As a fan of the Lego video games, I have collected them throughout the years due to their different themes. The Lego Ninjago Movie video game is the first game not to be released as a Story Pack for Lego Dimensions (as that game was on its way to having its production end), and be in its own game.
As this is a video game adaptation of The Lego Ninjago Movie, it very much follows the plot of the film (even adding in clips from said movie), so it's best to see the film first to avoid being spoiled on any major plot devices (as well as the ending).
When it comes to gameplay, a lot has changed. The stud meter has been reworked so instead of rewarding something like True Ninja for each level you beat, it grants a level up, which unlocks not only a gold brick, but parts to use in the Character Creator. Also, the game does away with Mini Kits, and instead, hides gold bricks and packs throughout each of the eight main levels (we all know gold bricks are used to open new areas, but the packs are new, as when collected, it unlocks a new character to play as). The character roster for this is at a feeble 101 (and includes variants of the heroes and Garmadon as well as minor characters and even the enemies you face), and like past Lego games, you will need some of them as each one has special abilities allowing him or her to access areas or destroy certain objects that other characters cannot.
Also, the game's free play takes place in the levels you complete, giving the mode more of an exploration feel, as the game has dojos and races to complete, rewarding more character packs and gold bricks upon completion.
Unfortunatly, while this game changes things up, it is far from perfect. One problem I experience is that the camera usually messes up at some points, making it hard to see things (especially in a fight). Also, the game is filled with bugs. like haracters can get stuck sliding down certain surfaces and not triggering their smoke bomb teleport (which is used so if they are too far from the character you control, they can instantly be with you, thus saving time that would be wasted getting them together). It's an okay game, but it's not one I consider one of the best Lego games. Worth checking out if you are a fan of Lego and/or Ninjago in general.
