Best LEGO Games 2011-2012

LEGO has been a trusted name in kids toys for decades. The Best LEGO Games of the 2011 into 2012 holiday season is a list featuring a built-in game aspect to some of the newer LEGO sets.

This Best list is compiled from reviews by purchasers of these products and also by recent top sales figures generated by these games. The top 3 games pulled from the complete list are detailed below:

LEGO Ninjago Game:

Two to four players can participate in the LEGO Ninjago Game. The concept is that a band of skeletons led by an evil skeleton general have invaded the Ninja fortress and stolen the golden weapons. This evil group will gain ultimate power unless the team of LEGO Ninja players can defeat the enemy and retrieve the stolen weapons. Contents of the game are 1 buildable LEGO dice, 234 LEGO pieces (including 10 LEGO microfigures) a rule book and building instructions. The players team up to play together for this game involving ninja combat and even some rope swinging.

LEGO HEROICA Castle Fortaan Game:

The LEGO HEROICA Castle Fortaan Game is just one in a series of HEROICA roll-playing adventure games from LEGO. In this episode, the Fortaan Castle has been captured by the Goblin King and an army of monsters. The LEGO team of players must begin by creating the game world. Building the Castle Fortaan and then rolling the buildable LEGO die, will move the LEGO team players along the trail to defeat the enemy hordes and get to the King to complete the mission. This game for 2 to 4 players includes the Castle Fortaan landscape, four heroes, 11 monsters, buildable LEGO die, building instructions, rule book, and mission map. The 304 LEGO pieces of this set may be combined with other HEROICA game sets for expanded play.

LEGO Harry Potter Hogwarts Game:

If you would like a game that kids and parents can play together, the LEGO Harry Potter Hogwarts Game is it. Simple enough for youngsters, it will also keep older kids and parents engaged. The buildable game board is customizable so each game brings a fresh experience. As might be expected, players will face all sorts of magical obstacles like shifting stairs, secret passageways, and wizard duels.
The 332 LEGO pieces feature 9 classic Potter characters including Harry Potter, Hermoine, Ron Weasley, Malfoy and Dumbledore. The six-sided die is also built from LEGOs. Two to four may play. Captivating for LEGO and Harry Potter fans alike.

The versatility of LEGO sets is never ending, and now the game aspect adds yet another dimension. One of these new sets from the Best LEGO Games 2011 for the holidays into early 2012 will be a big hit under your tree.

Resource: Top 10 LEGO Board Games - 2011-2012 Ten Best Picks @ Squidoo Toys and Hobbies