All of the different figures

[spanks1984]

Do the different figures come with a new level or same levels different playable character? I was looking at this today and thinking about grabbing it, but if I have to get all of the figures to plat this game then I will pass because of the end price of it all.

Also what about the play packs? I saw the one with a pirate ship/chest and was wondering how that worked in the game?

[dazg]

If you read round the forums you will see answers to all your questions.

No each figure is only a different character with different moves.
You dnt need all figures to get plat, the 3 starter figures you get will be all you need.
And yes there are play packs and the ship one you seen is one, i think the other only toys r us sell at the moment

[Katzii_Yataki]

Originally Posted by spanks1984

Do the different figures come with a new level or same levels different playable character?

No. Only four figures come with new levels - the play packs that you mentioned. Terrafin and Ghost Roaster (a Toys R Us exclusive) are out now; two more will be out in the near future.

I was looking at this today and thinking about grabbing it, but if I have to get all of the figures to plat this game then I will pass because of the end price of it all.

As mentioned, you only technically need the starter pack to get the Platinum. Your life can be made easier with other Skylanders, but it's not necessary. I would say Terrafin is a good addition to your collection. If you want 100% completion in game (not necessary for the Platinum!), you will need one Skylander of each element.

Also what about the play packs? I saw the one with a pirate ship/chest and was wondering how that worked in the game?

You put the pirate ship on the portal, and it opens up a new level within the hub world. This won't add any trophies, but they're pretty fun, plus the items are quite useful (especially the Ghost Swords that come with the pirate level).