Thank you to the reviewers who kindly informed us of the fatal laws they encountered, thus preventing them from finishing this game. I had only played a few scenes into the game when I read the informative reviews, and hence I was able to avoid becoming stuck due to my deleting and reinstalling the game after the update. Therefore, I was able to play it all the way through with no glitches.
Since I'm an avid middle-earth "groupie," who has repeatedly hunkered down in front of the TV, catching consecutive re-runs of the LOTR and The Hobbit trilogies, I must attest that I am in love with the theme of this game. This successful production is another example of this developer's adeptness in creating games that implement stimulating storylines, dazzling artwork, and entertaining gameplay.
The storyline presents a magical world in which the respective races that inhabit this world have their own territories and are distinct from one another. The appearances and personalities of the characters — from the Elves, to "Gandalf's long-lost twin," likewise adorned with long flowing hair and a sweeping gray beard — mirror the beloved middle-earth characters in the movies. Who else is cheering for the gorgeous Elves, even though they shunned their otherworldly grace? I like the switch of playing the Protagonist from a male's perspective. The graphics are uncharacteristically blurry at times, lacking the finely rendered sophistication that I normally see within some of the other titles under this developer.
The concepts of certain objectives evoke a medieval/middle-earth ambiance, as I create objects in a blacksmith's shop, prepare potions to heal people, and concoct spells using a Spell book. The HOSs comprise a pleasing medley of formats, some containing interactive elements. Their types frequently alter as I progress, thus preventing monotonous gameplay. In my opinion, the puzzles need higher degrees of difficulty; however, they are cleverly executed to suit the objectives. Some will test your dexterity skills, such as climbing mountains with related equipment. The collectibles are very conspicuously placed; no challenge here.
The explorational aspect is both vast and sufficient, with a multitude of locations to visit and tasks to effectuate. I'm pleased that this game includes a bonus chapter to increase the overall playtime, and hence the justification of the hefty price tag. I would have rated this game 5 stars if it were more challenging. Therefore, my final rating stands at 4 stars.
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