Top 10 Lord of the Rings Games
Top 10 Lord of the Rings Games
The 10 BEST Lord of the Rings Video Games
Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re counting down our picks for the Top 10 Lord of the Rings Games. For this list, we’ll be looking at those games that did justice to Tolkien’s Middle-earth. Which “The Lord of the Rings” game do you think deserves more attention? Let us know in the comments!
#10: “The Lord of the Rings: Conquest” (2009)
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Something of a guilty pleasure, "Conquest" is basically "Star Wars: Battlefront" adapted to the "Lord of the Rings" universe. While Pandemic Studios did not manage to fully replicate the magic of its other franchise, "Conquest" still has plenty of things going for it. The single-player campaign captures the epic scale of the battles as depicted in the movies. There’s even an evil route that greatly alters Tolkien's story. The multiplayer can also be fun with the right crowd, especially the titular "Conquest" mode. Ultimately, underwhelming combat and poor AI hinder "Conquest's" potential. But fans of "Lord of the Rings" are still likely to have a good time with this game.
#9: “The Lord of the Rings: Adventure Card Game” (2019)
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It seems only natural that a "Lord of the Rings" card game would exist in a post-"Hearthstone" world. Luckily, this 2019 release is more than just a clone of Blizzard's title. The "Adventure Card Game" is a single-player experience that pits an ever-evolving deck of heroes against Sauron's forces. Each scenario builds on the last to craft a grand overall tale. The mechanics are complex, the battles are difficult, and the roster of cards is impressive. Overall, "Adventure Card Game" scratches a digital itch that a "Lord of the Rings" release had yet to satisfy.
#8: “Guardians of Middle-earth” (2012)
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While MOBAs are usually synonymous with PC gaming, "Guardians of Middle-earth" was first and foremost designed with the console market in mind. Tailor-made for a controller, "Guardians of Middle-earth" streamlines the typical gameplay found in MOBAs like "League of Legends." It also successfully retains many of the strategic and cooperative elements that make this genre so addictive. Although "Guardians of Middle-earth" didn't have the staying power of the best MOBAs, it did prove that the genre could work outside of the PC scene. More importantly, who hasn't wanted to lead Gollum into battle against the likes of Gandalf and Galadriel?
#7: “The Lord of the Rings: The Third Age” (2004)
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When trips to Middle-earth became almost a yearly thing in the early 2000s, this decade produced plenty of variety. "The Third Age" is a turn-based RPG in the vein of classic Japanese franchises like "Dragon Quest" and especially "Final Fantasy,” that prioritizes accessibility. Featuring a roster of fresh faces, "The Third Age's" story exists alongside the classic "Lord of the Rings" tale. This allowed it to offer something new while sprinkling in elements and characters from Tolkien's narrative. With high production value, solid if unspectacular combat, and a suitably grand adventure, "The Third Age" is a must-play for RPG fans who love a bit of Middle-earth.
#6: “The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers” (2002)
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Released to coincide with the movie, "The Two Towers" is a highly enjoyable action romp through Middle-earth. Featuring three playable characters with distinct enough styles to make multiple playthroughs worth it, "The Two Towers" delivers fast-paced hack and slash combat. It tops that off with a rewarding progression system. Since each mission centers around sequences from the first two movies, the game's environments and visuals are fittingly cinematic. While a touch too short, "The Two Towers" is a thrill ride from beginning to end. There’s plenty of extras here that should delight fans of the franchise.
#5: “The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-earth II” (2006)
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Building upon the very solid foundations of 2004's "The Battle for Middle-earth," EA's sequel expands its Tolkien influence to include more lore than fans could ask for (xref). "The Battle for Middle-earth II" is foremost a real-time strategy game. Players must build armies as they take the fight to both the heroes and villains, depending on which of the two campaigns is played. With six factions and plenty of replay value, this game offers a lot of content, particularly when it comes to the "War of the Ring" mode and the multiplayer skirmishes.
#4: “The Lord of the Rings Online” (2007)
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A universe as rich as Tolkien's is an ideal candidate for the MMO treatment. "The Lord of the Rings Online'' debuted in 2007 before transitioning to a free-to-play model in 2010. In that time, it became the most fully realized simulation of Tolkien's world. The game blends typical MMORPG staples with a grounded tone while taking its story well beyond the scope of the movies. With eight expansions and a consistently evolving ecosystem, "The Lord of the Rings Online" has managed to sustain itself for more than a decade. It’s attention to detail has built the game a dedicated fan base who find joy in living within Middle-earth.
#3: “Lego The Lord of the Rings” (2012)
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The Lego games have been surprisingly consistent in terms of both quality and content. Traveller's Tales' adaptation of "The Lord of the Rings" combines the epic nature of the source material with Lego's typical brand of humor and puzzle-focused gameplay. This mix works quite well. By packing an impressive open-world with plenty of Tolkien-themed surprises, players are kept entertained well beyond the story's end. The playable roster covers more than 70 characters, including a few deep cuts like Radagast the Brown and Gloin. And if you like Traveller's Tales' Lego The Lord of the Rings" you’ll probably want to dive into "Lego The Hobbit" too. xref).
#2: “The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King” (2003)
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EA's sequel to "The Two Towers" basically offers more of the same things players loved, only better. "The Return of the King" has more playable characters, more varied missions, more upgrade options, more enemies, and a crisper presentation than its great predecessor. The hack and slash combat remains as engrossing and cinematic as ever. Players are awarded experience points depending upon their performance. And if that wasn’t enough, the game adds another dimension by including co-op for certain missions. As a movie tie-in game, "The Return of the King" stands out as one of the best of all time.
#1: “Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor” (2014)
If you combine Tolkien with a dash of "Assassin's Creed" and a hint of "Arkham Asylum," the result will be "Shadow of Mordor." Set before the events of "The Lord of the Rings" novels, "Shadow of Mordor" follows Talion, a ranger with wraith abilities and a thirst for vengeance. During his quest, the ranger parkours his way through settlements while making mortal enemies out of Sauron's forces. The game's crowning achievement is the Nemesis system that emphasizes the different personalities of the Uruk. Although the sequel improves on "Shadow of Mordor" in some ways, "Shadow of War's" loot boxes killed the experience before they were removed the following year. (xref). The definitive game here is the original title.
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