Info about LEGO® MARVEL's Avengers:

Official game description:
Avengers Assemble! The best-selling LEGO® MARVEL videogame franchise returns with a new action-packed, Super Hero adventure. Join the LEGO® MARVEL's Avengers team and experience a videogame featuring characters and storylines from the critically-acclaimed films and more. Play as the most powerful Super Heroes in their quest to save the world.

Release date: Jan 26, 2016

Categories: Open-World Exploration, Puzzle Solving, Character Customization, Collectibles, Cooperative Gameplay, Action-Adventure, Story-driven Gameplay, Superhero

Feature scans:
- MTX: score 85; verdict: Predatory Monetization; summary: The game is heavily criticized for its monetization practices, particularly regarding the Season Pass and additional DLCs. Players feel misled by the Season Pass not including all DLCs, especially those necessary for achieving 100% completion and unlocking all achievements. The additional costs for DLCs and the perceived low value of these DLCs contribute to a negative perception of the game's monetization strategy.
- Steam Deck: score 55; verdict: Tinkering Required; summary: The analysis of user feedback reveals significant technical issues with the game, particularly black screen problems and frequent crashes. These issues severely impact the user experience and require immediate attention. Additionally, there are some control issues noted, although they are less severe. Despite these problems, some users have had positive experiences with the game's graphics and character mechanics.

- Hardware Profile: No data
Feature extractions:
- Community Price:
  - Community fair range: $5.00 - $15.00
  - Reasoning: The evidence suggests that while the retail price of $24.99 is considered fair by some users, many others feel that the game is only worth purchasing when on sale. Several reviews mention that the game is not worth the full price and should be bought at a discounted rate. This indicates that the community generally finds the game overpriced at its current retail price but sees value in it when it is significantly discounted.
- Playtime Metrics:
  - Game completion: 15.0h
  - Story completion: 10.0h
  - Session length: 0.1h
  - Endgame: N/A
  - Reasoning: The evidence provides insights into the gameplay experience and duration. The first quote describes the game's structure, implying a significant amount of content. The second quote mentions a specific section of a level that is 5 minutes long, indicating session length. The third quote suggests that the reviewer spent a considerable amount of time with the game, though it does not specify exact hours. The fourth quote highlights additional content but does not provide specific playtime details.
- Time-to-fun:
  - Summary: The game is fun immediately, especially in co-op mode, with players enjoying the experience from the start. The fun factor is high initially but may drop due to repetitive tasks.
  - Stance: Fun immediately
  - Anchor: N/A
  - Time to anchor: 0h 0m
  - Friction: Repetitive button-mashing combat; Chaotic fights; Repetitive puzzles; Tedious combat sequences; Long and boring story mode
  - Unlock drivers: Co-op mode; Local multiplayer; Variety of characters; Simple puzzles
  - Conditions: Playing with family or friends; Enjoying Marvel theme; Casual gameplay; Local co-op
- Player Archetypes:
  - Marvel Enthusiast (sale)
    - Motivation: Engagement with Marvel characters and storylines.
    - Playstyle: Explores the Marvel universe and engages with character-specific content.
    - Experience: veteran
    - Purchase stance: sale
    - Labels: Marvel fan; die-hard Marvel fans
    - Reference games: LEGO Marvel Super Heroes
  - Co-op Family Gamer (buy)
    - Motivation: Social and cooperative gameplay with family and friends.
    - Playstyle: Collaborative, engaging in local co-op.
    - Experience: mixed
    - Purchase stance: buy
    - Labels: family gamer; co-op player
    - Reference games: Other LEGO games with co-op features
  - Completionist Collector (sale)
    - Motivation: Achieving 100% completion and unlocking all content.
    - Playstyle: Thorough and meticulous, focusing on completion and collection.
    - Experience: familiar
    - Purchase stance: sale
    - Labels: completionist; collector
    - Reference games: Other LEGO games with extensive content to unlock


