
While gamers and critics enjoyed playing the original "LEGO Creator," many found the Harry Potter version redundant and unsatisfying.

They can also control popular characters such as Harry, Ron, and Hermione and explore different areas of Hogwarts. For example, gamers can cast spells, change the weather, and dress figurines with cloaks and wands. Based off the same premise as "LEGO Creator," the Harry Potter version of the game allowed players to build in the wizarding universe introduced by J.K Rowling in 1997. One such sequel is "LEGO Creator: Harry Potter," which LEGO Media released in 2001. The game received very positive reviews and spawned many spin-offs. Unlike other video games, there are no objectives, challenges, or missions for gamers to complete. In 1998, LEGO Media released "LEGO Creator." This construction simulation game allowed players to use LEGO pieces to build their own worlds without any time or money constraints. Along with original worlds and storylines, LEGO also released video games that tied into popular franchises, such as "Harry Potter," "Star Wars," and "Lord of the Rings." "LEGO Island" received excellent reviews and led to the creation of two sequels, as well as many more LEGO games. Entitled "LEGO Island," this computer game allowed players to explore a world made entirely out of LEGO pieces and complete different missions.

Thanks to television and video games, users are not limited in the ways they choose to interact with LEGO pieces they can build, control characters, and take part in interactive stories without ever leaving the couch.Įlectronic Arts released the first LEGO video game in 1997.

These simple bricks join together to form millions of combinations, and have left a significant impression in popular culture and the way we play. Whether you follow a design and instructions, or make your own creation, LEGO blocks have stimulated imaginations in children and adults since their introduction in 1958.
