Here’s a comparison with a proper LEGO Goat. Close, but no cigar, and I’m enjoying the fact that LEGO seem to be doing everything in their power to not give us a proper LEGO Goat that everyone sorely wants. Similar to The REC, when you go to join a game you’ll be automatically matched up with fellow players, cutting down on wait times. Got Next spots will still be an option for joining games, but now you have options when it comes to matchmaking. SEASONS PREVIEW Special thanks to the LEGO Group for providing this set for review 76208 The Goat Boat – Set Details The longboat is drawn through the skies by legendary goats Toothgnasher and Toothgrinder, who are raised off the ground so kids can easily push the ship along as they play. The set includes 5 minifigures – Thor, Mighty Thor, Valkyrie, Korg and Gorr – and a host of weapons and accessories, including Thor’s Stormbreaker axe. A central cabin features an opening roof for access to extra play space inside. Authentic accessories – including a boat wrench, fire extinguisher, map of New Asgard, bottle and a sunstone crystal – further inspire imaginative play. When the day’s Super-Hero adventures are over, kids can display the ship in their room. For extra construction fun, the free LEGO Building Instructions app contains intuitive, digital visualization tools, including zoom and rotate.

While moulded goats remain desirable, I think actually assembling these magical animals was appropriate here. After all, Toothgnasher and Toothgrinder are significantly bigger and stronger than typical goats, pulling their eponymous boat at remarkable speeds. Admittedly, their printed faces seem odd, but these designs convey great personality and the goats' different horns are perfect. There was a lot introduced in last years’ cruise ship online neighborhood. But to get a better idea of what NBA 2K23 built off of, we’re going to review the key features that were added in last year’s installment of the franchise. MyCOURTI did find it a little perplexing that the brown-haired goat (not sure which is Toothgrinder and which is Toothgnasher) had no molded ears, but after looking at some other promo images and merch, it looks like its ears in the source material are much shorter than the long, floppy ears of its white-haired companion. So I think the sideways studs on the pieces used to attach the horns are an OK representation of them in this case. Jane Foster’s Mighty Thor (played by Natalie Portman) is the most exciting minifigure in the set as it’s a female Thor, and it’s fantastic to have Jane Foster make a return. She has an all-new winged helm, and is wielding Mjolnir – in the movie, she seems to have Thor’s old Mjolnir (which was destroyed by Hela) but the design is the plain old grey Mjolnir, which is slightly unfortunate. If you thought the Cancha Del Mar was special, you’re in for a treat on the G.O.A.T. Boat in NBA 2K23, where they increased the total number of courts to play on while adding no-wait gameplay options to explore as well. Let’s go over all the details we can expect in this new neighborhood mode. Environmental Changes

To receive Quests in NBA 2K23, you must interact with NPCs. Previously, Quests would appear in your Quest Journal, but this year they won’t automatically be assigned. We’ll also be introducing a new type of Quest, in addition to Daily, Weekly, and Seasonal, called Rival Quests. Compete against the AI within an established storyline, where you go toe-to-toe 1v1. These Quests feature key NPCs you will interact with throughout the course of the game. Experience a more immersive story this year with rival NPCs, a realistic storyline, and authentic dialogue. CLOSING REMARKSLooking at how the Goat Boat looks in the trailers, I think LEGO have done a pretty good job getting the look of The Goat Boat, down to the shape which the more I think about is quite a feat at this price point without any specialised pieces. Here’s a look at the stern on the bow of the boat – which has 2 grey serpents, and presumably The Goat Boat’s license plate, with NA (New Asgard) 021 on it. It’s disappointing that there are no prints on his arms, or his legs, which I think is a big miss, and makes him one of the weaker minifigures in the set.

Here’s a look at Gorr the God Butcher played by Christian Bale. The minifigure is simple, with frayed cloths enveloping his torso like a mummy. Add his lifeless grey face, with red eyes, he really does look like some sort of Zombie mummy. All aboard! NBA 2K23 is ready to set sail on Current Gen consoles, and you don’t want to miss your chance to stay on this year’s luxury cruise liner. Last year, NBA 2K22 introduced an all-new Neighborhood, taking place on the Cancha Del Mar. The vessel sailed through uncharted waters, taking you and fellow hoopers on scenic excursions and hosting whale-sized events. The Neighborhood will once again call a luxury liner home in NBA 2K23, but the Cancha Del Mar has been replaced by The G.O.A.T. Boat. However, this year you will have to interact with the NPC to begin the quests, and, to add to their previous collection of quest options (Daily, Weekly, and Seasonal), NBA 2K23 will be introducing Rival Quests. Similarly to what it sounds like, each rival quest will be its own storyline that grants you a chance to go head-to-head with the NCP rival and enjoy an authentic dialogue experience. NBA 2K22: Cancha Del Mar NeighborhoodIn each of these cases, it still serves to define the position of a nose that doesn’t exist. Unless you put the helmet on one of the Western natives. Or Timmy. Timmy, smiting the naysayers with Mjolnir. You’re welcome for that mental image." Throughout the year, The G.O.A.T. Boat will receive cosmetic updates to match the vibe of each Season, keeping things fresh and festive. Courts will feature thematic designs and logos that will be updated for 2v2, 3v3, and 5v5. Keep your eyes on the horizon for more Season 1 news and updates coming soon! QUESTS: WHAT’S NEW