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:
- Beautiful and expansive open world (weight 0.46): The open world is praised for being well-developed, beautiful, and complete with plenty to do. It includes various locations and hubs, offering a large and interesting environment to explore.
- Enjoyable for Marvel fans (weight 0.38): The game is particularly enjoyable for Marvel fans, offering a great experience for those who love the Marvel series and the source material. It is accessible for both children and Marvel enthusiasts.
- Fun and engaging gameplay (weight 0.38): The gameplay is consistently described as fun, enjoyable, and engaging. Players find it satisfying and interesting, with various minigames and casual play elements contributing to the overall enjoyment.
- Classic LEGO gameplay style (weight 0.32): The game retains the classic LEGO gameplay style, which is polished and enjoyable for fans of the series. It is considered a solid entry in the LEGO game franchise, with some players calling it the best LEGO game made.
- Signature LEGO humor (weight 0.3): The game features the constant and signature LEGO humor that blends well with the action. This humor is a characteristic element of LEGO games and is enjoyed by players.
- Improved from LEGO Marvel Super Heroes (weight 0.28): The game is seen as an improvement over LEGO Marvel Super Heroes, with better graphics, more content, and improved mechanics. It is considered a worthy successor and a huge upgrade.
- Large number of characters (weight 0.24): The game features a large number of playable characters, each with unique abilities. This adds to the variety and replayability of the game.
- Variety of Iron Man suits (weight 0.22): Players appreciate the variety of Iron Man suits available in the game, which adds to the customization and enjoyment of playing as Iron Man.
- One of the best LEGO games (weight 0.2): Many players consider this one of the best LEGO games they have played. It is highly recommended for fans of LEGO games and is seen as incredibly fun and enjoyable.
- Good cooperative play (weight 0.17): The game is praised for its cooperative gameplay, which enhances enjoyment and is particularly good for local co-op play.
- Quality improvements and interface (weight 0.15): The game has seen various quality improvements, including an improved interface, combat, and graphics compared to previous versions.
- Good story and soundtrack (weight 0.12): The game features a good story and soundtrack, enhancing the overall quality and enjoyment of the game.
- High replay value (weight 0.11): The game offers a lot of collectible content and side activities, providing high replay value and plenty of things to do.
- Original movie voices (weight 0.11): The use of original voice acting from the movies enhances the game's authenticity and enjoyment for fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
- Simple and accessible gameplay (weight 0.11): The gameplay mechanics are solid, accessible, and cooperative, making it easy for players of all ages to enjoy.
- Enjoyable achievements (weight 0.1): Players find it fun to achieve platinum and other achievements, adding to the game's replayability and enjoyment.
- Decent DLC missions (weight 0.09): The game offers good and decent DLC missions, providing additional content and activities for players to enjoy.

Common complaints:
- Achievements locked behind DLCs (weight 0.42): Many players are frustrated that a significant portion of the game's achievements are locked behind paid DLCs, with some achievements requiring multiple DLC purchases. This includes issues where not all necessary DLCs are included in the season pass.
- Game bugs and crashes (weight 0.32): Players report various bugs, including strange and occasional bugs, game crashes during loading, and issues with the game not starting or failing to launch.
- Repetitive gameplay (weight 0.31): The gameplay is criticized for being repetitive and formulaic, not offering significant innovations compared to previous Lego games.
- Unoriginal and boring story (weight 0.19): The game's story is criticized for being unoriginal, mediocre, and lacking depth. Players find it boring and not adding much beyond the Lego adaptation.
- Poor controls (weight 0.19): Players find the controls to be clumsy, particularly the vehicle and flight controls, which are described as unfamiliar and clunky.
- Boring and short DLCs (weight 0.19): The DLC levels are criticized for being particularly boring, dull, and overly simple. They are also noted to be extremely short, with each DLC level taking about 5 minutes to complete.
- Missing key characters (weight 0.15): The absence of popular characters like X-Men and Fantastic Four is a significant disappointment for many players.
- Unmemorable characters (weight 0.14): The game includes many forgettable and obscure characters, making the roster less interesting for players.
- Limited open world (weight 0.14): The open world content is more limited compared to previous games like Lego Marvel Super Heroes, lacking the whimsy and spectacle of its predecessor.
- Inferior to other LEGO games (weight 0.14): The game is seen as inferior to other LEGO games like Batman trilogy and LEGO Marvel Super Heroes, with some players considering it the worst LEGO Marvel game.
- Poor mini-map design (weight 0.1): The game lacks a proper mini-map or has a poorly designed one, which affects the gameplay experience.
- Audio issues (weight 0.08): The game has audio balancing issues, bad audio quality, and subpar audio dubbing, which detract from the overall experience.
- Outdated graphics (weight 0.08): The graphics engine is considered outdated, which affects the visual appeal of the game.

