Lord of the Rings: War in the North

The Lord of the Rings: War in the North (2011) is an action RPG set in Middle-earth, following an original story parallel to the War of the Ring. Players control a trio of heroes—a human ranger, an elf mage, and a dwarf warrior—battling Sauron’s forces in the uncharted northern regions. The game emphasizes co-op gameplay, loot-driven progression, and brutal combat with decapitations and dismemberments. While praised for its faithful LOTR atmosphere and co-op mechanics, it was criticized for repetitive quests, glitches, and clunky AI. A Snowblind Studios title, it remains a cult favorite for LOTR fans despite its flaws.