Middle-earth: Shadow of War

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4.6

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 1110 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 180 out of 1110
  3. Negative: 529 out of 1110

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  1. The_Steep
    Oct 10, 2017
    10
    Hello! Played a couple of hours and I want to say that the feeling is like that of Knight Arkham. Mechanics, gameplay, design and pumping are brought to the ideal. As a bunch of cool-put videos, ktt sensibly reveal the plot, many characters, in the game you feel the scale. Graphics at the level of the first part, which is not very pleasing, but on the ultra-
    settings The war is    Hello! Played a couple of hours and I want to say that the feeling is like that of Knight Arkham. Mechanics, gameplay, design and pumping are brought to the ideal. As a bunch of cool-put videos, ktt sensibly reveal the plot, many characters, in the game you feel the scale. Graphics at the level of the first part, which is not very pleasing, but on the ultra-
    settings The war is consistently showing 60 or more frames, which for such a-la slasher, very handy. If you thought about taking it or not, then boldly press the "buy" button and go to Mordor on the last trip of Taleon (I hope that this ring is enough to milk already).    … Expand
  2. DreamDays
    Jun 14, 2022
    10
    Instead of reading all of non-sense reviews just play the game, i enjoyed it a lot. especially the recruiting your own captains, orcs, and raiding castles etc.
  3. sihs
    Oct 14, 2017
    8
    --UPDATE--
    Ok, I can't note this game with a 0. It is **** great. I love the gameplay, the mechanics, the art directions, the animations, the free-running, it feels, sounds and tastes like Shadow of Mordor, but with enhanced graphics,map and story. As I didn't buy the game I have no access to online and microtransactions so I don't give a **** about it and I just have fun with it. The    --UPDATE--
    Ok, I can't note this game with a 0. It is **** great. I love the gameplay, the mechanics, the art directions, the animations, the free-running, it feels, sounds and tastes like Shadow of Mordor, but with enhanced graphics,map and story. As I didn't buy the game I have no access to online and microtransactions so I don't give a **** about it and I just have fun with it. The only bad point I found so long was that it is as easy as SoM even in Nemesis difficuly (only two hours of playtime for now, but I don't think it will change much).
    I'll keep the old review just so you can read it, but here's what I really think:
    1) This would be GOTY for everyone if no there were no microtransactions and people whining about it.
    2) It is sad that WB scums kept microtransactions in-game though.
    3) Play the game like me, don't care about microtransactions, I'm pretty sure I won't need it if I play this like Shadow of Mordor (aka 100%-in the game)

    I will probably get the score up once I played and finished the game, but well, I won't buy it because of microtransactions. Seriously, no one wanted it, it has been added because of **** pressure, and it will probably kill the Middle-Earth franchise, and Monolith.
    What did you think; making a $100 version of the game and forcing players to pay additional money to see the true ending was NOT a good idea. It will NEVER be a good idea. No one likes this.

    So to sum up the upcoming consequences of this catastrophic failure, WB, you scums:

    1) This will kill Monolith which will probably go bankrupt because of the conjonction of the economic system AND the day1 crack
    2) It will also kill the Middle-Earth franchise, we won't ever see another episode of Talion's journey
    3 ) It ruins the game, I still don't know to this day if it's worth playing, as this section turned me down
    4 ) It's NOT a **** mobile game, and no PC game should ever be like this.

    Sincerely, GO **** YOURSELF WITH A SPOON, WB.    … Expand
  4. mrseannathan
    Mar 11, 2018
    8
    Despite all the negative comments, I would still make a case for this game and tell you it's a great game to play. Whether it's worth paying full price for, that's up to you. It's very similar to the first (think of it as going from one Assassin's Creed title to another, there's very little difference but some stuff have been added and/or changed).

    Think of this game like an Assassin's    Despite all the negative comments, I would still make a case for this game and tell you it's a great game to play. Whether it's worth paying full price for, that's up to you. It's very similar to the first (think of it as going from one Assassin's Creed title to another, there's very little difference but some stuff have been added and/or changed).

    Think of this game like an Assassin's Creed (size of map, NPC's walking around, repetitive objectives) mixed with Batman combat (multistreak, skill tree, counter and strike) all in a LOTR setting. Some parts feel like a hack and slash, similar to For Honored but combat is still a lot like Batman.

    For those who are not die hard fans of the game, or LOTR in general, it's hard to really find a way to convince you to pay full price for it. I would recommend waiting for a sale but still taking the time to finish it. Despite getting the Gold Edition, I don't know if I see myself playing this when I've completed the game. Right now I'm trying to 100% the game but I am also growing impatient and may just finish the story and be done with it.

    One thing I would really change: The mini-cutscene you encouter when facing off against a captian..

    EDIT: I have now completed ACT 3.. I've 100%'d everything except the siege missions which are all part of this endgame (ACT 4). My strong recommendation.. all your collectables, but don't waste your time after you've hit ACT 4. It's the same stuff over and over again and everyone is saying just go on youtube and watch the ending (BUT ONLY DO THIS ONCE YOU'VE HIT ACT 4 aka SHADOW WARS).

    Despite that, absolutely powerful story! Love it and I'm almost compelled to play though it again.    … Expand
  5. kalas5119
    Feb 19, 2019
    8
    Juego muy completo. Se nota que es la misma desarrolladora que la serie Batman Arkham Asylum, ya que hereda el mismo sistema de exploración y combate. Historia larga y entretenida, me sorprendió gratamente, incluso el final está muy bien. Tiene un sistema de formar tu ejercito que es de lo mejor del juego, la pega es que tarda en llegar. Flaquea en el aspecto de exploración, ya que soloJuego muy completo. Se nota que es la misma desarrolladora que la serie Batman Arkham Asylum, ya que hereda el mismo sistema de exploración y combate. Historia larga y entretenida, me sorprendió gratamente, incluso el final está muy bien. Tiene un sistema de formar tu ejercito que es de lo mejor del juego, la pega es que tarda en llegar. Flaquea en el aspecto de exploración, ya que solo tiene 5 mapas y no son muy grandes. 8/10… Expand
  6. spzHades
    Mar 15, 2022
    10
    Tried it years ago and i know there was this frenzy with microtransactions and didn't buy the game and abandoned the thought of playing it.
    Now in 2022 i bought it , cheap and i am enjoying it sooo much.
    I remember how much fun i had with shadow of mordor.. this is better in every aspect. Love the game.. i hope they make another. PS. I know they did a d**k move with the    Tried it years ago and i know there was this frenzy with microtransactions and didn't buy the game and abandoned the thought of playing it.
    Now in 2022 i bought it , cheap and i am enjoying it sooo much.
    I remember how much fun i had with shadow of mordor.. this is better in every aspect.
    Love the game.. i hope they make another.

    PS. I know they did a d**k move with the microtransactions, it's good the community reacted.    … Expand
  7. Hell_d
    Oct 12, 2017
    8
    Game is true sequel to Shadow of Mordor, and this is a cool thing! Action picks up exactly from first game's finale (STILL first game wasn't huge cliffhanger).

    - Story - very strong, even overwhelming, at first feels like a bit messy but you'll get into it. - Characters/Acting - SUPERB - Gameplay - very solid non-stop slaughtering of Orcs, and after each kill you want more :) -    Game is true sequel to Shadow of Mordor, and this is a cool thing! Action picks up exactly from first game's finale (STILL first game wasn't huge cliffhanger).

    - Story - very strong, even overwhelming, at first feels like a bit messy but you'll get into it.
    - Characters/Acting - SUPERB
    - Gameplay - very solid non-stop slaughtering of Orcs, and after each kill you want more :)
    - Graphics - face animations are very cool BUT overall visuals are "meh"... game took a hit on graphics to keep the scale - and scale of game world here is HUGE!
    - Sound - Very solid.
    - Microtransactions? NOT A PROBLEM. DO NOT read those kids giving game 0 score. They just can't buy the game or simply spoiled and just moving with the hate train of mainstream gaming journals.

    I highly recommend this game to any player who is interested in strong, character-centric, story driven, long hours fun!
    Also, if you skipped first game - go pick it up, you'll not regret it!    … Expand
  8. yoker666
    Oct 22, 2017
    9
    Middle-earth™: Shadow of War™ is a good action game. If you enjoyed the first game, you will probably enjoy this too.

    Best thing about this game is it's gameplay. The game doesn't look amazing, but it doesn't bother you when you play. I cannot say a lot about the story, since I haven't finished it yet, but so far it's been better than in the first one. The game seems longer too, than    Middle-earth™: Shadow of War™ is a good action game. If you enjoyed the first game, you will probably enjoy this too.

    Best thing about this game is it's gameplay. The game doesn't look amazing, but it doesn't bother you when you play. I cannot say a lot about the story, since I haven't finished it yet, but so far it's been better than in the first one.

    The game seems longer too, than it's predecessor. There are more areas and the story has more depth and different quest lines. Overall there is lot to do, so you won't be bored very easily in this game. The orcs, captains, warchiefs and overlords have really many different traits and features which makes the gameplay more interesting.

    Shadow of War (the name could be less generic though) is one of the best games in 2017. The fact that it's based on Lord of the Rings lore makes it even more great.    … Expand
  9. DrGiulianaDave
    Nov 1, 2017
    10
    Reading reviews for this games is probably the best way to loose IQ...
    This game is amazing, and even better than Shadow of Mordor. The loot-system works well, same with the skill-system. The nemesis system is still awesome, perhaps even a little improved.
    Regarding the loot crates, i haven't bought a single one and i'm smashing through it no problem. If you take your time and enjoy    Reading reviews for this games is probably the best way to loose IQ...
    This game is amazing, and even better than Shadow of Mordor. The loot-system works well, same with the skill-system. The nemesis system is still awesome, perhaps even a little improved.

