Second Skylanders entry introducing giant figures. Toys-to-life concept in good shape, fun in co-op but still reliant on buying figures.
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Category
Action Adventure1 player7+
Description
Skylanders Giants figurine game on Wii U.
Skylanders - Giants review
4/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Striking"
3/5
Music
★★★★★
"Memorable"
2/5
Story
★★★★★
"Classic"
This instalment's visual contribution lies in the relation of scale: eight oversized characters stand alongside the usual cast, and the artwork exploits this by having them occupy two or three times the height, break elements the others go around, cast a disproportionate shadow. The setting is reworked to make that difference legible, low doors and low ceilings becoming markers.
Is Skylanders - Giants still worth playing in 2026?
An Activision toys to life platform, Skylanders Giants extends the founding series of connected toys, where placing a figure on the portal brings its character into the adventure. This sequel adds the imposing giant figures with devastating powers. The blend of action, exploration and collecting stays pleasant for the family, backed by convivial local co-op. The reliance on paid figures and the end of the range weigh on the model. A good game for families, young players and collectors of connected toys on Wii U.