Gameplay feedback:
- Open-world exploration (weight 0.28): The game features an expanded open-world design with various MCU locations, allowing players to explore freely in single-player mode.
- Puzzle-solving mechanics (weight 0.27): Puzzle-solving is a primary gameplay element, often involving simple puzzles and character abilities to progress.
- Dynamic combat mechanics (weight 0.27): Combat is more dynamic with improvements and various mechanics, including combo abilities between characters.
- Story adaptation from movies (weight 0.27): The storyline is based on Marvel Cinematic Universe movies, closely following the plot and character roster.
- Character switching and abilities (weight 0.24): Players can switch between characters, each with unique abilities, to solve puzzles and combat challenges.
- Variety of missions and puzzles (weight 0.17): Players can enjoy a variety of missions, side quests, and puzzles, enhancing gameplay variety and replayability.
- Cooperative gameplay (weight 0.15): The game includes traditional two-player cooperative gameplay, enhancing the experience with local co-op mode.
- Story and DLC content (weight 0.15): The game offers a main story progression along with additional content through movie tie-in DLCs and season pass content.
- Variety of playable characters (weight 0.14): The game offers a wide variety of playable characters, each with unique functions and abilities.
- Collectible items (weight 0.13): There are plenty of collectibles scattered throughout the game, adding to the completionist aspects.
- Customizable controls (weight 0.11): The game features a customizable control scheme, including flight controls and controller support.
- Easy levels (weight 0.08): The levels in the game are fairly easy to clear, making it accessible for a wide range of players.
- Hub worlds and levels (weight 0.06): The game features hub worlds with missions and collectibles, providing a structured environment for players to explore.
- Breaking and rebuilding mechanics (weight 0.06): Progress in the game often involves breaking and rebuilding things, a classic LEGO gameplay mechanic.
- Character interactions and achievements (weight 0.06): The game includes character-specific interactions and achievements, adding depth to the gameplay experience.
- Character creation and customization (weight 0.06): Players can create and customize their own characters, adding a personal touch to the game.
- Replaying levels for unlockables (weight 0.06): The game allows players to replay levels through a specific menu option to find hidden content and unlockables.