    Regarding the loot crates, i haven't bought a single one and i'm smashing through it no problem. If you take your time and enjoy the game, you have no need for the whatsoever.    … Expand
  10. phreaman
    Oct 13, 2017
    9
    Come on. I spent 10 hours in a game and not even once looked into micro-transactions ... I think it's even better that there is such option in a game. For me it's always an additional way to support developers, if you like the game and want to do that. It's nothing obtrusive for me. But i'm a guy who very rarely buys additional content for a game and doesn't care about loot boxes withCome on. I spent 10 hours in a game and not even once looked into micro-transactions ... I think it's even better that there is such option in a game. For me it's always an additional way to support developers, if you like the game and want to do that. It's nothing obtrusive for me. But i'm a guy who very rarely buys additional content for a game and doesn't care about loot boxes with different skins or whatever ... The game is much bigger than the first one and improved in many aspects. But still it's only a game so it will frustrate you sometimes. Somehow you need to understand that the world of Shadow of Mordor is a very dynamic system and nothing is set in stone, everything can change. Overall i'm satisfied with a package and can recommend it for every fan of Shadow of Mordor. For everyone else, it depends on your attitude toward some of game mechanics. For me, a mix of Assassins Creed, Batman Arkam City with a dynamic open world, great graphics and good story is all i want for long autumn evenings. I gave 9 out of 10 because as in Shadow of Mordor sometimes fighting orcs can be really tiresome.… Expand
  11. rodericrinehart
    Jan 2, 2018
    9
    SCORE: 9/10

    First off, the game is an improvement in every way from Shadow of Mordor - better combat, more varied environments, better graphics, better world building, better use of your followers, and no QTEs. It is a derivative game - combining the parkour of Assassin's Creed, the towers of Far Cry and Assassin's Creed, with the melee combat of Batman and the bow combat of Tomb Raider    SCORE: 9/10

    First off, the game is an improvement in every way from Shadow of Mordor - better combat, more varied environments, better graphics, better world building, better use of your followers, and no QTEs. It is a derivative game - combining the parkour of Assassin's Creed, the towers of Far Cry and Assassin's Creed, with the melee combat of Batman and the bow combat of Tomb Raider or Horizon Zero Dawn, There are times with investigations - similar to The Witcher 3 and Batman. It combines all these aspects into the lore and world of Tolkien. It isn't canon by any means, but it is an enjoyable story and only the most die-hard fans would have a problem with it. My favorite book and movie ever is The Lord of the Rings, and I'm fine with the liberties this game takes.

    As for the microtransactions and loot boxes that people have complained about, it is far overblown. You absolutely do not need a single thing, and I have seen multiple gaming publications repeat that same things. When I read Metacritic and some forums, I would swear that the people complaining have never actually played the game. That said, I wish they weren't there because I don't like them in general and don't like where the games industry is headed with them.

    The game is super fun, looks to have 40-60 hours of extended gameplay for just one play-through, and offers ultrawidescreen gaming that performs very well at 3440x1440p on ultra everything with a 1080ti.    … Expand
  12. Eradicate
    Oct 14, 2017
    10
    Learn how to play this game before you knock it, dear god. You gamer's now of days don't know good games anymore. This game is amazing, just learn how to play it. You don't need those micro transactions to play or beat this game. The combat is awesome, story is not bad, graphics are okay but to have a rating this low just mean you're trolling or you have no idea how to play this game. ILearn how to play this game before you knock it, dear god. You gamer's now of days don't know good games anymore. This game is amazing, just learn how to play it. You don't need those micro transactions to play or beat this game. The combat is awesome, story is not bad, graphics are okay but to have a rating this low just mean you're trolling or you have no idea how to play this game. I have 2 castles full with powerful orcs I took into my army. The game is not a 10 but putting that to offset these troll reviews. Don't get my wrong I think micro transactions are killing the industry but you don't have to say the game is terrible for it.… Expand
  13. Maiser
    Oct 14, 2017
    10
    Fair score 8.5/10, but i will put a 10 to compensate the rage. I understand going against micro transactions in a fully paid game, but after almost finishing the game i can say that they are totally optional. Yes, you can use them if you want to skip half of the game content (captain capturing) to conquering fortresses with no effort, but for me, you are paying for a 'cheat', not the 'mustFair score 8.5/10, but i will put a 10 to compensate the rage. I understand going against micro transactions in a fully paid game, but after almost finishing the game i can say that they are totally optional. Yes, you can use them if you want to skip half of the game content (captain capturing) to conquering fortresses with no effort, but for me, you are paying for a 'cheat', not the 'must have content you need in order not to spend hundred of hours grinding' which i am constantly reading and which i can completely tell is false (moreover, loot booxes items are not necesarily better than ingame items).… Expand
  14. batmattman
    Oct 11, 2017
    9
    Game is being review bombed by people who've never played and are mad about loot boxes, so I felt the need to add my 2 cents as someone who's actually got at least 10 hours in it (and intend to put many, MANY more into it.)

    Its bloody good fun and if you enjoyed Shadow of Mordor then you'll love it. Ignore the haters, yes there are loot boxes but no you don't need to buy them. I'm    Game is being review bombed by people who've never played and are mad about loot boxes, so I felt the need to add my 2 cents as someone who's actually got at least 10 hours in it (and intend to put many, MANY more into it.)

    Its bloody good fun and if you enjoyed Shadow of Mordor then you'll love it. Ignore the haters, yes there are loot boxes but no you don't need to buy them. I'm drowning in the ingame currency and even then I haven't got any loot boxes apart from the ones I unlocked by playing the game. You get a gold loot box for doing online vendetta mission and the get rewarded with premium currency for doing certain objectives.

    The orcs are the real heroes of this game and the interactions with them are brilliant. My fav so far was called "the Bard" his weapon was a lute/club and he sang me a song before attacking and then sang throughout the fight. Another one was "Krackhorn the Inscrutable" who was extremely fast talking with an Irish brogue (if you've ever seen Snatch, he was basically a pikey ork)

    Lorewise you might be a bit irritated if you're a hardcore Tolkien fan but it really doesn't matter in the grand scheme of things.

    Final thoughts: Ignore the children who have sticks in their butts about something completely ignorable. This is a good game and shouldn't be getting the hate that it is. It's a shame they've manages to tank the user score here but hopefully it will come back up when more people who actually own the game get around to reviewing it (they're all too busy at the moment having fun slaughtering orcs)    … Expand
  15. Stzero
    Oct 18, 2017
    8
    This is a serious review without paying attention to the DLCs and Microtransactions Problem!

    This Game is a true successor. It makes some things even better then the first game. True Action Combat, badass Enemies and a lot of things to do makes me love this game. Even the exciting Story makes Sense for me (specially for LotR Fans). Some choices in character development and equipment    This is a serious review without paying attention to the DLCs and Microtransactions Problem!

    This Game is a true successor. It makes some things even better then the first game. True Action Combat, badass Enemies and a lot of things to do makes me love this game. Even the exciting Story makes Sense for me (specially for LotR Fans). Some choices in character development and equipment stuff makes you feel a little bit of RPG.

    Graphics: 8/10
    Sound: 7/10 (Im missing some music there)
    Gamedesign: 9/10 (A lot of things to do; Amazing Combatsystem; well designed Missions)
    Balance: 8.5/10 (Some skills/legendary equipments are slightly overpowered)
    Story: 9/10 (+1 for me because of the franchise and setting)
    Scope: 9/10 (As i said... there are countless things to do; took 60 Hours for me inclusive a lot
    of Killing and grinding with pleasure)

    MY RATING : 84 /100 >>Very Good    … Expand
  16. Zardas
    Oct 13, 2017
    10
    I haven't even played the game yet, just adding a 10 to counter all these butthurt idiots who cry about the game having microtransactions. Newsflash: you don't have to buy any of that stuff. And people are actually buying them, or else the practice would've died out years ago. Think about that, gaming justice warriors :)
  17. Destroyer67
    Oct 14, 2017
    9
    True meaning of a proper sequel. Kept the awesome things from the first and put it into the second. The new RPG elements in the game are great. Cut scenes are still amazing as they were in the first, great voice acting done by Troy Baker and Alastair Duncan. Overall amazing game. Haven't had the need or want to use the micro transaction's. Honestly, micro transactions in a single playerTrue meaning of a proper sequel. Kept the awesome things from the first and put it into the second. The new RPG elements in the game are great. Cut scenes are still amazing as they were in the first, great voice acting done by Troy Baker and Alastair Duncan. Overall amazing game. Haven't had the need or want to use the micro transaction's. Honestly, micro transactions in a single player game is better than ones in a multiplayer game where the payer gets the advantage, so no need to complain.… Expand
  18. Caruat
    Oct 20, 2017
    10
    Do not read the negative reviews of users. They are devoid of arousal and are thrown against a play masterpiece only for unnecessary and completely optional microtransmissions! But do you realize that by doing so, you just do not mind a great single player game? This is a masterpiece game and a possible candidate at GOTY 2017. 10 full and praise.
  19. Tathamet
    Oct 12, 2017
    10
    All the people writing 0 score reviews are idiots. If they would have actually played the game, they would know the loot boxes are completely unnecessary. Should they have added them? No, not in my opinion. Does it hurt the gameplay? Not at all.

    How a review site doesn't require people to have actually played the game is beyond me. To me, this game is shadow of mordor but just plain    All the people writing 0 score reviews are idiots. If they would have actually played the game, they would know the loot boxes are completely unnecessary. Should they have added them? No, not in my opinion. Does it hurt the gameplay? Not at all.

    How a review site doesn't require people to have actually played the game is beyond me.

    To me, this game is shadow of mordor but just plain better. Better movement, better orcs, bigger fights.

    To any of you losers "boycotting" the game, go boycott something that's actually worth doing that to. This is a singleplayer game, if people want to spend extra money to get more orcs, let them. It's not a pay2win mechanic. It's not a paywall. nothing in the boxes is exclusive.

    Of all the games you could have done this to, this is not the one.    … Expand
  20. sasaipalicai
    Oct 15, 2017
    10
    **** this stupid ppls!

