Minecraftis a powerhouse in the sandbox survival crafting genre. First launching in 2011, Minecraft has seen over a decade of updates, creating the world we know today. A newcomer to the survival crafting scene isLego Fortnite, which brings the genre to the popular gaming platform.
While Minecraft has a long-standing presence, Lego Fortnite is a worthy contender. So, which game is better? Here, we are going to take a look at both games and ultimately help you decide which is better. Remember, you can play and enjoy both games, but we will break down certain aspects of each game.
9Price - Lego Fortnite
Lego Fortnite is free, while Minecraft requires you to buy the game. In terms of price, this makes Lego Fortnite a bit better. It’s important to keep microtransactions in mind though. As a platform, Fortnite is filled with microtransactions, as well as a Battle Pass.
If you are looking to buy Minecraft, it will cost you $29.99 USD.
If you don’t buy V-Bucks, then Lego Fortnite is completely free; you may play solo or with friends without spending a dime. Minecraft, on the other hand, is a one-time purchase, but you can also buy servers/realms, as well as additional content with Minecoins (Bedrock Minecraft’s paid currency).
8World Size - Minecraft
The world of Minecraft is huge. There are tons of biomes, with many of them having several variations. If you started from spawn and tried to run to the edge of the world, it would feel impossible. Along the way though, you would run through many biomes filled with unique blocks and land formations.
Maps for both games are randomly generated.
Lego Fortnite is a bit smaller, clocking in at 19 times the size of the Battle Royale map. This is big, but not as massive as a Minecraft world. On top of this, there are only four biomes in the game.
7Multiplayer Compatibility - Lego Fortnite
Minecraft is a great game to play with friends, but sometimes, setting up a server can be difficult. There are several options, such as hosting a LAN server, buying a realm, or buying a server hosted by an external website.
In Lego Fortnite, all you need to do is open Fortnite, join Lego Fortnite, invite some friends, and you are good to go! Worlds can also be opened for others to play when the world creator isn’t online.
6Building Creativity - Minecraft
Although Minecraft is a blocky world, there are dozens of blocks that you can use as a building material. There is pretty much no limit to your creativity; just take a look at the Japanese-inspired palace shown above!
Lego Fortnite is a bit more limited in terms of building options and material variation. For example, wooden wall pieces can be used in unique ways, but overall, it’s still just a wall. In Minecraft, pretty much all blocks are the same shape, so you may change what the ‘wall’ actually is. Leaves? Sponges? Blocks of Diamond? These all work as a wall replacement.
5Building Assistance - Lego Fortnite
Of course, building epic bases isn’t for everyone. If you need a bit of guidance, then Lego Fortnite is a bit better. Rather than placing blocks anywhere you want, you may opt to follow pre-built blueprints.
New blueprints will unlock as youfind new materialsand upgrade your village. From small shacks to huge cabins, you can follow a step-by-step layout, just like you’re building a real Lego set.
4Game Customization - Minecraft
For those interested in mods, Minecraft comes out on top. There arethousands of Minecraft modsin existence, with some being game-changing. you’re able to also find texture packs and shaders that change the appearance and lighting of Minecraft.
Lego Fortnite cannot be played with mods. While this isn’t a deal breaker, it also means that you cannot alter the game if something doesn’t meet your standards.
3Graphics - Lego Fortnite
Minecraft’s appearance is charming and nostalgic for many players, but it’s not the most graphically impressive. Lego Fortnite, on the other hand, really captures the 3D realness of Lego. The minifig players alone look like real plastic models.
The world itself isn’t made out of Lego; instead, it’s more in line with other Fortnite content. Overall, this makes for a multi-dimensional world that feels more graphically impressive than Minecraft.
2Gear Progression - Minecraft
Lastly, we have gear progression. By this, we mean the variety of gear and armor, along with how you upgrade to become stronger. In Minecraft, you can make wooden tools, progressing all the way up to Netherite. In terms of armor, you can wear Iron, Gold, Diamond, and Netherite. There is a clear upgrade progression to follow, as well as plenty of armor to keep safe.
Lego Fortnite has a variety of gear, but the progression isn’t quite as clear. Additionally, there is no armor; instead, you can craft charms to give you different stats. While this can be helpful, it’s not as satisfying asfinally getting enough Netheriteto upgrade your Diamond Pickaxe.
1Conclusion
Overall, the choice is up to you! If you are looking for a more full and complete experience though, then Minecraft is the way to go.
It’s important to note that Lego Fortnite launched in December of 2023; it’s not quite at Minecraft’s level, but this could change in years to come.
Below, you check out a summary of both games, highlighting the pros of each.
