The world of LEGO videogames has embraced a variety of popular film and television universes, showcasing renowned titles such as Star Wars, Harry Potter, Indiana Jones, Jurassic World, and The Lord of the Rings. Some rather unconventional choices have also been included, like The A Team, E.T., The Goonies, and Knight Rider in LEGO Dimensions. Yet, one prominent franchise that has yet to receive its LEGO treatment is none other than 007 James Bond. Rumors have circulated for quite some time that Traveler's Tales had worked on a LEGO James Bond project. Recently, a trailer for this unconfirmed game emerged on Reddit, sparking excitement among fans.
The trailer, albeit unfinished, showcases memorable moments from films including Casino Royale, Goldfinger, The Man with the Golden Gun, Dr. No, and For Your Eyes Only, featuring LEGO interpretations of characters like Honey Rider and Blofeld.
What ultimately became of this game? According to insights from LEGOGameMuseum, who claim to have connections with individuals involved with TT Games, the trailer served as a pitch for The LEGO Group. It was not meant as an Expansion Pack for LEGO Dimensions but rather as its own independent game, especially after it became evident that the toy-to-life initiative was faltering and would not receive further content beyond its second year.
Despite this effort, LEGO decided not to proceed with the project, and the reasons are apparent: the James Bond franchise is too mature for LEGO’s audience. Even with attempts to soften its themes, the franchise’s frequent portrayal of weaponry, violence, and adult undertones poses significant challenges. While LEGO Dimensions included Mission: Impossible, the Bond series is known for titles that often feature words associated with mortality and adult themes.
Therefore, this situation might not classify as a cancelled game but rather as an unproduced concept that never came to fruition. Nevertheless, given LEGO’s recent approval of other franchises with mature content, such as LEGO Horizon, there remains a glimmer of hope for the future.