    This is awesome game! This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is    **** this stupid ppls!

    This is awesome game! This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is awesome game!This is awesome game!    … Expand
  21. daupoh
    Oct 15, 2017
    10
    Не поставил бы этой игре 10, ибо ее оценка по моим ощущения находится на пару баллов ниже. Но скажем спасибо дегенератам, ставящим 0 из-за наличия в игре микротранзакций. Они конечно не работают, возраст или интеллект на уровне 15 летних, за них, скорее всего, думает любимый школоло-блогер. Очень трезво, очень объективно, очень по взрослому.

    Игра абсолютно правильный сиквел: все что    Не поставил бы этой игре 10, ибо ее оценка по моим ощущения находится на пару баллов ниже. Но скажем спасибо дегенератам, ставящим 0 из-за наличия в игре микротранзакций. Они конечно не работают, возраст или интеллект на уровне 15 летних, за них, скорее всего, думает любимый школоло-блогер. Очень трезво, очень объективно, очень по взрослому.

    Игра абсолютно правильный сиквел: все что хорошо работало в первой части - улучшено.
    Все, что было лишним - убрано.
    Слабые места подтянулись (правда не так хорошо, как хотелось бы).
    Если любили первую часть, серию Batman, не являетесь идолопоклонником Профессора, а просто любите сеттинг Властелина колец, любите хорошие боевые системы и вообще красочные схватки - обязательно приобретайте.
    Дайте индустрии понять, что система "немезис" востребована.

    Что до микротранзакций: нет никакого смысла заносить в игру реальные деньги.
    Кроме внутриигровой валюты, которая сыпется вам за любую активность в огромных количествах, учавствуя в охоте за орками-убийцами других игроков вы будете получать те же самые золотые сундуки, за которые в теории могли бы заплатить.
    Нужны ли они вам? Нет, если вам нравится то, что я перечислил выше. Если же вас интересует исключительно история, а схватки утомляют, то в таком случае конечно могут пригодиться. Но, как мне кажется, если кор геймплей не удовлетворяет ваших потребностей, то лучше вовсе не покупать игру.    … Expand
  22. acardo
    Oct 22, 2017
    9
    I have completed the game in 40h (without chapter IV) so I will give my honest opinion.

    Pros: + Nemesis system + RPG system (items, gems etc.) + Main plot + Nice plot connection to the LOTR Lore + World + Orcs + Only 1 crash during whole 40h of playing the game + Basically no bugs and glitches Neutral: * graphic (it is only ok) * loot boxes (I have only bought couple for    I have completed the game in 40h (without chapter IV) so I will give my honest opinion.

    Pros:
    + Nemesis system
    + RPG system (items, gems etc.)
    + Main plot
    + Nice plot connection to the LOTR Lore
    + World
    + Orcs
    + Only 1 crash during whole 40h of playing the game
    + Basically no bugs and glitches

    Neutral:
    * graphic (it is only ok)
    * loot boxes (I have only bought couple for the in game Mirian, I have never felt the need to buy the ones for real money)

    Cons:
    - Chapter IV is just a big grind for nothing really- Taking castles can feel a bit repetitive    … Expand
  23. Hoegaardener70
    Oct 19, 2017
    10
    I just finished this game, and I spent 60 hours with it. I did not use any paid loot boxes, and I had a blast. it is your personal decision. Although I do not approve of the practice of microstransactions, at least here it’s not necessary to finish the game. Amd besides that, the story is great, the game mechanics are intuitive and complex at the same time, and you will have a blast.
  24. Mrm77
    Nov 5, 2017
    10
    I completed the game yesterday and i liked the game shadow of war is much better than mordor and i recomend this game to all who love tolkin's world and action adventure games.
    But unfortunately reviewer didn't give a real score that is comfortable for this game but shadow of war is one of five best games in 2017 and i think the real suitable meta score for this game could be about 90
  25. cottandy
    Oct 20, 2017
    8
    A good game, recommended to every Action RPG and rogue killing fans.
    Beautiful start, great/good middle of the game, long, boring, sometimes even horrible and badly done ending - especially sieges. MASSIVE FIGHTS AND SIEGES ARE TRASH.
    Combat system and control feedback are bad, esperially in said above massive fights and sieges. But also the skill set for rogue play and how you can you    A good game, recommended to every Action RPG and rogue killing fans.
    Beautiful start, great/good middle of the game, long, boring, sometimes even horrible and badly done ending - especially sieges. MASSIVE FIGHTS AND SIEGES ARE TRASH.

    Combat system and control feedback are bad, esperially in said above massive fights and sieges. But also the skill set for rogue play and how you can you use it is beautiful.

    Until the 4th act it's a great action RPG with an interesting storytelling. Like any action it can become repetitive, but it's not pure hack and slash, because half of the game you can be a rogue, which is the best part of gameplay. Also the creators did nice job in making your enemies more lively for you not to get tired of killing them again and again. Until some point of course when you have already killed hundreds of them.

    P.S. About mini-transactions: They don't really effect the gameplay if you don't use them until the 4th act. Yes, there is a lot of grime in the end, but the worst part about it are not mini-transactions, but horrible siege gameplay and too badly done massive fights, also it all becomes too similar and repetitive, besides being badly done.

    A lot of people give this game 0 rating because of it, which is dumb. Yes, the game became much worse because of the 4th act, but until that point everything was great.

    Multiplayer is also not worth even trying, because it's siege.    … Expand
  26. AbalS2000
    Oct 17, 2017
    8
    Hasta el segundo acto la historia merece la pena y aunque se tome ciertas licencias con el lore, mantiene un ritmo interesante, 9 horas hasta el segundo acto y empiezas la gestión de ejercito y tema "táctico" y de gestión:
    Bastante mejor que el Shadow of Mordor.
    Translation: Until the second act, the story is worth it and even if you take certain licenses with the lore, keep an    Hasta el segundo acto la historia merece la pena y aunque se tome ciertas licencias con el lore, mantiene un ritmo interesante, 9 horas hasta el segundo acto y empiezas la gestión de ejercito y tema "táctico" y de gestión:
    Bastante mejor que el Shadow of Mordor.
    Translation:
    Until the second act, the story is worth it and even if you take certain licenses with the lore, keep an interesting pace, 9 hours until the second act and start the army management and "tactical" and management theme:
    Better than the Shadow of Mordor    … Expand
  27. Lobstrman
    Oct 17, 2017
    9
    Ignore the review bombing. 90% of the 0-2 scores haven't actually played the game, but merely raging about it because of a rushed, and dishonest review by Polygon. You do not need to buy anything with real money, and you can even get quite a nice amount of the premium currency by playing the asynchronous online game. Or you can buy lootboxes with ingame currency which the game showers youIgnore the review bombing. 90% of the 0-2 scores haven't actually played the game, but merely raging about it because of a rushed, and dishonest review by Polygon. You do not need to buy anything with real money, and you can even get quite a nice amount of the premium currency by playing the asynchronous online game. Or you can buy lootboxes with ingame currency which the game showers you in. If you don't rush it, and just explore and play around with the nemesis system which is better than ever, then you will have no problem in the late game.
    That out of the way, the game is good. It's just more of the same thing as Shadow of Mordor, but with expanded gameplay, a much better nemesis system, smooth gameplay that will open up 4-5 hours into the game in a drastic manner. The first hours are not the best, but after you acquire the ability to turn orcs to your side, it's a different experience, and one of the best around. Killing orcs is fun, taking ones you like over is better, and then making them do all sorts of crazy stuff is the best. Combat has improved over the first game. It's still the same basics, with a lot of unlockable skills, and modifiers to those skills, and orc captains who will actually learn your patterns, and defend against them, which will make the crazy fights from the first game even more crazier. And it's fun to lose too, which a lot of games can't do well.
    As to negatives, the freerunning is still not as smooth as i would have liked, you can get stuck on things, run up things you don't want, not being able to ascend. It's serviceable but not the best. The story and voice acting is ranging from mediocre to bad most of the time, but there are a couple of good characters, and the ending of act 3 is quite spectacular. Did not expect it, it's quite fitting, and it makes you rethink things which is good. Also it busts Tolkien's lore all over the place, but if you are okay with sometimes fanfiction levels of plot, it serves the game. Still skipped a lot of it, and i really hated all of the gondorians. Also the orcs talk a bit too much sometimes, and it's unskippable.
    All in all, even if it's not GOTY, or my favorite game ever, it's a really good game, worth playing, and worth replaying. And don't worry about the userscore here. It reflects the views of people who never played the game. People who actually bought it, and reviewed it over on Steam, show a much better picture with over 80% recommendations.    … Expand
  28. KarmicCannon
    Oct 17, 2017
    10
    Loved the first game. Love this game. Do not listen to microtransaction review bombers. I play on Nemesis difficulty and have completed the storyline; I am continuing to play to reach 100% completion and have never felt like I needed to use the microtransactions. The crates are completely optional and not necessary. Anyone who says otherwise most likely has not played the game.

    The    Loved the first game. Love this game. Do not listen to microtransaction review bombers. I play on Nemesis difficulty and have completed the storyline; I am continuing to play to reach 100% completion and have never felt like I needed to use the microtransactions. The crates are completely optional and not necessary. Anyone who says otherwise most likely has not played the game.

    The "Nemesis" system does not fail to infuriate (in the best way) and impress. There is something so satisfying about one of your warchiefs betraying you, so you shame him. He then tries to ambush you, so you shame him again. Out of spite you hunt him down and shame him until he is level 1. You then burn him to death for good measure. A while later you are ambushed and it turns out he has cheated death and has become a level 40, he is deranged from all the shaming, and is wearing bandages from being burned. At that point I branded him again and made him overlord of a fort. This is just one amazing experience I have had so far with the nemesis system and there have been countless others.

    Besides the Nemesis system I love the new item and gem systems. Both of these combined with all the skill options allows you a lot of customization to suit your playstyle or adapt to the needs of a situation.

