Ever wondered what Grand Theft Auto would look like if it got hit with a PG rating and replaced crime with dad jokes? LEGO City Undercover answers that question in the dumbest, most entertaining way possible. Released in 2017 and developed by TT Games, this open-world action-adventure throws you into the plastic shoes of undercover cop Chase McCain as he hunts down the criminal mastermind Rex Fury across a surprisingly massive LEGO city.

This isn’t your typical level-based LEGO game. Nah, this one said “what if we just made a whole city and let players go wild?” You’ve got multiple districts, tons of vehicles, and enough collectibles to ruin your sleep schedule. The disguise system lets you swap roles like firefighter, robber, or construction worker—each unlocking abilities that make exploration feel less like a chore and more like controlled chaos.

The humor is peak LEGO energy—corny, self-aware, and honestly way funnier than it has any right to be. Combine that with local co-op and a sandbox that constantly rewards you for smashing everything in sight, and you’ve got a game that somehow appeals to kids, adults, and anyone who just wants to shut their brain off and vibe.

If you’re looking to buy retro games on Retro Games eXchange, this is one of those titles that proves not every game needs to be hardcore to be addictive. Sometimes you just want to drive a LEGO car into a fountain and call it a day.

1. The open-world structure was a big departure from earlier LEGO games, giving players full freedom to explore instead of being locked into levels.
2. Each disguise isn’t just cosmetic—it fundamentally changes gameplay, unlocking puzzles and areas you couldn’t access before.
3. The game is packed with pop culture references and parody humor that flies over kids’ heads but lands perfectly for adults.
4. Vehicle variety is wild, from sports cars to helicopters, making traversal feel fast and chaotic instead of tedious.
5. Fun fact: this game originally released on the Wii U before getting remastered for PS4, Xbox One, and Switch.