2K and the LEGO Group have announced that Lego 2K Drive will release on 19th May 2023.
This represents the first release in a multi-title partnership between 2K and the LEGO Group to develop AAA LEGO games.
Key features of LEGO 2K Drive are said to include:
A Story in a Vast Open World: Players will journey across Bricklandia’s multiple unique biome regions as they compete against a series of charismatic rivals with hopes of one day winning the coveted Sky Cup Trophy. In LEGO 2K Drive, players choose how they want to play, with a wide open world to explore full of racing, minigames, challenges, collectibles, things to destroy, and well-known vehicles from LEGO themes like City, Creator, Speed Champions and more.
High-Octane LEGO Racing: Racing in LEGO 2K Drive is a fast-paced, off-the-wall experience as players battle across a broad range of tracks while taking advantage of unique power-up abilities that can transform a player’s standing in the race with the touch of a button.
Unique Customization: LEGO 2K Drive introduces a diverse customization system that allows players to build their own vehicles to suit their tastes, with over 1,000 unique LEGO pieces available over the course of their adventure, in addition to a wealth of color designs, stickers, flairs, and more.
Play Solo or Together: LEGO 2K Drive offers robust co-op and thrilling competitive multiplayer to enjoy with others. Play with family and friends via local, 2-person split-screen or match online with other intrepid racers of similar skill levels.
Remi Marcelli, Head of LEGO GAME was quoted saying:
“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 and 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.”
Three editions of LEGO 2K Drive will be available on release:
- A Standard Edition
- An Awesome Edition which includes a new vehicle, vehicle flair, an in-game LEGO minifigure, and the Year 1 Drive Pass
- An Awesome Rivals Edition which includes everything in the Awesome Edition as well as an Awesome Rivals Bonus Pack
LEGO 2K Drive will be available for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store.
Further details can be found at their official website.