    This is so far one of the most entertaining games I have played this year. It is beautiful in 4K and it is everything the developer promised it to be. Bigger and better than the first game. I can’t wait for DLC to this and hopefully a 3rd game in this series. Well done Monolith!    … Expand
  29. SwissCheeese
    Nov 6, 2017
    8
    Game is fun, well executed, bigger. It takes the good things from the first one and improve them. Micro transactions is NOT an issue ; got money to spend ? Go ahead. Don’t want to ? No problem, earn your perks in game. I am near my play trough, at around 60 hours of fun (with vendetta and online fortress). Money well spend.
  30. Soujirop
    Dec 18, 2017
    8
    Shadow of War is everything Shadow of Mordor wanted to be, but sometimes it feels more like a big DLC rather than a new game.

    The graphical aspect didn't improve much, the combat is still really enjoyable as long as you play in the highest difficulty. There is more variety in the animations and the skills have been organized in a more RPG fashion, which is good. There is also a loot    Shadow of War is everything Shadow of Mordor wanted to be, but sometimes it feels more like a big DLC rather than a new game.

    The graphical aspect didn't improve much, the combat is still really enjoyable as long as you play in the highest difficulty. There is more variety in the animations and the skills have been organized in a more RPG fashion, which is good. There is also a loot system now with a variety of gear that give interesting bonuses. The nemesis system has aged well, with a wider spectrum of orcs that now you will actualy get to see waging war against each other, with big fortresses as rewards. The story has been greatly improved both in length and dramatism, but it is clearly more concerned about mimicking an action movie than about being consistent with LORT lore. The weakest point of the game is likely its 4th and final act, in which you will spend hours of repeating the same actions over and over again, everything to get an abrupt, not very satisfying, ending. The variety and size in the world are welcomed, but they don't really get to break monotony as you will do mostly the same things in every province.

    About the loot boxes, not sure what to think about them. I can only say I've never used them and didn't feel the need at all.

    Overall a good game that will benefit as it keeps turning in a more RPG experience, maybe for the 3rd title?    … Expand
  31. slothinator
    Oct 12, 2017
    9
    A list of the ways microtransactions have ruined my experience of the game...
    They haven't, I've played it perfectly fine without the tiniest need to buy lootboxes, stop making such a big deal out of nothing. The game is really good and no need to buy lootboxes, if you liked the first game you will love this one
  32. georgio
    Oct 13, 2017
    8
    I have to say that the negative reception just because of presence of lootboxes is absolutely ridiculous and overblown. I want to be fair to the game so I will actually give some reasoning:

    1) You don't need lootboxes in the first place. They do not give anything that you cannot get by yourself - including legendary followers. Additionally legendary followers cannot replace knowing at    I have to say that the negative reception just because of presence of lootboxes is absolutely ridiculous and overblown. I want to be fair to the game so I will actually give some reasoning:

    1) You don't need lootboxes in the first place. They do not give anything that you cannot get by yourself - including legendary followers. Additionally legendary followers cannot replace knowing at least basics of the game. E.g. not sending your follower who is terrified of karagors against beatmaster.

    2) The "true ending" is in reality an endgame content. You bet the main storyline and instead of finishing the game outright you have a possibility to play the game for fun with at least some sort of a goal in the end. It is absolutely perfect to play the game just an hour or two a day for a longer time to achieve this. I love this concept as this is something that many sandbox games (e.g. Mount and blade) are weak at. Once you have the full builds and all the levels these games lack true endgame content to participate in.

    3) Even if you do not believe in any of what was said you can gain gold from daily challenges if you wish. But you can also earn **** of ingame currency that can also buy you stuff as you play. My estimate is that you can get content that one gold chest gives in around 20 to 30 minutes of regular play - while actually having fun and progressing the game. But as I explained in 1 and 2 you really do not need this.

    Now some people may come and say that no matter the arguments they hate lootboxes and they will not support any game that has it. Fair enough. But then it is a mystery for me that games like PoE have high ratings when in these games real money gives you tangible advantage (e.g. purchasing stashes in PoE is basically a must if you want to be on par with other players).

    Where some people see corporate greed I see another opportunity for monetization. If there are people who wish to spend hundreds of dollars for a game then let them. This will make game developers more successful so that we can have more quality games in the future. There are obviously people who disagree with this monetization model and that is fair. However I would love to see consistency there - not picking this game as a scapegoat and example to be punished.

    Speaking of quality I believe this is a solid continuation of the first installment. The combat is fun, the story is compelling and there is good new content added in form of challenges and other stuff. You have more abilities and more toys to play with when you are murdering the orcs. In general the game is well executed and anybody who enjoyed the first installment or games like Dying Light will be happy with this game.    … Expand
  33. Zarypa
    Oct 16, 2017
    9
    Its PATHETIC the fact we have this **** community of reviewers. Its pathetic you BOMB this game just because of microtransactions. There are maany ways of implement micros. The fact is about the game being or not P2W.
    First step, it is a Single Player so its fcking ridiculous taling about P2W when there is not PvP.
    In the game you can get everything trough grinding and gaming. And yes,    Its PATHETIC the fact we have this **** community of reviewers. Its pathetic you BOMB this game just because of microtransactions. There are maany ways of implement micros. The fact is about the game being or not P2W.
    First step, it is a Single Player so its fcking ridiculous taling about P2W when there is not PvP.
    In the game you can get everything trough grinding and gaming.
    And yes, it has micros, so you can get more stuff faster. You ARE FREE to get them or not. It depends of the money and time you have. I think it is POSSITIVE that, for people with LESS TIME TO PLAY, people with family, job, than can play maybe 6 hours A WEEK (yes, they exist, and they love gaming as much as we do), they implement this kind of "boosts", so that they can achieve, if they want, better stuff earlier. But, would it influence in YOUR GAMEPLAY, you player that doesnt want to spend more money? It doesnt, does it?.
    The game is wonderfull, beautifull, deep and well optimized. It has every way improved from the first one. Is fun and, in hard option, it makes you think what to do and not jump into a bunch of orcs, coz they will rape you early game at least.

    You can like it micros or not BUT IN THIS CASE, single player game and not P2W, you ARE FREE to choose if buy boosts or not. Let people but it if they want, as they buy XP boosts in League of Legends or War Thunder. There are lots of gamers in our community without the time you have to sepnd gaming, but with a good lvl of economy. Everyone is free investing their MONEY AND THEIR TIME. If a company gives us the chance, WITHOUT SPOILING the game, i think is possitive. Dont be rat ids and give a chance to EMPATHY.    … Expand
  34. karatvoxa
    Oct 11, 2017
    9
    Dumbasses that don't own the game are spamming this to try and get it a bad score. Ignore the loot box **** and the game itself is absolutely fantastic
  35. GameOverNL
    Oct 15, 2017
    9
    I'm only an hour or so in the game and it is awesome. In my opinion the 0 reviews and calls to boycot the game because of micro transactions, is totally rediculous. The graphics are awesome and the game is so much better than the 1st. You could have given the game a bit more credit as an honest review is about pros and cons, but I suspect you haven't even played the game have you? I won'tI'm only an hour or so in the game and it is awesome. In my opinion the 0 reviews and calls to boycot the game because of micro transactions, is totally rediculous. The graphics are awesome and the game is so much better than the 1st. You could have given the game a bit more credit as an honest review is about pros and cons, but I suspect you haven't even played the game have you? I won't be doing a full review because of the limited time I have played. So, back to this work of art that grabbed me from the very first moment, not many games do that.… Expand
  36. Keicraig
    Nov 20, 2017
    10
    This game is everything I loved about the previous title and so much more! I spent most of release day playing. It contains gorgeous open maps, fantastic orcs and new types of enemies, many missions, endless action, deep gameplay, long story mode. I'm getting more than my money's worth! Players get loot by playing missions, so the micro transaction controversy isn't effecting me becauseThis game is everything I loved about the previous title and so much more! I spent most of release day playing. It contains gorgeous open maps, fantastic orcs and new types of enemies, many missions, endless action, deep gameplay, long story mode. I'm getting more than my money's worth! Players get loot by playing missions, so the micro transaction controversy isn't effecting me because I want to spend hours playing the game.… Expand
  37. AcidCasualty
    Oct 11, 2017
    9
    I see this game got zero bombed by a herd of startled gamers. Ignore the stampede. It's a good game.

    I've played about 5 hours and progressed just fine without spending dime one on microtransactions. Furthermore, it's a truly enjoyable game - it builds upon the excellent gameplay of the original in the IP, deepens the satisfying Nemesis System, and improves just about everything.    I see this game got zero bombed by a herd of startled gamers. Ignore the stampede. It's a good game.

    I've played about 5 hours and progressed just fine without spending dime one on microtransactions. Furthermore, it's a truly enjoyable game - it builds upon the excellent gameplay of the original in the IP, deepens the satisfying Nemesis System, and improves just about everything.

    It's hard to see if many people are experiencing game breaking bugs through the din of willful ignorance, but for me it's been stable on my Intel/Nvidia based PC. The graphics are stunning. Point off because the story - at least so far - isn't very satisfying.

