2K and the LEGO Group today announced LEGO 2K Drive, the ultimate AAA driving adventure game, coming worldwide on May 19, 2023. Developed by Visual Concepts, enjoy a massive open world where players can build any vehicle and drive anywhere to become a LEGO racing legend.

LEGO 2K Drive will be the first release in a multi-title partnership between 2K and the LEGO Group to develop AAA LEGO games. With 2K’s proven expertise in creating high-quality, engaging interactive entertainment properties and the LEGO Group’s unprecedented cultural influence, the partnership will further advance the iconic LEGO gaming experience that fans know and love in new and exciting ways.

A world-class team at Visual Concepts with deep AAA genre experience and gameplay depth will bring stunning visuals to a LEGO driving game for the first time. LEGO 2K Drive will combine the best elements of open-world driving and fast-paced competitive racing, offering a diverse system for vehicle customization.

Additionally, the collaboration with supercar and hypercar company McLaren Automotive will bring the McLaren Solus GT and McLaren F1LM – both newly released in a LEGO Speed ​​Champions double pack – to help celebrate the 60th anniversary of McLaren, founded by racing driver and engineer Bruce McLaren, into the world of Bricklandia, where the cover cars perfectly encapsulate the high-octane thrill ride that LEGO 2K Drive fans can expect.

Key features of LEGO 2K Drive include:

• A Story Set in a Vast Open World: Players will travel through several unique biomes in Bricklandia as they compete against a series of charismatic opponents in the hopes of one day winning the Sky Cup. In LEGO 2K Drive, players choose how they want to play, with a vast open world to explore filled with races, mini-games, challenges, collectibles, objects to destroy and recognizable vehicles from LEGO themes such as City, Creator, Speed Heroes and more.
• High-octane LEGO Racing: Racing in LEGO 2K Drive is a fast-paced, out-of-this-world experience where players race across a wide variety of tracks while utilizing unique power-up abilities that can transform a player’s racing prestige at the touch of a button.
• UNIQUE CUSTOMIZATION: LEGO 2K Drive offers a diverse customization system that allows players to build their own cars to suit their tastes, with over 1,000 unique LEGO bricks available throughout their adventure, as well as a wide variety of color schemes, decals and more.
• PLAY SOLO OR WITH FRIENDS: LEGO 2K Drive offers powerful co-op and exciting competitive multiplayer to enjoy with others. Play with family and friends in local two-player split-screen or online with other brave racers of similar skill levels.

Greg Thomas, President of Visual Concepts, said:

With the history that the LEGO brand carries, we were very conscious of the responsibility we have to our partners and long-time LEGO fans, while still thinking about how to bring something new and unique to a LEGO title.

For LEGO 2K Drive, we’ve assembled the best team of game creators who have poured their hearts into an unforgettable experience that we can’t wait to share with fans.

Video games have always been the way to do business, our fans are passionate about the LEGO System-in-Play, and 2K’s track record of delivering high-quality, innovative titles to a wide range of audiences makes them the perfect partner to create the next iconic game.

While Remy Marsili, President of LEGO Game, said:

AAA LEGO Games. Starting with LEGO 2K Drive, we’re excited for fans to experience a new experience based on the LEGO humor and fun that LEGO fans have come to expect.

Finally, David Ismailer, President and CEO of The LEGO Group, said:

An iconic brand with decades of innovative consumer experiences, we are thrilled to have the opportunity to partner with them as we continue to expand our 2K portfolio to new audiences around the world.

LEGO 2K Drive is a great first step in our multi-title commitment to delivering new and innovative LEGO games.

Three versions of LEGO 2K Drive will be available:

The LEGO 2K Drive Standard Edition will be available worldwide on May 19, 2023 for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. The Awesome Edition and Awesome Rivals Edition will be available to download digitally starting May 16, 2023.

The Awesome Edition (physical) will also be available for PlayStation5, PlayStation 4 and Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch while supplies last at select retailers in select regions starting May 16, 2023.

Pre-orders have started on all platforms, players who pre-order before launch day will receive the Aquadirt Racer Pack)

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