Product Description
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Unseen lands from the world of Middle-earth are awaiting in this
visceral action-adventure RPG. The Lord of the Rings: War in the
North is set against the backdrop of the famous trilogy, yet
forges its own distinct path with a new story and an exciting
take on the popular genre. It gives players the unique
rtunity to explore previously untold stories in the realm of
Middle-earth during the journey of the ring. Innovative
cooperative gameplay pits you and your friends against the dark
forces of Middle-earth.
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The Lord of the Rings: War in the North is a co-op Action RPG,
from the developers of Baldur's Gate: Dark Alliance, that
immerses you and your friends in a brutal new chapter in the War
of the Ring. Set in Middle-earth during the time of the War of
the Ring, but separate from its events, War in the North is
inspired by both the Lord of the Rings books and movies allowing
players to draw their s, notch their axes, bend their bows
and raise their staffs against a wide range of deadly enemies and
traverse both established and never-before-seen locations. The
result is a journey that is both epic and , familiar yet
unexpected.
Become One of the Unknown Heroes on Middle-earth
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"With his far reaching rich hand Sauron might have done great
evil in the North. Yet all that has been averted because a
handful of heroes stood in his path." - Gandalf the White
Action RPG Lord of the Rings adventure firmly based in Tolkien
lore and co-op gameplay.
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Face off against Sauron's deadly Black Númenórean lord,
Agandaûr.
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In The lord of the Rings: War in the North you are one of these
heroes. Inspired by events from the famous book trilogy and their
retelling in Peter Jackson's films, the game features stunning
visuals, brutally realistic combat, a unique and compelling new
story, and innovative cooperative gameplay that pits you and your
friends against the dark forces of Middle-earth. In this game you
will form your own fellowship and fight against Sauron's forces
at the North.
Playable Characters and Co-op Gameplay
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The gameplay in The lord of the Rings: War in the North is all
about cooperation. Players will take on the role of either
Eradan, a Dúnedain ranger, Andriel, an Elf or Farin, a Dwarf.
Each will have special abilities tied to their race - for
example, a Dúnedain can combine different objects to create
unique items for use or sale in-game; Elves possess superior
, which will lead you to shortcuts and re of
trouble ahead; and Dwarves have the ability to notice weaknesses
at the walls and break them in order to find secret caves with
different loots. Each race with have character class
possibilities as well as legendary weapons. Once characters are
established, they must band together in multiplayer action,
working together to combat hordes enemies. These enemies include
goblins pouring from their strongholds in the Misty ains,
Uruk-hai from Isengard, savage wargs in the wilderness, giant
spiders infesting Mirkwood, massive trolls and most dramatic and
dangerous of all, bosses like Agandaûr, a deadly Black Númenórean
lord who long ago was tempted and turned by the lies of Sauron.
Along your journey you will also cross paths with Lord of the
Rings characters familiar and not so familiar, fulfilling little
known but important events of the wider War of the Ring. These
include: Aragorn's scouting party of the North, while Frodo
recovers in Rivendell from the wound he suffered at Weathertop;
missions with the Elven sons of Elrond, Elladan and Elrohir; the
responsibilities of the wizard, Radat the Brown; encounters
with the great eagles of the Misty ains and more.
Key Game Features
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* A brutal new The Lord of the Ring adventure set during, but
separate from the main events of the War of the Ring
* An exciting main story campaign coupled with dozens of side
quests
* Cross paths with your favorite Lord of the Ring heroes, as well
as more obscure characters
* Classic Action-RPG action that centers on co-op gameplay and
character development
* Three playable races - Dúnedain (man), Elf, Dwarf, each with
its own storyline and unique quests
* Multiple character classes including Mage, Scout and Warrior
* Magic abilities including active (fire, lightning and ice
spells) as well passive (morale bonuses, protective
shields/wards) spells
* The ability to craft items and potions
* A special Challenge Mode consisting of missions and s built
especially for co-op gameplay and not tied to the main campaign
Additional Screens
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Middle-earth races & classes.
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Frightening foes.
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Powerful allies.
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Multiple weapons & magic types.
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- A brutal new The Lord of the Ring adventure set during, but separate from the main events of the War of the Ring.
- Gameplay that includes an exciting story campaign coupled with dozens of side quests.
- Cross paths with your favorite Lord of the Ring heroes, as well as more obscure characters.
- Classic Action-RPG action that centers on co-op gameplay, multiple races/classes and character leveling and more.
- A special Challenge Mode consisting of missions and s built especially for co-op gameplay and not tied to the main campaign.