LEGO The Hobbit

Game Overview

Lego The Hobbit on the PlayStation Vita is an action-adventure game developed by TT Fusion and published by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. Based on the first two cinematic installments of the popular movie trilogy (An Unexpected Journey and The Desolation of Smaug), the game follows Bilbo Baggins as he joins Gandalf and a company of thirteen dwarves led by Thorin Oakenshield on a grand quest to reclaim the lost Lonely Mountain kingdom from the dragon Smaug.

The gameplay blends classic brick-breaking combat, environmental puzzle-solving, and exploration across familiar locations like Hobbiton, the Misty Mountains, and Lake-town. Designed specifically for portable play, the handheld version introduces unique buddy-tag team moves, mining and item crafting mechanics, and an expansive roster of playable characters equipped with specialized abilities. Filled with signature Lego humor and cinematic retellings, it provides an engaging portable adventure on the PS Vita.

Quick Specifications

• Developer: TT Fusion (Handheld version)

• Publisher: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment

• Platform: PlayStation Vita (Physical Game Card / Digital PlayStation Network)

• Release Date: April 8, 2014 (North America), April 11, 2014 (Europe)

• Genre: Action, Adventure, Platformer

• Player Count: Single Player

• Languages / Subtitles: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, and more

• Region Format: Region Free (Physical)

Key Features

• Cinematic Middle-earth Campaign: Experience the narrative events, major battles, and memorable set pieces of the first two films in the trilogy.

• Massive Character Roster: Unlock and control dozens of unique characters, including Bilbo, Gandalf, and every individual member of Thorin's dwarf company.

• Loot and Crafting Systems: Mine raw materials across environments to forge useful items, tools, and weapons at blacksmith stations.

• Cooperative Character Abilities: Utilize special team-up combat moves and partner skills to solve complex environmental puzzles.

• Handheld Exploration: Traverse stylized versions of iconic locations across Middle-earth with the convenience of portable Sony hardware.

Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)

Q: Which films of the trilogy are covered in Lego The Hobbit?

A: The game covers the events of An Unexpected Journey and The Desolation of Smaug. The third film (The Battle of the Five Armies) was never integrated into the game via DLC or updates.

Q: How does character switching work during levels?

A: Players can switch freely between active characters. Because each dwarf possesses unique tools and quirks (such as Bombur's bouncing belly or Bofur's pickaxe), you must utilize specific characters to overcome corresponding obstacles.

Q: Is Lego The Hobbit available physically and digitally for the PS Vita?

A: Yes, the game was released both as a physical retail game card and as a digital download through the PlayStation Store during the system's active lifecycle.