The Lord of the Rings: War in the North

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The Lord of the Rings: War in the North is an epic multiplayer action role-playing game based on the renowned novels by J.R.R. Tolkien.The Lord of the Rings: War in the North is an epic multiplayer action role-playing game based on the renowned novels by J.R.R. Tolkien. The Lord of the Rings: War in the North advances the RPG paradigm through innovative online, interdependent co-op play. Form your own fellowship online with up to three players to fight Sauron's forces in the North. Take on the role of either Eradan, a Dunedain ranger; Andriel, an elf; or Farin, a dwarf. In The Lord of the Rings: War in the North, you will become a hero in the great battle of the North as part of the epic War for the Ring. Explore unseen lands, story elements, and characters from Middle-earth as well as familiar elements from the films. The game offers extensive character customization and development with expansive co-op gameplay options and upgradable weapons, skills, and special abilities. Combine different objects to create unique items for use or for sale. Read More [+]

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The Lord of the Rings: War in the North Video Review
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Three brave new souls battle through Middle-earth in this video review for The Lord of the Rings: War in the North.
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Eradan and his group try to meet up with the elf twins in The Lord of the Rings: War in the North.
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Farin carries a huge axe but needs the healing help of his friends in The Lord of the Rings: War in the North.
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LOTR: War in the North News & Features

Legends of Middle-earth domains registered
Licensing firm picks up new game-related Web addresses focused on J.R.R. Tolkien's iconic fantasy novels.
Posted Mar 16, 2012 6:42 pm GMT
Warner Bros. lays off around 60 - Report
[UPDATE] Lord of the Rings: War in the North publisher confirms job cuts at Seattle-area studios; 3D Realms' George Broussard puts headcount at roughly 60.
Posted Nov 5, 2011 12:49 am GMT
AU Shippin' Out Nov. 21-24: Skyward Sword
Nintendo is out in force this week, with Zelda and Mario leading the charge.
Posted Nov 21, 2011 1:08 am GMT

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Latest LOTR: War in the North Updates

Type	Headline	Date
News	Legends of Middle-earth domains registered	Mar 16, 2012
Screens	7 new images posted	Nov 23, 2011
News	AU Shippin' Out Nov. 21-24: Skyward Sword	Nov 20, 2011
Screens	7 new images posted	Nov 16, 2011
Screens	9 new images posted	Nov 10, 2011
News	Warner Bros. lays off around 60 - Report	Nov 4, 2011
Review	The Lord of the Rings: War in the North Review	Nov 2, 2011
Review	The Lord of the Rings: War in the North Review	Nov 2, 2011

Review Scores

Platform	GameSpot	Metacritic / User Score
Xbox 360 Review this game	- -	61 8.2
PC Review this game	- -	66 7.4
PS3 Review this game	6.0	63 7.5

Game Info

Xbox 360 PC PS3 Release Info
- Release Date: Nov 1, 2011
- ESRB: M
  Titles rated M (Mature) have content that may be suitable for persons ages 17 and older.