    Recommended to all discerning PC gamers.    … Expand
  38. Androzol
    Oct 11, 2017
    10
    I think the game is epic, very positive and fun.
    And lootboxes, well it doesn't bother me at all.
    I can play with it and can play without it, they just present in the game but the game not about getting loot from it.

    i hope you understand.
  39. chunjurrinchhen
    Oct 11, 2017
    9
    1500 silvers for lootbox containing atleast an epic orc is easy to grind. grinding is easy and fun too. u can learn about the items in modor and also solve poems and riddles which adds depth to the game. it took me like 9 hours to earn enough silver to purchase an orc army of 10 epics and 8 legendaries and 5 commons. Also dont buy gears coz u can find them from strong orcs after u beat1500 silvers for lootbox containing atleast an epic orc is easy to grind. grinding is easy and fun too. u can learn about the items in modor and also solve poems and riddles which adds depth to the game. it took me like 9 hours to earn enough silver to purchase an orc army of 10 epics and 8 legendaries and 5 commons. Also dont buy gears coz u can find them from strong orcs after u beat them. I absolutely love every small aspect of the game. Yes the story is not as perfect but its still got great moments. Voice acting is awesome by almost everyone. Some orcs sound hilariously funny and some sound like an a%^&hole. Love the nemesis system for replaying value. Overall very pleased except for the act IV of story and the fact that this could have been earn silver to play game rather than pay to get gold game. but it doesnt make the game bad in my experience… Expand
  40. Kaioh
    Oct 10, 2017
    8
    This game is a god tier. If you liked ME:SoM - you will like this even more.
    Pls ignore buttblasted kiddies who fell for transactions meme. They're trying to ruin games score just like they did it with Deus Ex Mankind Divided.
    Ignore little kids. Buy the game and form your own opinion. You don't need p2w in this game.
  41. Warmuro
    Oct 23, 2017
    8
    Heavily critized game. You don't need to buy any loot boxes etc. If you completed the first game, Shadow of Mordor, you'll be a champion in Shadow of War.
    Game feels a bit harder than the first one, defeating orc captains or other bosses sometimes make you feel like you're playing Dark Souls simulator because of the dodge moves you make. But mostly, game is very fun to play. They say it's    Heavily critized game. You don't need to buy any loot boxes etc. If you completed the first game, Shadow of Mordor, you'll be a champion in Shadow of War.
    Game feels a bit harder than the first one, defeating orc captains or other bosses sometimes make you feel like you're playing Dark Souls simulator because of the dodge moves you make. But mostly, game is very fun to play. They say it's grindy, well, at least it's not as grindy as GTA V. In Shadow of War, you forget you're grinding because of the nemessis system, a lot of random orc captain encounters and item drops from them are another things which you're already grinding without realizing and having fun.
    Main character looks far worse than in the Mordor game, but Celebrimbor looks far better. My only complaint is i wish main character looked more badass, and graphics are better. However, in some maps, environment details look top notch, in some others, look terrible. Also game characters (orcs, humans etc.) have almost no lightning on them, which makes them look flat. And, while game looks worse than Mordor, it also performs worse than Mordor. I, personally, locked the FPS to 30 and set almost everything to max graphics to enjoy it. It looks more cinematic and if you have terrible fps drops, 30fps lock helps you.
    And another thing, Shadow of Mordor is more brutal. (blood effects, more frequent decapitations in SoM) SoM Players will find out what i'm trying to say.
    I've completed the game, saw the ending. One of the most memorable game endings ever, and no, you don't have to pay anything to see that ending(s). There's one ending which you can see after main quests, and other one is... Well after doing more quests (i don't want to give spoilers).
    Instead of boycoting a game without playing it, first play it. If there are issues which heavily affect your gaming experience, then you're free to give all those 0-1-2-3-4 points. No **** crashes, no game breaking bugs, nothing. At least i didn't encounter any serious bug.    … Expand
  42. Loosestool
    Nov 9, 2017
    9
    I hesitated to buy this based on all the negative reviews. I assumed it would be a non-stop barrage of commercials for the microtransactions. But I really enjoyed the original, so I took a chance. Now I'm 20+ hours into playing on medium difficulty, and have not been harassed to buy anything even once. Nor have I been seriously tempted to look into it. I know there are boosts and gear II hesitated to buy this based on all the negative reviews. I assumed it would be a non-stop barrage of commercials for the microtransactions. But I really enjoyed the original, so I took a chance. Now I'm 20+ hours into playing on medium difficulty, and have not been harassed to buy anything even once. Nor have I been seriously tempted to look into it. I know there are boosts and gear I can buy, but I'm progressing at a satisfying pace without them. Maybe I'll get to the end and be frustrated by some pay wall or whatever, but even if so, I don't think it will be that big of a deal for me in light of the numerous hours I've enjoyed already. I would probably ignore the paywall and move on to the next game, per my usual.

    So putting aside the nothing burger (for me anyway) that is all the negative hype about the microtransactions, I am really impressed with the game and I'm enjoying it. The graphics and gameplay are great and I've had no issues with bugs. If you liked the original, you'll love this one. Just ignore the haters and don't buy anything extra if you don't want. Simple.    … Expand
  43. boddhisativa
    Oct 18, 2017
    9
    This is probably my favourite game to date, and my first computer was a Vic20. I have finished the game and can confirm that the ending is NOT behind a paywall. In fact, The Nemesis system shines again, and the recruiting and leveling up orcs is addictive. Runs very well on my machine which is a few years old with a 770. I was actually surprised at how well my system handled it.
  44. SuperKev
    Dec 3, 2017
    9
    Most of these reviews are nothing to do with the game. Is it fun - yep. Is it a lot of fun - yep. Speeding up your progress via the microtransactions is totally optional. The gameplay itself is certainly AAA, graphics, acting, smoothness all top notch stuff. The story is also engaging. It's funny the bad reviews revolve around a) they hate microtransactions even if they are totallyMost of these reviews are nothing to do with the game. Is it fun - yep. Is it a lot of fun - yep. Speeding up your progress via the microtransactions is totally optional. The gameplay itself is certainly AAA, graphics, acting, smoothness all top notch stuff. The story is also engaging. It's funny the bad reviews revolve around a) they hate microtransactions even if they are totally optional and b) they weaved a story around LOTR that isn't part of the canon - thing is neither of those are anything to do with if it is a great game or not. So bottom line if you are a regular person this game is great but if you are a LOTR zealot or if you interpret any transactions in a game as some sort of mortal sin then avoid it. I think the game is a blast.… Expand
  45. Knux57
    Nov 29, 2017
    10
    If you let the bad press about the completely skippable loot boxes turn you away from this game, you'll be missing out on a very good and unique experience that isn't likely to be featured in another game until, perhaps, a sequel to this one is made. (Actual score is more like a 9, but to combat the collective "REEEE" people have corrupted the user score with, I'll make it a 10).
  46. Mahdiar
    Nov 19, 2017
    9
    Gameplay : 9
    Graphics : 9
    Story : 7
    Sound : 8
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    Overall : 9
  47. SchindlersFist
    Nov 20, 2017
    8
    The game is a lot of fun, the upgrades from the original are nice, the game is bigger, has a great endgame, the sieges are fun, the orcs are fun and interesting, and I had zero microtransactions and beat the game just fine.
  48. Misteriolalista
    Oct 10, 2017
    8
    Awesome Game to Act 4 ^^
    Act 4 suck but not more than Dragon Age Inqusition (no sense waste hours)
    but Shadow of War is good as Shadow of Mordor
    Love! Good Graphic , Hack and Slash and kill 500000000000000 monsters
  49. Robobob
    Jan 28, 2018
    8
    Man this game is fun but brutal. I've only played about 10 hours so after further play I might change my review. There are tons of enemies, skills and gear. The unique bosses are fun with a wide variety of weaknesses, strengths and attacks. Controlling enemies to add to your army is a brilliant addition though I've only dabbled in this. The graphics are pretty good but just a hairMan this game is fun but brutal. I've only played about 10 hours so after further play I might change my review. There are tons of enemies, skills and gear. The unique bosses are fun with a wide variety of weaknesses, strengths and attacks. Controlling enemies to add to your army is a brilliant addition though I've only dabbled in this. The graphics are pretty good but just a hair under some recent new games that I've played. You can tell that this is just an upgrade of the previous game and engine.
    Sometimes the controls can be frustrating. I'm trying to climb a wall in a hurry and my character is doing flips at its base. I'm trying to climb to the top of the building and my character stalls because I forget I need to press A to vault up. Pressing too hard on the right stick centers the camera. When mashing dodge keys the camera pops up accidentally. Stuff like this adds up and makes me think the control layout could have been done better, A recent game with similar game-play Assassin's Creed Origins finally got the control down perfect, they should take note.
    Though stealth is done well and it's my go to play style in a game like this, getting into combat is a major chore. There are always a TON of enemies around. And, initially, each enemy take 5-6 hits to kill so fights are needlessly long. You will always be taking on a minimum of a half dozen at a time and chances are more will join in. This makes it impossible to chase down intel orcs or if, god-forbid, your target boss retreats. There's no way you can catch him so you'll have to fight him all over again. Sometimes I scout the area and attack when suddenly a new unforeseen orc-boss pops out of nowhere and I'm f**** if I don't run. I don't get that.
    Death is so brutal in that the orc that kills you will level up a couple times, some other orcs may level and vacant spots will be filled with new captain recruits. Major buzz kills like this abound.
    Aside from those negatives there are plenty of cool surprises in this game and I'll leave you with two. I'm fighting a boss above my level and I nearly have him beaten when he knocks me down for the third time. Usually you get 2 quick-time attempts to save your life and get back into the fight well I failed the one. Just as the axe came down in slow motion, a random soldier of Gondor jumped in and saved my life... killing the low HP boss for me.. THAT WAS JUST AMAZING AND I WENT WILD!! He rattle off some quip about chatty orcs being their demise and ran off into the fight. So cool.
    Another equally cool event: another orc had beaten me but refuse to let me die without a real fight so my HP were healed and we fought again, but I beat him the second time. Moments like this give the game so much heart and personality like anything else I've seen.
    It's the closest thing to being in a movie.    … Expand
  50. Archound
    Nov 7, 2017
    9
    I did not even notice paid content. The game has really cool combat system, all skills combined together makes you an unstoppable killing machine. I felt like speedrunning and the game mechanics helped me in this, which is a big plus. Shadow of War deserves high mark for gameplay value. Story could be better, especially side missions. Also, nemesis system worked better in previousI did not even notice paid content. The game has really cool combat system, all skills combined together makes you an unstoppable killing machine. I felt like speedrunning and the game mechanics helped me in this, which is a big plus. Shadow of War deserves high mark for gameplay value. Story could be better, especially side missions. Also, nemesis system worked better in previous installment, as now there are simply too many orcs, and their speeches are boring and way too often. Fewer orcs and more memorable - this is better.… Expand
  51. Shoxik
    Nov 4, 2017
    9
    Lord of the Rings. How many games lately have appeared on the subject of the lord of the rings? Lord of the Rings. Lord of the Rings. Lord of the Rings!!!
  52. Bastillon
    Nov 24, 2017
    9
    If you liked Shadow of Mordor, you will like this one 10 times more. It does everything better, including its Nemesis System which provides endless fun.
  53. ChiefsHammer
    Nov 27, 2017
    8
    Excellent game, very much like the first with a bunch of new features. Yes it has loot boxes, but NO you are not required to buy them, all content is accessible. Game has PVP where loot boxes may give one player a few stronger orcs a bit quicker than someone who's grinding for them, but that doesn't make it P2W. Some of the battles can get intense, especially when one orc keepsExcellent game, very much like the first with a bunch of new features. Yes it has loot boxes, but NO you are not required to buy them, all content is accessible. Game has PVP where loot boxes may give one player a few stronger orcs a bit quicker than someone who's grinding for them, but that doesn't make it P2W. Some of the battles can get intense, especially when one orc keeps ambushing you over and over, it starts to feel really personal!

