LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Review, new LOTR game | Sidequest
May 26, 2026 · 1h 13m
Summary
GeekVerse hosts Dylan Moss, Travis Snell, and Taylor discuss the upcoming open-world Lord of the Rings RPG by Warhorse Studios, debating its potential realism and tone. They also review LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, praising its cohesive narrative that blends multiple film eras and its new Arkham-style combat system. The episode concludes with news about the imminent release of 007: First Light.
Topics discussed
Intro ads: Cohesity, NJ World Cup, and Just Food for Dogs
SideQuest intro, LEGO game news, and show housekeeping
Discussion on the new open-world Lord of the Rings RPG
Listener shoutouts and Summer Games Fest retrospective
Mid-roll ads: Just Food for Dogs and New Jersey tourism
LEGO Batman: The Brick to the Future - Story and Characters
LEGO Batman - Open World, Batcave, and Gameplay Loop
LEGO Batman - Combat Mechanics, Stealth, and Character Abilities
LEGO Batman - Boss Fights and Driving Mechanics
LEGO Batman - Movement, Gliding, and Technical Impressions
LEGO Batman - Narrative Structure and Multi-Era Integration
LEGO Batman - Final Verdict and Comparison to Other LEGO Games
Outro ads: New Jersey World Cup and Just Food for Dogs
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