In this adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien's beloved stories, players embark on a quest that will lead them through the events of all three films, in the roles of custom characters they create. Developed by EA's Redwood Shores studio, Lord of the Rings: The Third Age separates itself from its predecessors with its turn-based RPG format -- it has been noted by designers that those who have played Final Fantasy should find the system familiar. Also notable is the ability to ride a horse or a warg in combat, both of which demand special skills.
Visiting locations from all three movies, such as Khazad Dum, Helm's Deep, Osgiliath, and Minas Tirith, players will interact with both heroes and villains as they travel across Middle-earth. At times, they will encounter scenarios that may tempt them to cross over from the side of Good, and join the forces of the evil Sauron. Aside from the main storyline, optional side quests are included, designed to allow players a more personalized experience with the game.
PLOT:
The plot of The Third Age involves Berethor, Captain of the Citadel Guard of Gondor, who is travelling to Rivendell to find Boromir, one of the nine members of the Fellowship of the Ring. On his way to Rivendell, he is attacked by a group of Ringwraiths and almost killed, but is rescued by a female elf named Idrial, who is a servant of Galadriel. They share a vision of Gandalf the Grey, who tells them that Boromir is travelling with the Fellowship, and that they are headed in the direction of Moria. On Berethor's way to Moria, he meets with Elegost, a Dúnedain Ranger. Following that, they meet with Hadhod, a dwarf warrior.
Features:
* Play on the side of light or shadow. In an adventure that intersects the main plot points of the film trilogy, battle on the side of the Fellowship in their quest to save Middle-earth or unlock the evil missions where you fight on the side of Sauron.
* Deep gameplay that expands all three films. Travel to familiar and unfamiliar places such as the Mines of Moria, Helm’s Deep, Pelennor Fields, Minas Tirith, and a host of unexpected locations like the White Mountains Plains.
* Customize your hero or villain: Upgrade your character with an in-depth skill tree system where you can acquire unique skills in melee combat, ranged weaponry, defense, and magic.
* Discover a vast array of weapons, armor and clothing, and other Middle-earth items.
* Free-roaming gameplay. Explore, take on side quests, and uncover secret characters to join your party, or special weapons and items to boost your existing characters.
* Fight alongside or against key characters from The Lord of the Rings such as Aragorn, Gandalf, Legolas, Eowyn, and the Balrog.
* New user-controlled cameras keep players aware of everything around them.
* Innovative turn-based battle system allows you to fight on horseback or Warg and define the rules of engagement.
* Voiceover from the original actors and footage from all three The Lord of the Rings films.
MANUFACTURER'S DESCRIPTION:
THE MOST EXCITING RPG SINCE FINAL FANTASY -ELECTRONIC GAMING MONTHLY
Battle alongside members of The Fellowship in an adventure spanning all three films in The Lord of the Rings trilogy.
Journey through Middle-earth with six new playable characters from the movies.
Customize your heroes with an in-depth skill tree and over a half million weapon, item, and armor combinations.
All-new turn-based combat system gives you a new level of strategic control over combat encounters.
Adventure with friends in cooperative multiplayer mode.
Stunning special effects and voiceover from the original actors bring the cinematic feel of the films to life.
Wreak havoc as the Balrog, a minion of Sauron, or other enemies in an expansive mini-game.
FEATURES:
- Third person perspective.
- 3D graphics
- Cartoon graphics
- Medieval Fantasy theme.
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