    Seriously guys, get over the fact it has microtransactions and enjoy the game for what it is. Putting them in a full price game, sure pretty sketchy, but judge the game on it's content, not the devs greed.    … Expand
  54. morpheus_7081
    Mar 19, 2018
    8
    Ignore the haters that are marking every positive review of this game as unhelpful. In my opinion, micro-transactions aside, this is a fun game. Not as good as Shadow of Mordor but still pretty fun if you ask me. It does suck that the developers let greed get the best of them but we are living in the age of micro-transactions unfortunately.

    If you are a fan of Tolkien mythology and the    Ignore the haters that are marking every positive review of this game as unhelpful. In my opinion, micro-transactions aside, this is a fun game. Not as good as Shadow of Mordor but still pretty fun if you ask me. It does suck that the developers let greed get the best of them but we are living in the age of micro-transactions unfortunately.

    If you are a fan of Tolkien mythology and the first game, then I suggest you check this out for yourself. Ignore the game's abysmal user score. It really doesn't deserve it. Check the game out for yourself.    … Expand
  55. PauloF
    Apr 1, 2020
    10
    Rated this a 10 to offset the many ridiculous 0 ratings. This is a very good game, with interesting game, a ton of content, heaps of lore, and funny moments. Yes, microtransactions suck, but you aren't forced to use them. Honestly, it's an 8.5/10 from me, worth a buy.
  56. Tharosvitor
    Aug 15, 2023
    9
    O sistema "nemesis" é interessante, gostei muito do jogo e espero que no futuro utilizem esse sistema novamente com jogos incríveis. Dei nota 9 pois ainda há espaço para melhoras quando se trata tanto do sistema quando do jogo.
  57. p1menta
    Nov 20, 2019
    8
    As i normally dont play most games right when they launch it, i usually don't have this lootboxes microtransactions BS problems, because these are clearly the worst idea anyone ever had for video games and people are finally noticing it and they crush the game online untill the companies stepback and fix everything, afraid of more burns.
    So what i got was a pretty good game, there's a    As i normally dont play most games right when they launch it, i usually don't have this lootboxes microtransactions BS problems, because these are clearly the worst idea anyone ever had for video games and people are finally noticing it and they crush the game online untill the companies stepback and fix everything, afraid of more burns.
    So what i got was a pretty good game, there's a bunch of stuffed ideas there, some good, others not so much, but the not so good ones dont ruin anything.
    full of content, diverse maps (although i dont like this kind of games without a single big map), there's the nemesis mode where we can invade fortresses and thats cool AF, and the Otcs, once again, are a whole lot interesting than other characters (specially Talion, the most uninteresting main character ever created in the history of video games. like, the frog from frogger is a lot more interesting)
    actually, i think that's the actual worst part of the game, the buddy we play with is literally just a vessel for us to control. almost none of the missions is about me. playng as talion is like playing with one of those generic NPCs that sometimes come with us in any other game, I'd rather play as ratbag and i'm not kidding at all.    … Expand
  58. chaos7
    Jul 16, 2018
    10
    A fantastic game without a doubt. Improves everything from the first game severalfold. The combat, the skill system, the bosses, the story etc. The combat has been further refined, the skills are now more in number and have variations attached to them, there are several actual boss battles in this one unlike the first game where the only real boss fight was the Hammer, and finally theA fantastic game without a doubt. Improves everything from the first game severalfold. The combat, the skill system, the bosses, the story etc. The combat has been further refined, the skills are now more in number and have variations attached to them, there are several actual boss battles in this one unlike the first game where the only real boss fight was the Hammer, and finally the story. While the game doesn't care much for the lore, it tends to stay true to the movie canon. The story, ignoring lore discrepancies, is a good one IMO. It touches upon some really interesting themes and takes quite the interesting twists near the end. The new gear system is amazing and a ton of fun, adding a lot to build variety and such. The open world of Mordor is a joy to play through and experience. Then, of course, there's the Nemesis System. It has seen so much improvement from the first game, it's amazing. More interactions, more types of orcs, more varied and improved trait system, followers are no longer brainless zombies, among many other things. One will have to play it to grasp the full scope of it. It's truly incredible.

    From seeing how positive both user reviews on Steam and critical reviews are, it should be obvious to anyone on this page looking for an honest review that the idiots rating it 1-2/10 have never played the game and have tried to review bomb this game over the lootbox controversy. The lootboxes were always useless in this game. Anyone who has played it will tell you that. The orcs you obtain are literally inferior 90% of the time in comparison to orcs you can snag from the open world by just playing the game. There's the Shadow Wars, hailed frequently as being "grindy" and encouraging lootboxes. Nothing could be further than the truth. People call the Shadow Wars (Act IV) grindy because it involves doing a sequence of things (defending/retaking forts) 20 or so times, over and over again. Using lootboxes do not help you here because a) Getting orcs isn't even the issue with Act IV, it's the repetitiveness (which some people like, myself included, since it's the only thing to do once the game's main story is over at the end of Act III) and b) The best orcs in the game assault you during these fort stages (therefore you have quite the endless supply of powerful orcs, making the already useless lootboxes even more useless). The notion that this Act encouraged lootboxes came from an idiotic review by Polygon and another review site, which was furthered by idiotic YouTubers like YongYea and Jim Sterling who never played the game personally to verify the truth of those reviews.

    However, all of that matters little now anyway because there's an update coming today (or tomorrow, for some other people), that completely removes the option to purchase lootboxes from the Market (the ability to get them with real money was already removed in May, now the option to get them even with free Gold obtained in-game will be removed along with the entirety of the Market). It's a big update that changes Act IV to be much more streamlined (and adds dialogue and narrative elements), and adds a lot of new things like new gear, new skins etc. The developer, Monolith, has been very good terms of support and as always,. has succeeded once again in making a fantastic game that will have an enduring fanbase. So, my final score for this game would be a definite 10/10, A truly fantastic and enjoyable experience.    … Expand
  59. akshayshah14
    Oct 29, 2018
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. My review is going to be based on actual gameplay for about 40 hours.

    The Good:

    The first game shadow of mordor was a refreshing cross between Batman and Assassins creed inspired gameplay in the middle earth world. This game builds up on that and take gameplay further with some cool additions to it, no negatives here. At level 30 and above even on Nemesis difficulty game starts feeling less and less challenging, yet to play act 4 but till now barring couple of tough fights it's been a breeze post level 30. The fortress siege and its defenses sound cool at first but are not that great a mechanism for single player game and yet it has lot of emphasis on it. Graphics are awesome, at ultra getting smooth 60+ fps on gtx 1070 on 1080p which is nice. But this about is the good stuff.

    The Bad :

    1. Story : Frankly not a big fan of the story of this game, feels very uninteresting from the get go, not that first game had best story but still it was better in that aspect of story telling and staying lot closer to the lore.

    2. The Quality of Quests: Granted story quest is bit longer this time around, but you'll spend a lot of time killing uruk captains in various regions and participating into nemesis missions, to make ranger stronger and offcourse finding ideal captain allies based on strengths and weaknesses.

    Edit : The grind sort of is unnecessary now and they have removed the store and made some nifty additions such as training uruks which kind of compensates for the RNG probabilities for legendary captains, Revising my score to 8(from original score of 5) after the recent changes. Definitely a good buy now )    … Expand
  60. Kelembribor21
    Mar 30, 2019
    10
    Great game, though it has repetitive mechanic of fighting orcs it is really addicting, story is great , with artistic freedom but keeping in spirit of Tolkien's work more than PJ's Hobbit. Though micro transactions are bad, the game deserves much better score. My score would be 8,5 but it deserves some boost ,since most negatives are about forced micro-transactions.
  61. Lokidos
    Jul 16, 2021
    10
    It's not bad at all. I've started it in 2021 so there weren't any microtransactions. The gameplay is fun, graphics are not out dated and the grinding - rpg style makes it even more interesting.
  62. willvargas
    Jul 11, 2018
    9
    Forget all about multiplayer that I actually have not played after 100 hrs and the lootboxes and enjoy a great 2nd part of the Lord of the rings adventure, you won't forget.
  63. touchofheaven
    Jun 30, 2020
    8
    Да эта игра имеет множество недостатков и мне понятна низкая средняя оценка от игроков на метакритике.
    Но. Я благодарен этой игре. В детстве я обожал фильмы Властелин Колец, и эта игра дала мне возможность вновь погрузиться в атмосферу Средиземья, возможность встретиться с некоторыми персонажами из любимой вселенной, я сражался с назгулами, да даже с самим Сауроном. Система Nemesis - один    Да эта игра имеет множество недостатков и мне понятна низкая средняя оценка от игроков на метакритике.
    Но. Я благодарен этой игре. В детстве я обожал фильмы Властелин Колец, и эта игра дала мне возможность вновь погрузиться в атмосферу Средиземья, возможность встретиться с некоторыми персонажами из любимой вселенной, я сражался с назгулами, да даже с самим Сауроном. Система Nemesis - один из главнейших плюсов этой серии, и я надеюсь буду встречать ее или что то похожее и в других играх.

