Today, 2K and the LEGO Group announced LEGO® 2K Drive is available worldwide on May 19, 2023. In the large, open universe of LEGO 2K Drive, which was created by Visual Concepts, players may construct any kind of car, travel anywhere, and establish themselves as racing legends. This game expands on the well-known LEGO play experience.
The launch of LEGO 2K Drive will mark the beginning of a multi-title relationship between 2K and the LEGO Group to create AAA LEGO games. With the LEGO Group’s unparalleled cultural influence and 2K’s demonstrated competence in developing high quality and engaging interactive entertainment products, the partnership will develop the renowned LEGO games experience that fans know and love in exciting new ways.
First-ever LEGO driving game will include open-world driving and competitive racing combined with the best aspects of LEGO 2K Drive, which will also have a robust system for vehicle customization.
The McLaren Solus GT and McLaren F1 LM, which were recently released in a LEGO Speed Champions double-pack set to help celebrate 60 years since racer and engineer Bruce McLaren who founded McLaren, will also be introduced to the world of Bricklandia as part of a partnership with supercar and hypercar manufacturer McLaren Automotive.
Key features of LEGO 2K Drive include:
● A Story in a Vast Open World: Players will travel throughout Bricklandia’s several distinctive biome zones competing against a number of foes in the hopes of one day taking home the prized Sky Cup Trophy. With a large open environment to explore filled with racing, minigames, challenges, collectibles, objects to demolish, and well-known cars from LEGO themes including City, Creator, Speed Champions, and more, players may customize their gameplay in LEGO 2K Drive.
● High-Octane LEGO Racing: In LEGO 2K Drive, racing allows players to compete on a variety of tracks while utilizing power-up abilities that, at the push of a button, can change a player’s position in the race.
● Unique Customization: In addition to a variety of color schemes, stickers, flairs, and other options, LEGO 2K Drive introduces a robust customization system that enables players to construct their own vehicles using over 1,000 unique LEGO components that become accessible throughout the course of the adventure.
● Play Solo or Together: Strong cooperative play and exhilarating multiplayer competition are available in LEGO 2K Drive for group play. Play locally on a 2-person split-screen with loved ones, or compete online against other racers of similar ability.
“Video games have long been an important way our fans experience the magic of the LEGO System-in-Play, and 2K’s strong track record of delivering quality, innovative titles for a broad range of audiences makes them the perfect partner to create the next iconic AAA LEGO games,” said Remi Marcelli, Head of LEGO GAME. “Beginning with LEGO 2K Drive, we’re excited for fans to experience a fresh new take that builds on the LEGO humor and fun fans have come to expect.”
“With the history the LEGO brand holds, we were very conscious of the responsibility we had to both our partners and longtime fans of LEGO play, while still thinking about how we can bring something new and unique to a LEGO title,” said Greg Thomas, President of Visual Concepts. “For LEGO 2K Drive, we assembled a best-in-class team of game makers who poured their hearts into an unforgettable experience we can’t wait to share with fans.”
“The LEGO Group is an iconic brand with decades of innovative consumer experiences, and we were thrilled at the opportunity to partner with them as we continue to expand the 2K portfolio to new audiences worldwide,” said David Ismailer, President and CEO of 2K. “LEGO 2K Drive is an incredible first step in our multi-title commitment to delivering new, groundbreaking LEGO games.”
Three editions of LEGO 2K Drive will be available:
● The Standard Edition will be available for $59.99* on PlayStation®4 (PS4™), Xbox One, PC and Nintendo SwitchTM and $69.99* on PlayStation®5 (PS5™) and Xbox Series X|S in both physical and digital formats.
● The Awesome Edition will be available for $99.99* and includes a new vehicle, vehicle flair, and an in-game LEGO minifigure. Players will also receive the Year 1 Drive Pass**, which will introduce an all-new biome, in addition to four individual post-launch seasons of Drive Pass content, each with new vehicles and themes.
● The Awesome Rivals Edition will be available for $119.99* and includes multiple new vehicles, a vehicle flair, and in-game LEGO minifigures. Players will also receive the Year 1 Drive Pass**, which will introduce an all-new biome, in addition to four individual post-launch seasons of Drive Pass content, each with new vehicles and themes.
LEGO 2K Drive Standard Edition will be made available globally for the PlayStation®5 (PS5™), PlayStation®4 (PS4™), Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch™, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store on May 19, 2023. Awesome Edition and Awesome Rivals Edition will be accessible digitally starting on May 16, 2023***, and Awesome Edition (Physical) will also be accessible starting on that date at specific retailers in specific regions for the PlayStation®5 (PS5™), PlayStation®4 (PS4™), Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch™ while supplies last.****
Pre-orders have begun on all platforms, and players who pre-order before launch day will receive the Aquadirt Racer Pack (Digital).*****
The ESRB rating for LEGO 2K Drive is E10+. For screenshots, key art, and other visual assets, please visit newsroom.2k.com. To learn more, please visit https://lego.2k.com/drive and follow on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.
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*Based on 2K’s suggested retail price. Actual retail price may vary. See local store for info.
**Year 1 Drive Pass included with 2K Drive Awesome Edition and Awesome Rivals Edition. Also available for individual purchase . Base game required. For digital orders, Year 1 Drive Pass content will be automatically delivered in-game upon release. For physical orders, Year 1 Drive Pass content will be delivered via a code in box to be redeemed in game and available upon release. More details on the Year 1 Drive Pass will be shared in the future.
***Awesome Edition and Awesome Rivals Edition not available on Nintendo SwitchTM in Japan, South Korea and Hong Kong until May 19, 2023.
****See local retailer store or site for availability details.
*****Pre-order bonus offer available for LEGO 2K Drive Standard Edition and Cross-Gen Standard Edition through May 18 2023. Offer is for the Aquadirt Racer pack which includes one (1) Aquadirt Racer Street Car, one (1) Aquadirt Racer Off-road Car and one (1) Aquadirt Racer Boat. The Aquadirt Racer Pack is included in the Awesome Edition and Awesome Rivals Editions. For physical pre-orders, content will be redeemed in game via a code provided in box. For digital pre-orders, content will be automatically entitled in game. Terms apply.
