As you can see from this trailer, the LEGO games continue to push the boundaries of realistic graphics when it comes to the backdrops for these LEGO characters.

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The game allows kids and families to build their own LEGO worlds, or take part in epic adventures featuring LEGO characters and themes inspired by the popular toy lines.

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Ricks said the company doesn't shy away from characters getting killed, but they do it LEGO style.

CNN: Lord of the Rings lines, as delivered by LEGO characters

Developed by the company Traveler's Tales, the latest in the LEGO series, "LEGO The Lord of the Rings, " puts Frodo, Gandalf, Aragorn and the rest of the characters from "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy into block toy form as they trace storylines from the popular books and movies.

CNN: Lord of the Rings lines, as delivered by LEGO characters