    Среди минусов - конечно же определенное однообразие, завоевывать крепости мне надоело уже на второй раз.
    Эльфийка посланная Галадриель (я уже даже забыл ее имя, хотя длц с ней допрошел вчера) - очень скучный и пустой персонаж, что в длц, что в основной игре не раскрывается абсолютно никак. Судя по концовке именно она станет ГГ следующей части, уверен, что это вызовет недовольство со стороны многих фанатов серии.

    Что касается концовки игры - мне понравилось как разрабы хоть и коряво, но попытались встроить Талиона в канон вселенной, сделав его одним из назгулов. История ГГ довольно тяжела и трагична, и я рад что он в итоге обрел покой.    … Expand
  64. Krzych
    Jan 6, 2019
    8
    As for today the game is very good. Madly playable and addictive gameplay just as Shadow of Mordor, story is much better than you would expect and has quite a lot of depth. Even though lore accuracy is like none and game is not fully "serious" and mixes up tragedy and comedy all the time, there is a method in this madness and overall package is a success I didn't really expect whenAs for today the game is very good. Madly playable and addictive gameplay just as Shadow of Mordor, story is much better than you would expect and has quite a lot of depth. Even though lore accuracy is like none and game is not fully "serious" and mixes up tragedy and comedy all the time, there is a method in this madness and overall package is a success I didn't really expect when starting the game. Sieges and building your army was also not as ridiculous at it seemed at first. Infamous Act 4 has now only 5 fortress defenses instead of 20 from the original release, so you don't have to grind anything and resources you gather throughout the game are more than enough to complete these 5 defenses and it doesn't take long, and total of 35 hours for the entire game with around 90% overall completion and 100% with both story expansions, which were also enjoyable and better than SoM's expansions. On technical side of things the only real issue are these dreaded pre-rendered cutscenes that not only look like a joke even with 4K cutscene pack installed (which along with HD texture pack makes the game take 151 GB (!!!) of space and cutscenes still look 720p with no AA and tons of color banding) but also obviously don't scale with aspect ratio, so they degrade the overall experience noticeably. Game is also not demanding for most of the time, to the point that I used supersampling with dynamic resolution because this is how much headroom I had even on max settings. Overall the game is unconventional but has a strong idea for itself and generally succeeds, though this is definitely not what you would expect as Middle-earth fan and I still don't understand why we don't have any full fledged game in this universum, something like LOTRO but modern. As good as SoW and especially SoM are as games, they are not even 1/20th of what a true full fledged Middle-earth adaptation should be.… Expand
  65. Mitya64
    Jan 28, 2019
    8
    Shadow war продолжение мордора. Если вам понравилась боевка и система немезида, то это игра вам понравиться. Добавили кучу крепостей, теперь можно вербовать капитанов и выбирать тактику по захвату. Теперь локации не 2, а 5 и каждая уникальная. Добавили драконов, теперь можно летать и все сжигать. Систему немезиду прокачали,теперь орки могут мстить за брата, унижать ломать мечи и т.дShadow war продолжение мордора. Если вам понравилась боевка и система немезида, то это игра вам понравиться. Добавили кучу крепостей, теперь можно вербовать капитанов и выбирать тактику по захвату. Теперь локации не 2, а 5 и каждая уникальная. Добавили драконов, теперь можно летать и все сжигать. Систему немезиду прокачали,теперь орки могут мстить за брата, унижать ломать мечи и т.д Добавили КУЧУ прокачки и шмоток. Не вижу смысла добавлять в эту игру орков за донат т.к они могут просто вас предать (то есть деньги на ветер) Сюжет очень интересный, а концовка намекает на продолжение. Ждем 3 части… Expand
  66. Hudsonius
    May 9, 2018
    9
    Good game game, fun combat, graphics and story. Don't listen to the reviews about micro-transactions. Monolith has removed them from the game in the last update, making this game a 9/10.
  67. RealNova
    Sep 25, 2020
    8
    Great gameplay with very well made rpg mechanics combined with an action open world and I loved the siege/defense of forts but this game have 2 big problems: there are barely any secondary activities and the plot end in the most anti-climactic way possible, it's almost an insult. The DLC of the elf girl is pretty bad and the other, even if pretty good, it to short.
  68. schtickytape
    Jun 22, 2018
    10
    This game is fantastic. It is rated so low as a reaction to loot box hysteria brought on largely by Star Wars Battlefront. Having played through this game without having purchased one lootbox I can say they were completely irrelevent. The game is loads of fun. This and its predecessor are the only games that have the fantastic Nemesis system.
    They have removed pay-lootboxes from the    This game is fantastic. It is rated so low as a reaction to loot box hysteria brought on largely by Star Wars Battlefront. Having played through this game without having purchased one lootbox I can say they were completely irrelevent. The game is loads of fun. This and its predecessor are the only games that have the fantastic Nemesis system.
    They have removed pay-lootboxes from the game in response to fan criticism. You can get the game on sale for half its launch price. Give it a try!    … Expand
  69. YaBoiMaxi
    Aug 3, 2018
    9
    Some bugs here and there but still a pretty solid game and the best of all the loot boxes got removed so cheers!
  70. Amorph0us
    Jan 7, 2022
    8
    Speaking nit from a financial point of view (with which I agree with what most of people said here), I can say I enjoyed this as much as the first part. They made improvements in the sections they needed to. Generally I do not agree on intervening on a famous author's work but the way they ended the story was great. Enjoyed it.
  71. SilverOrlov
    Oct 29, 2019
    8
    The main part of game is very good. A very interesting plot that does not spoil the World of Tolkien at all. Excellent elaboration of the World and events, with different challenges for player's skills. I especially liked the nemesis system - it was a breath of fresh air in the gaming industry and a very fun experience in dealing with the orc hierarchy.
    But the last part of the game with    The main part of game is very good. A very interesting plot that does not spoil the World of Tolkien at all. Excellent elaboration of the World and events, with different challenges for player's skills. I especially liked the nemesis system - it was a breath of fresh air in the gaming industry and a very fun experience in dealing with the orc hierarchy.
    But the last part of the game with that "endless fortresses defenses" - it was one of the worst decisions that I ever met in games. This is very boring and I ended the last events literally through force.    … Expand
  72. Aigorkish
    Jan 10, 2019
    10
    This game is simply AMAZING. Don't look at older reviews - developers updated it, this game is now not p2w. 40 hours of story,, good graphics, great gameplay.
  73. Maxmaximum
    Feb 19, 2019
    10
    This game is a masterpiece, people are mad because of microtransactions, I understand, but to the programmers this is a masterpiece. IT SHOULD HAVE BEEN GAME OF THE YEAR 2017. The improvements on Shadow of Mordor are exponential. I am simply blown away by the beauty of this game. It is perfect for Wild Hunt withdrawal.
  74. rezo_21
    Sep 19, 2021
    8
    ====================IIIIIIIIII GAME SCORE : 79 IIIIIIIIII====================
  75. goldie119
    Oct 31, 2020
    8
    Post review bomb on release - actually a good game that is no longer riddled with MTX and is F2P with certain subscription services.

