It’s amazing how many LEGO fans are out there, whenever we visit conventions or families around the globe. Our preview of LEGO Universe was such a special experience that we’re not afraid to praise LEGO Universe, no matter how many hardcore gamers resent this MMO without even trying it.

Starting today, anyone who pre-ordered LEGO Universe will be able to the access to the game. To celebrate that, they have sent us total of 35 screenshots to show off their launch.

Of course, LEGO Universe will run just fine on your PC; but the developer of this game, NetDevil, was kind enough to code this game for overpriced gaming computers such as Mac series.

It’s one of the few MMO game which a whole family can enjoy, and tell everyone about it without feel ashamed. If you’re interested on LEGO Universe, visit official LEGO Universe website for more information.

While waiting for Vindictus beta keys, we have few other keys to share with you.

• League of Legends – exclusive skin for Jax – This exclusive skin is designed by Penny Arcade team. We only have two so act fast!
• Rift: Planes of Telara – beta invitation – Fantasy MMO fans would probably want to check this game out. We have two keys available.
• End of Nations – beta invitation – MMORTS? Yes, it is possible. We have 25 beta keys to giveaway!
• LEGO Universe – beta keys are here! – 11 beta keys for you LEGO fans!

Please head to the forum and request for yours.

You’re welcome!

LEGO has finally gone MMO (Massively Multiplayer Online)!

Our initial thoughts on LEGO Universe were that this was gonna be an MMO mainly targeted for a younger audience, with perhaps some familiar MMO elements built in; nothing major.

But boy were we wrong. LEGO Universe is an expansive, fully functional MMO, with unique features that only LEGO can provide.

When you first begin the game, you can customize your LEGO avatar by selecting a decal for all of your face features, as well as your body, and legs. Each decal in the set is fully animated when the character is created. You then begin your quest to bring back the LEGO Universe that’s been shattered to pieces by an evil force attempting to suck creativity/imagination out of the universe.

The game pretty much plays like your standard MMO. You run around, you can select and equip different types of armor, weapons and items, and you go around hacking away at enemies. During our demo, we saw the building class in action. This class can basically “build” helpers, much like summoning monsters. In the demo, the player was in a pirate world, where the builder built a mermaid to lull the pirates into a deep slumber, making them vulnerable to attacks.

Speaking of building, one of the biggest draws we saw for LEGO Universe is exactly that. By progressing through the storyline, you can collect items to equip, as well as LEGO parts you can use to build things with. You are initially presented with a LEGO property. You can build whatever you want on it, given you have the necessary pieces, and you are able to go and visit your friends properties. You can build castles, swing sets, rocket ships, trucks and pretty much anything.

The great thing is that you can either use a quick build function, where you can choose from a predetermined set of objects, or use a different build function that lets you basically drag and drop parts together, or, you can actually build an object completely from scratch, piece by piece. Now THAT is LEGO.

The objects built using the first two options are immediately visible to the public, but an object built by the player then goes through a screening process, where a rating team for LEGO Universe verifies that it is safe and appropriate for all ages. But, your friends can visit your property in the process of building, and will be able to see what kind of masterpiece you’re working on.

The sweetness of LEGO Universe doesn’t stop there. After building them, you can actually give each object a behavioral attribute. For example, you can set a bike to move forward 10 spaces and make it do a wheelie every time you approach it. These behaviors are programmed via a very user-friendly command inputing UI. You can basically drag and drop commands and chain them together.

This gives LEGO building an entirely new depth, giving you the power to fully animate your LEGO creations and bring them to life! By utilizing this, you can create your very own mini-game, making your property a custom-built amusement/entertainment center. In fact, we could definitely see ourselves spending hours just building LEGO mini games!

Of coure, all of the functions in LEGO Universe have been kid-tested, assuring that every child can actually enjoy all the features this game will provide. We were very impressed with the level of depth and freedom LEGO Universe provides, satisfying players of all ages, whether they are die-hard LEGO fans or not.

When we first heard of LEGO Universe, we said “O RLY~?” with doubts.
But today’s fresh new screenshots prove otherwise. It looks very interesting with all the MMO elements on the characters.

Do you see what we mean?

LEGO Universe is scheduled to be released on October 26, 2010. You can pre-order the game for $39.99 and will cost you $9.99 monthly. If you pre-order you’ll be granted for an early access on October 12, 2010. Check out the official website for more information. – http://universe.lego.com/

And I thought I’ve seen it all.

LEGO Universe, an MMO game due in 2010, is in development and by the artworks screenshots, it looks very interesting. Let us show you the artworks first.

We like it so far. Now, let’s see how it would translated to the virtual 3D world.

We’re surprised to see so many varieties even before any releases. If you want explanations to the screenshots, here they are:

• “Spaceship” – A rapidly disintegrating spaceship is the dramatic setting for the first location in LEGO Universe. Players must familiarize themselves with their minifig avatar and build a rocket to exit the zone safely.
• “Pirates” – In a rocky cove on the edge of Gnarled Forest, pirates offload cargo from their ship and ponder how it came to be stuck in a tree.
• “Battle” – Minifigs take on a hostile robotic creature, while in the background, evidence of a breakout signals that a potentially greater menace awaits.
• “Build Challenge” – In Gnarled Forest, minifigs prepare to cross a broken bridge that stands high over a menacing ravine. Tension and excitement build as they work together to problem-solve and repair the collapsed overpass.

LEGO Universe will have monthly subscription fee once it begins its service. You can find out more about LEGO Universe at their official website – http://www.legouniverse.com