LEGO® Indiana Jones™: The Original Adventures

Much more sexual tension between Indy and his father than I remember as a kid, but still worth a buy.

I love this simple game. I have completed it playing together with my daughter from age 6 years. It's a great way to introduce a kid to video games. It has just the right level of complexity and challenge for her. With 2 player mode it's a wonderful way to spend some dad and daughter time.

Very much a classic Lego game through and through, Lego Indiana Jones: The Original Adventures was undoubtedly fun to revisit after so many years given that it was a staple of my childhood. It does take extensive liberties with the plot of the films in many places to fit the Lego mould, but it's nevertheless plain old fun to chart your course through the Indiana Jones trilogy in the textbook Lego style, as you fight enemies and solve puzzles across 18 levels (plus bonuses!) that still serve as enjoyable and humorous recreations of the classic adventures. Some segments of the game could be a little frustrating at times, and I ran into more bugs than I'd usually expect from a Lego title, but if you're a fan of the other games, of Indiana Jones, or especially of both, then I'd certainly recommend giving this a go.
6/10

You can purchase a slave child who's also the cheapest character in the game. What did they mean by this?

LEGO Indiana Jones: The Original Adventures was one of my first LEGO games I ever played, back on the PS2. Revisiting it here was super nostalgic for me. It's what made me fall in love with the concept of treasure hunting, and the franchise that is Indiana Jones. Listening to the movie soundtracks will sooner make me think of the games than they do the films, just because of how much I used to play.
For the most part, this game still holds up. The level designs are fun (though I prefer Raiders and Crusade over Temple), and it's satisfying to comb through them again in free play to find all the stuff you missed. You've also got a nice variety of characters to choose from, including a cameo from another Harrison Ford character. The hub is relatively small, but it works well for this game.
That's not to say there are no flaws. Sometimes the game won't let you jump properly while moving, which affects two parcels (one of which was really aggravating). The wrench characters aren't fun to use because of how bad they swing. I sometimes had to play as the second character to complete a couple of puzzles, thanks to the AI not cooperating. This character also has a tendency to get stuck behind objects. The bonus levels you unlock are fine, but they don't totally feel like they're worth the effort, especially not the warehouse one. Then the game showers you with studs and hearts when you're in the museum hub after you've gotten 100%, which I wish could be toggled on or off.
However, aside from a few difficult or frustrating moments, not recommending the game would practically be a crime. Yes, this may not be as technically good as the newer LEGO games, but it deserves at least one playthrough. It took me just over 20 hours to 100% beat the game, and it was ultimately a satisfying experience. The Original Adventures may be a bit of a relic at this point, but it's a worthy classic that gives me a lot of joy.

A classic original Lego game that is truly a joy to play. I haven't experienced too many bugs in this one. The "commentary" is silly and playful. I am a huge Indiana Jones fan, so this was a delight to play. This was my second time around 100%ing the game. Recommend!

Oppah! Another game, another rate. LEGO® Indiana Jones™: The Original Adventures has spoken to my soul, maybe to yours next time as well. Is it great, is it fine? You should try it for yourself or your soul will forever be mine...