The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Ring

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Release Date: November 4, 2003

The Lord of the Rings: The War on the Ring is a real-time strategy produced by Liquid Entertainment. The action was set in the universe known from J.R.R.R. Tolkien's novel. Players have the opportunity to take part in spectacular battles known from "Lord of the Rings" cards, directing the forces of good or Sauron's servants.

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The first real-time strategy game for the PC set in J. R. R. Tolkien's Middle-earth™! Two single player story-based campaigns – play as the heroic Free Peoples of Middle-earth or the diabolical Minions of Sauron.

Locations

Participate in pivotal battles and events in the history of Middle-earth like the Battle for Helm's Deep.

Feel the effects of good and evil. The terrain is affected as the forces of the Free Peoples combat the corruption spread by Sauron's minions in their attempt to conquer Middle-earth.

Weather Effects

Spectacular weather and environmental effects. Wind sweeps across the grassy plains and storm clouds gather over the land, changing bright sunlight into lightning-streaked rainstorms.

Two Sides

Command the Free Peoples of Middle-earth including Dwarves, Elves, and Humans.

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Lead the Minions of Sauron including Orcs, Goblins, and Trolls.

Spells

Unleash dazzling special abilities on the battlefield.

Multi-Player

Powered by GameSpy™.net's Matchmaker system, up to 8 players can battle online for the fate of Middle-earth.

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