Performance notes:
- Occasional glitches and freezes (weight 0.19): The game experiences occasional glitches, frame drops, and recurrent freezes, affecting gameplay smoothness.
- Frequent game crashes (weight 0.16): Players report constant and frequent game crashes, which severely impact the gaming experience.
- Game fails to launch (weight 0.14): The game has significant issues with launching, including black screens and crashes at startup.
- Resolution and technical issues (weight 0.11): There are resolution issues, particularly when alt-tabbing, and other technical problems that need addressing.
- Runs well on weak machines (weight 0.1): The game runs well on older or weaker PCs, indicating good optimization for lower-end hardware.
- General bugginess (weight 0.09): The game is reported to be buggy, with various bugs present that affect overall gameplay.
- Controller connection issues (weight 0.08): Players experience problems with controller connections, particularly with DS4 and PS4/5 controllers.
- Graphics and visual improvements (weight 0.08): The game has received praise for its improved graphics and visuals, which are considered solid and visually appealing.
- Loading issues (weight 0.08): The game has problems with loading, including infinite loading on the first level and stopping loading altogether.
- Good performance on Steam Deck (weight 0.06): The game plays well on Steam Deck, with reports of perfect performance.
- Smooth 60 FPS performance (weight 0.06): The game delivers smooth performance at 60 FPS, which is highly appreciated by players.
- Severe bug requiring folder deletion (weight 0.06): A severe bug requires players to delete certain folders to resolve the issue.
- Fullscreen issues (weight 0.06): There are problems with the game's ability to go fullscreen and scaling issues in fullscreen mode.
- Functional in general (weight 0.03): Despite various issues, the game is generally functional and playable.
- Controls stop working (weight 0.03): Players report that controls sometimes stop working, which is a significant issue during gameplay.
- Vehicle selection crash (weight 0.03): The game crashes when selecting vehicles, which is a specific issue affecting gameplay.
- Interface errors (weight 0.03): There are errors and issues with the game's interface, impacting user experience.
- Audio balancing issues (weight 0.03): There are issues with audio balancing, affecting the overall sound experience in the game.
- Clunky controls (weight 0.03): The game's controls are described as clunky, affecting the overall gameplay experience.
- Unpredictable physics (weight 0.03): The physics in the game are reported to be unpredictable, impacting gameplay realism.
- Lack of frame rate locking (weight 0.03): There is a lack of frame rate locking, which can lead to inconsistent performance.
- Bugged quests (weight 0.03): There are issues with quests being bugged, affecting the progression and enjoyment of the game.
- Graphics settings issues (weight 0.03): Players report issues with graphics settings, impacting the visual experience.
- Outdated graphics engine (weight 0.03): The game's graphics engine is considered outdated, which may impact visual quality.
- Bad frame rates on some levels (weight 0.03): The game has bad frame rates on certain levels and hubs, impacting performance.
- Bug causing black screen (weight 0.03): A bug causes the screen to go black, impacting the ability to play the game.
- 4K graphics (weight 0.03): The game supports 4K graphics, which is a positive aspect for visual quality.
- Bug with speed of created characters (weight 0.02): There is a bug affecting the speed of created characters, which impacts gameplay.
- Visuals with perpetual dusk filter (weight 0.02): The game's visuals are described as having a perpetual dusk filter, which affects the visual tone.
- Flying controls could be improved (weight 0.02): The controls for flying in the game are reported to need improvement.
- Driving desync (weight 0.02): There are issues with driving desync, affecting the gameplay experience.
- Refresh rate resets (weight 0.02): The game's refresh rate resets, which can be frustrating for players.
- AI freezing (weight 0.02): There are issues with AI freezing, affecting the gameplay experience.

Recommendations:
- Ideal for Marvel and LEGO fans (weight 0.38): This game is highly recommended for fans of Marvel and LEGO games. It is considered a safe and fun choice for those who enjoy these themes.
- Comparisons to Lego Marvel Super Heroes (weight 0.18): Many reviews suggest that Lego Marvel Super Heroes is a better alternative. Some recommend playing that game instead or in addition to this one.
- Worth buying on sale (weight 0.15): Several reviews mention that the game is worth the price, especially if purchased on sale. It is often recommended to buy during discounts.
- DLC recommendations vary (weight 0.11): Opinions on the DLCs are mixed. Some recommend buying the DLCs to enhance the experience, while others suggest avoiding them.
- Specific tips and recommendations (weight 0.09): Some reviews provide specific tips, such as getting certain characters for 100% completion, recommendations for nostalgia, or specific character suggestions.
- Controller recommended for gameplay (weight 0.09): It is recommended to use a controller for a better gaming experience. Some reviews specifically mention that playing without a controller is not advised.
- Not recommended by some (weight 0.08): A few reviews explicitly state that the game is not recommended due to various reasons, including feeling cheap and rushed, or suggesting to avoid it altogether.
- Avoid Season Pass (weight 0.03): There are recommendations to avoid buying the Season Pass, indicating it may not be worth the investment.
- Bugs affecting completion (weight 0.03): Some reviews mention that there are bugs in the game that can prevent players from achieving 100% completion.
- 3DS version has unique content (weight 0.03): The 3DS version of the game is recommended for its unique levels and characters, providing a different experience compared to other versions.

Other player notes:
- DLC mentioned (weight 0.04): Players have mentioned the DLC in their reviews.
- Misophonia warning (weight 0.03): Reviews include warnings about misophonia triggers.

