The long-awaited LEGO 2K Drive video game is on the brink of fruition. After months of speculation that 2K and LEGO collaborated on various sports games, insiders have emerged with leaked images and details about the upcoming game.
Shared World: Multiplayer Hub for Gamers to Link Up and Race Against Each Other
According to the story by Press-Start, rather than a sports game, early indications suggest that LEGO 2K Drive will be an open-world racing game with an arcade racer style similar to Mario Kart. Gamers can expect a selection of themed tracks with different LEGO-built karts and minifigure racers.
One menu option, 'Shared World,' hints at potentially a multiplayer hub where players can link up with their friends and race against each other. However, it remains to be seen how the game will be monetized.
Experience the Thrill of Arcade Racing and Open-World Exploration in LEGO 2K Drive
LEGO fans, meet LEGO 2K Drive. After months of hints and rumors, gamers have now been given a closer look at a joint project between publisher 2K and The LEGO Group, as also spotted in an article by Insider-Gaming.
While upcoming details about the game remain scarce, it is thought to be a combination of arcade racing and open-world elements that have never been seen before in a LEGO game.
LEGO-Built Karts and Minifigure Racers Revealed
A series of leaked images have now been released that show LEGO-built karts, minifigure racers, and a variety of themed tracks. The menu also includes an option for Shared World, suggesting that players may get to enjoy an online hub element as well.
On top of this, an in-game store with its own currency is included in the game. In terms of tracks, they are based on classic LEGO themes, including Runway Roundabout, Rapid Falls, Swampus, Cat Scratch Freeway, and the like.
Lack of Exclusivity Agreement with TT Games for LEGO 2K Drive
Unfortunately, the game will not be developed by the studio that has previously held exclusivity to LEGO game console development, TT Games. This follows reports of various projects, such as a LEGO Disney game being canceled and allegations of crunch in the studio during the development of LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga.
The LEGO Group also has no plans of furthering its exclusivity agreement with TT Games. Despite this news surrounding TT Games, LEGO 2K Drive is still an exciting prospect for LEGO fans and those who love a good arcade racer.
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Exploring LEGO 2K Drive: A Closer Look at the Upcoming Racing Game
With that in mind, for those curious about the game, the best course of action is to wait and see what 2K and The LEGO Group have cooked up as LEGO 2K Drive advances further into beta and eventually to release, as explained further in an article by Video Games Chronicles.
Although there is still much speculation about LEGO 2K Drive, as more details emerge, this is a project that fans of racing games and LEGO can get very excited about.
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