star Wars: Castaways on Apple Arcade". The Telegraph (India). Retrieved June 18, 2024.
- ^ "Pocket Gamer Awards 2022 - Winners and finalists". www.pocketgamer.com. Retrieved 2024-06-26.