Info about LEGO® The Hobbit™ - The Battle Pack:

Official game description:
The land of Middle-earth is full of danger, but the items in our latest pack guarantee you’re prepared for battle. Destroy Morgul LEGO with the Shadow Sword, equip yourself with Jeweled Mithril Armor of the finest Dwarven craftsmanship, or activate the Light Orb Shield for the ultimate protection. The Axe Guitar, Orc Cleaver and Orc Bow will make short work of your opponents, while a pair of Lake-town Boots and Smaug’s Feet will keep you adventuring in style! The Buddy-up Gloves allow you to smash through Buddy-up cracks solo, while Smaug’s Headdress and the Dwarf King Wig will ensure your presence is majestic at all times.

Release date: Sep 17, 2014

Categories: Action-Adventure, Character Customization, Item Collection, Collectathon, Licensed Content, Fantasy, Open-World Exploration


- Hardware Profile: No data
Feature extractions:
- Community Price:
  - Community fair range: $10.00 - $20.00
  - Reasoning: Multiple reviews mention waiting for or getting the game on sale, indicating that the current base price is considered too high by the community. This suggests that a fair price would be lower than the current base price, likely in the range of typical sale prices.
- Playtime Metrics:
  - Game completion: N/A
  - Story completion: N/A
  - Session length: 0.5h
  - Endgame: N/A
  - Reasoning: The evidence provided does not contain explicit mentions of playtime hours for any of the metrics. However, some indirect clues can be inferred. The mention of using the buddy-up gloves a couple of times suggests short session lengths. The statement about the DLC being useful for completing the game 100% implies that it might reduce the overall game completion time, but no specific hours are mentioned. Due to the lack of concrete evidence, most playtime metrics are set to null.
- Time-to-fun: No data
- Player Archetypes:
  - Franchise Fan (sale)
    - Motivation: Enhancing their experience with favorite franchises.
    - Playstyle: Selective and economical, focusing on content related to their favorite franchises.
    - Experience: familiar
    - Purchase stance: sale
    - Labels: huge fan of LEGO; fan of Jackson's Hobbit movies
    - Reference games: LEGO games; The Hobbit movies
  - Treasure Hunter (buy)
    - Motivation: Acquiring unique and valuable in-game items.
    - Playstyle: Focused on collecting rare and useful items.
    - Experience: familiar
    - Purchase stance: buy
    - Labels: collector; item hunter
    - Reference games: LEGO games


Below are summaries of things people say about the game per category.
Each point is assigned a weight that represents how often it is mentioned across all reviews.
What players like:
- DLC adds useful items (weight 0.97): The DLC introduces a variety of new and useful items, including weapons, equipment, and accessories that enhance gameplay.
- Supports developers and good value (weight 0.28): Purchasing the DLC supports the developers and is considered good value, especially when on sale.
- DLC speeds up game completion (weight 0.23): The additional items and equipment provided by the DLC can help players speed up the process of completing the game 100%.
- Enjoyable gameplay experience (weight 0.19): Players find the DLC fun to play in the Middle-earth setting, and it encourages spending more time playing the game.
- Items are accessible and convenient (weight 0.14): The new items are available from the beginning of the game and are easy to select, making them convenient for players to use.
- DLC is fixed and functional (weight 0.1): The DLC is reported to be fixed and functional, addressing any previous issues.

Common complaints:
- DLC lacks necessary content (weight 0.34): The DLC is criticized for not adding essential content related to significant events like the Battle of the Five Armies. It is seen as mostly cosmetic and redundant, not offering substantial new gameplay elements.
- Misleading and disappointing (weight 0.32): The title of the DLC is considered misleading as it does not represent the content accurately. Players feel that the DLC did not meet their expectations and was a waste of time and money.
- Not worth the price (weight 0.25): Many players feel that the DLC is overpriced for the content it provides. The default price is a common point of contention, with players suggesting it does not offer good value for money.
- Limited additional content (weight 0.24): The DLC does not include bonus levels or a significant number of new characters. This limitation makes the DLC feel incomplete and not worth the investment.
- Mostly cosmetic items (weight 0.23): The majority of the items in the DLC are cosmetic and do not add significant value to the gameplay. These items are described as fun or cool-looking but not essential.
- Restrictions in story mode (weight 0.14): The DLC content is restricted in story mode, limiting its usability and making it less appealing to players who primarily engage with the game's story.
- Better alternatives available (weight 0.13): Players find that there are better alternatives available in free play, making the DLC seem unnecessary and less valuable.
- Technical issues (weight 0.13): Some players report that the DLC is not working properly, adding to the overall dissatisfaction with the purchase.
- Players did not finish (weight 0.11): A portion of players did not finish the game, which may contribute to the negative perception of the DLC as they did not experience all potential content.
- Not a direct sequel (weight 0.11): The DLC is criticized for not being a direct continuation or the third part of a series, which may have led to confusion or disappointment among players.

Gameplay feedback:
No gameplaypoints

Performance notes:
No performancepoints

Recommendations:
- Wait for sale (weight 0.41): Multiple reviews suggest waiting for a sale to purchase the game or its additional content. This indicates that while the game is recommended, players feel the value is best realized at a discounted price.
- Recommended items and DLC (weight 0.32): Reviews specifically highlight the Buddy-Up Gloves and Shadow Sword as noteworthy items. Additionally, the DLC is recommended, suggesting these elements significantly enhance the gameplay experience.

Other player notes:
No miscpoints

Emotions:
- Satisfaction (weight 0.23): Players enjoy the new content introduced in the DLC, finding it engaging to play in the Middle-earth setting. The addition of good items also enhances the overall experience, making it worthwhile to spend time playing.
- Disappointment (weight 0.15): The DLC falls short of player expectations and offers limited utility for the new weapons introduced. This leads to a sense of letdown among players.
- Anger (weight 0.15): Players are angered by the DLC's failure to meet expectations and the significant changes made that did not resonate well with them. This strong dissatisfaction fuels their anger.
- Excitement (weight 0.15): The fun gameplay experience in Middle-earth and the addition of cool items through the DLC generate excitement among players. These elements contribute to a thrilling and enjoyable gaming experience.
- Frustration (weight 0.08): Players express frustration due to initial issues with the DLC not working as intended. This technical difficulty hampers their gaming experience and causes annoyance.
- Relief (weight 0.08): Players feel relieved after the DLC has been fixed, resolving previous issues. This update allows them to enjoy the game without the earlier frustrations.}