Emotions:
- Frustration (weight 0.23): Players are frustrated by a myriad of technical issues, including game crashes, performance problems, and bugs that hinder progress and completion. Additionally, poor controls, unskippable cutscenes, and the necessity to purchase DLCs for achievements contribute to the frustration. The repetitive gameplay and lack of guidance for new players further exacerbate these feelings.
- Disappointment (weight 0.16): Disappointment stems from the game not meeting expectations set by previous Lego games, with players citing repetitive missions and lack of engaging gameplay. Missing content, such as certain characters and poor DLC quality, also contribute to this sentiment. Players feel the game lacks innovation, creativity, and is often overshadowed by its predecessors.
- Enjoyment (weight 0.14): Players enjoy the game's humor, cooperative gameplay, and the variety of characters and levels. The story mode, open world, and overall experience are also highlighted as positive aspects. Despite some glitches, the engaging narrative and solid gameplay mechanics provide a fun and entertaining experience.
- Joy (weight 0.09): Joy is derived from the game's humorous design, funny moments, and the overall fun and light-hearted experience. Players appreciate the diverse character abilities, beautiful locations, and improvements over previous games. The enjoyable co-op experience and the game's faithfulness to the movies also contribute to the joy.
- Excitement (weight 0.08): Excitement comes from the variety of characters and their unique abilities, as well as the positive experience with the game's mechanics and features. Players are excited about achieving platinum status and the potential for future games. The detailed storyline and expansion content also add to the excitement.
- Nostalgia (weight 0.07): Nostalgia is evoked by childhood memories and the familiar LEGO gameplay and Marvel characters. Players enjoy revisiting the game and remembering the enjoyment from previous experiences. The faithful adaptation of MCU events and well-crafted themes also bring back nostalgic feelings.
- Satisfaction (weight 0.05): Satisfaction is derived from the overall positive experience with the game, including its story, content, graphics, and voice acting. Players find the game worth the price and enjoy it despite performance issues. The game's ability to provide a relaxing and enjoyable experience also contributes to satisfaction.
- Positive (weight 0.04): Positive feelings are generated by the game's nostalgic value, fun gameplay, and classic LEGO game quality. Players appreciate the humorous and light-hearted presentation, dynamic combat, and large roster of characters. The bright and neat visuals, along with the light and fun atmosphere, add to the positive experience.
- Happy (weight 0.02): Happiness comes from the game being fun, recommended for fans, and a good evolution from previous titles. Players enjoy the creative animations, overall fun experience, and the game's details. The enjoyable gameplay and the game being loved as much as the first one contribute to the happiness.
- Anger (weight 0.01): Anger is caused by controller issues, lack of necessary DLCs in the season pass, and the game not starting properly. Players are upset about the game being full of bugs and controls stopping working. These technical issues and lack of features lead to significant frustration and anger.
- Frustrated (weight 0.01): Frustration is caused by difficulties with the camera, puzzles, and AI, as well as various other issues with the game. Players are frustrated with the dubbing, relevance of DLC, and the lack of unique audio for common characters. The repetitive nature of the LEGO game formula also contributes to this frustration.
- Appreciation (weight 0.01): Appreciation is felt for the game's unique charms and the multiple worlds with free movement. Players value the game's distinct features and the freedom to explore different environments. These aspects contribute to a sense of appreciation for the game's design and content.
- Hope (weight 0.01): Hope is expressed for a great sequel and the possibility that other parts will become playable in the future. Players are hopeful for improvements and additional content in future releases. This hope is driven by the positive aspects of the current game and the potential for even better experiences.
- Relief (weight 0.01): Relief is felt when solutions to game issues are provided. Players are relieved when they find ways to overcome problems or bugs in the game. This relief comes from the support and fixes that enhance the gaming experience.
- Enthusiasm (weight 0.01): Enthusiasm is generated by the positive experience with the game and its features. Players are enthusiastic about the game's mechanics, story, and overall enjoyment. This enthusiasm is driven by the fun and engaging aspects of the game.}