    Great game that reminds me of the old AC games and Arkham trilogy. Nemesis system puts it on another level.
  76. ioanawesome
    Nov 7, 2019
    10
    I absolutely loved this game. Fully immersive. Yes there are micro transactions however you do not need them.
    Don;t listen to the negatives. It is an amazing game.
    A mix of Batman Arkham City and Assassins Creed style. With cool powers and in the Middle Earth series. Absolutely fantastic story with Gripping levels.
    YOU EVEN FIGHT A BALROG!!!!!
  77. CDannyZ
    Nov 23, 2019
    9
    I dont know why people gave this low rating. This game offers Hours of gameplay with Hella good graphic, making your army, dominating sieges And lot more. For me Its 9/10
  78. gamerghoul
    Jan 10, 2021
    9
    I have 170 hours in the game. I'm a big fan of LOTR universe, so this explains the long time I have spent in this game. The story was pretty short, the gameplay and mechanics are really good, the graphics as well. It's really nice we had some new characters that we were able to play with in the DLCs, but the DLC story missions were too short. I was expecting more missions related to theI have 170 hours in the game. I'm a big fan of LOTR universe, so this explains the long time I have spent in this game. The story was pretty short, the gameplay and mechanics are really good, the graphics as well. It's really nice we had some new characters that we were able to play with in the DLCs, but the DLC story missions were too short. I was expecting more missions related to the main story. Looking forward to a new game with Middle Earth.… Expand
  79. fynch
    Dec 5, 2019
    9
    I got this game and most of the DLC on a steam sale.... Having played the original I was surprised by the size of the thing and the variety of the maps and missions. I am also surprised that someone completed it within 20 hours, maybe they haven't done as much wandering as me.... It took me 20+ hours to get to the stage where I could convert orcs to my cause... (Apparently around 27%I got this game and most of the DLC on a steam sale.... Having played the original I was surprised by the size of the thing and the variety of the maps and missions. I am also surprised that someone completed it within 20 hours, maybe they haven't done as much wandering as me.... It took me 20+ hours to get to the stage where I could convert orcs to my cause... (Apparently around 27% complete). Mostly the missions involve beating the crap out of some orcs, some involve a bit of investigation then beating the crap out of some orcs..... It's an open world, you don't have to completely follow the story, it waits for you while you beat the crap out of some orcs you didn't have to.... And there is no end to the orcish horde, sometimes they respawn while you are finishing off the last of the first group and trying to collect the loot.... It ain't perfect but it's big, some of the missions story missions seem to lose their way, but at least it isn't a linear path to the end.... Now if you will excuse me I have a warlord to kill so I can take their stronghold as a barracks, after that, or maybe after something else I have to deal with a Balrog. Pretty sure it's worse than a drake, and they are just a pain in the arse.....… Expand
  80. KarolP
    Oct 2, 2020
    8
    Succed, "more, bigger and better" sequel of action game based in Middle Earth. There are no many changes, rather improvements. World is more interesting, story is slow, but with some plot twists. Combat system is even better, Nemesis system became more important in planning your decisions through the game. Generally most of ideas was used before in Shadow of Mordor. With the time game isSucced, "more, bigger and better" sequel of action game based in Middle Earth. There are no many changes, rather improvements. World is more interesting, story is slow, but with some plot twists. Combat system is even better, Nemesis system became more important in planning your decisions through the game. Generally most of ideas was used before in Shadow of Mordor. With the time game is too repetable and schematic. Many of side activities become boring with the time spent in game. Fight, animations and finishers are still impressive. Developing protagonist's skills is now more intertesting. Game looks great.
    Shadow of War was critised because of payments hided in the game. I had great time (better than Shadow of Mordor) playing first three acts and I strongly recommend it. Microtransactions did not disturb my fun even for a moment and I see Shadow of War as a very good sequel of succed game in dirty world full of hideous orcs.    … Expand
  81. Kondent
    Jan 10, 2020
    8
    Работа над ошибками хоть и была проведена в некоторой мере, но на замену прежним пришли другие, технические, добавленная система монетизации внутриигровых предметов. Однако, без пребегания к дополнительным покупкам игровой процесс так же хорош и не возникает экстремальных сложностей в процессе прохождения. Отсюда и хейта много к этому продолжению серии.Работа над ошибками хоть и была проведена в некоторой мере, но на замену прежним пришли другие, технические, добавленная система монетизации внутриигровых предметов. Однако, без пребегания к дополнительным покупкам игровой процесс так же хорош и не возникает экстремальных сложностей в процессе прохождения. Отсюда и хейта много к этому продолжению серии.
  82. Fer1978
    Jan 19, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ya no tiene las odiosas micro estafas.
    El juego es muy bueno y merece la pena incluso en este año (2020).
    La historia no es canon, tiene muchos "agujeros de guión" con respecto a la obra de Tolkien, pero se deja disfrutar.
    El sistema nemesis mantiene vivo al juego.    … Expand
  83. Tomicsavo
    Jul 9, 2021
    10
    Very good combat system, well written dialogs, good story. Similar to shadow of mordor, it is a turbocharged version that continues to lead the story. The nemesis system includes several options, new siege system came in, which is very enjoyable. Fantastic game
  84. dieg4563
    Apr 17, 2020
    9
    The game is a lot of fun, which is mainly thanks to the combat system. Fighting works very smoothly, which means you get into the flow quickly, only the orc chiefs who interrupt the fight and speak to you as soon as they enter or leave the fight ensure that you lose focus very quickly. The story is actually Interesting and has a good plot. Middle-earth: Shadow of War is an absoluteThe game is a lot of fun, which is mainly thanks to the combat system. Fighting works very smoothly, which means you get into the flow quickly, only the orc chiefs who interrupt the fight and speak to you as soon as they enter or leave the fight ensure that you lose focus very quickly. The story is actually Interesting and has a good plot. Middle-earth: Shadow of War is an absolute must-buy for fans and kept me in game for over 40 hours.… Expand
  85. Kujin
    Jan 28, 2021
    10
    Shadow of War is, quite literally, everything Shadow of Mordor was, exept better, bigger and more in every way possible. The game, like it's predecessor, is a relatively slow burn, which is made worse by the fact that the overall loop is so enjoyable and addictive. I spent, no joke, somewhere around 10 **** hours just running around Minas Ithil - the first location - killing orks, levelingShadow of War is, quite literally, everything Shadow of Mordor was, exept better, bigger and more in every way possible. The game, like it's predecessor, is a relatively slow burn, which is made worse by the fact that the overall loop is so enjoyable and addictive. I spent, no joke, somewhere around 10 **** hours just running around Minas Ithil - the first location - killing orks, leveling up and disabling outposts. And as a result I was kind of blown away by the sieges, the new beast riding, new nemesis options and the nemesis system in general. It's even more impressive here, with so much enemy virety - both gameplay and aesthetic - that you will be having consistent fun and drama with it throughout your playthrough. Thanks to it, the fairly gripping story and loot collecting, time just flies. It wouldn't be long before you find your routine, and the game is appropriately long so that you won't get bored with it. The endgame is fairly decent too, basically being just a bit more of Shadow of War for those who loved it. Shadow of War was an unfortunate event in almost every way possible, pissing everyone off at release and cementing Warner Bros. as a truly awful entity. But for what it's worth, Shadow of War is an amazing game, well worth the time and effort the team has poured into it, and it is worth your time as well.… Expand
  86. VOIIIXI
    Jan 9, 2023
    10
    One of the greatest games ever made! I have never been this addicted to playing a game in a long time. The Nemesis is honestly the greatest innovation in any video game ever, to this day. The complexity and thought put into the system are truly commendable and needs to be implemented into games more. I know the game is very known and popular, but it is still underrated in my opinion. It isOne of the greatest games ever made! I have never been this addicted to playing a game in a long time. The Nemesis is honestly the greatest innovation in any video game ever, to this day. The complexity and thought put into the system are truly commendable and needs to be implemented into games more. I know the game is very known and popular, but it is still underrated in my opinion. It is one of the smartest and most fun games I've ever played, and I have the upmost respect for the devs. deserves an 11/10. I almost never write reviews for games, but I said for this one I need to do it. This game needs to be appreciated more. It should've been game of the year and in the top 10 games of all time just because of how intelligent of a game it is.… Expand
  87. SlavaKuzmin
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Лучшая игра по лицензии,лучший рогалик,экшнрпг,битэмап, игра не имеющая аналогов,настоящий брилиант
  88. CreepyLemur
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    First things first, no more micro transactions. They took them out around five to six months after the release of the game. Second, huge improvements to the nemesis system, making fighting against and with orcs more enjoyable. They have a really great difficulty setting in settings that you can change depending on the person. I would actually give this game a 8 out of ten because the storyFirst things first, no more micro transactions. They took them out around five to six months after the release of the game. Second, huge improvements to the nemesis system, making fighting against and with orcs more enjoyable. They have a really great difficulty setting in settings that you can change depending on the person. I would actually give this game a 8 out of ten because the story was lacking a lot more than the first game. However, my rating is a ten to offset the old negative ratings about the micro transactions that aren't even in the game any more.… Expand
  89. pablosky
    Dec 24, 2020
    8
    Pros:

    - El sistema nemesis; no jugué al anterior juego por lo que esta es la primera vez que me encuentro con este sistema, y la verdad es que esta bastante fresco, los orcos son como pokemons que tienes que cuidar y personalizar, cada uno tiene una serie de ventajas y desventajas que tienes que tener en cuenta a la hora de mandarlos a luchar. - La variedad de habilidades: tu personaje    Pros:

    - El sistema nemesis; no jugué al anterior juego por lo que esta es la primera vez que me encuentro con este sistema, y la verdad es que esta bastante fresco, los orcos son como pokemons que tienes que cuidar y personalizar, cada uno tiene una serie de ventajas y desventajas que tienes que tener en cuenta a la hora de mandarlos a luchar.
    - La variedad de habilidades: tu personaje cuenta con un repertorio de habilidades que incluyen el combate, el sigilo, la magia y el combate a distancia, y algunas de estas habilidades estan muy guapas, como por ejemplo la de golpe de sombras, aunque si que hacen el juego bastante mas fácil.
    - El lore: si que es verdad que este punto es un poco trampa ya que este universo lo creo tolkien en sus libros y no este videojuego, pero odio los coleccionables y en este juego he ido a por todos porque eran bastante interesantes.
    - Los orcos: me encanta el diseño que tienen los orcos en este juego, sobre todos los capitanes que cada uno va vestido acorde a su personalidad.

    contras:

    - El farmeo: Para pasarte el juego al 100% he tenido que farmear, sobre todo para pasarme los pozos de pelea , y eso me toca la polla. Lo peor es que creo que esto del farmeo es por culpa del asqueroso sistema de loot boxes que habia al principio.

    - Así como hay una buena variedad de habilidades, estas las consigues demasiado rápido por lo que al final del juego te sobran muchos puntos de habilidad.

    - Decorado: En general todas las fortalezas son iguales en cuanto a assets y decorados, solo cambia el clima, además estos assets me parecen algo cutrillos.

    Duración del juego: 34h y 19m.
    Mensaje    … Expand
  90. Marcosmathrus
    Nov 10, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Terra média-sombras da guerra e um ótimo jogo belos gráficos e tem poucos bugs,eu adorei jogar esse jogo por incrível que pareça eu quando eu jogo eu n fico enjoado de tanto jogar, no início do jogo achei melhor lento o início mais quando eu fui avançado eu fiquei impressionado sobre o jogo… Expand
  91. RockerKR
    Nov 17, 2020
    9
    llllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll forgeting about lootboxes 9/10
  92. gwynbleidd27
    Feb 18, 2022
    10
    Love this game, I really love how they enhanced the prequel in every possible way, the combat is hands down the best combat in any medieval game ever made, the executions were a joy to my eyes. A really good story where you really love Talion along the way. My only complaint is some missions were really **** boring especially with that elven assassin Eltariel.
  93. Vasharal
    Dec 14, 2020
    9
    I've spent countless hours on this gem of a game. Like the previous one, this is not a bad game. I loved the series and I'd like to play more in the future. It's a fun game, with amazing leveling mechanics that make the game infinitely replayable even after finishing the campaign.

    The campaign was much better than Shadow of Mordor and I had a lot of fun. After playing and getting every    I've spent countless hours on this gem of a game. Like the previous one, this is not a bad game. I loved the series and I'd like to play more in the future. It's a fun game, with amazing leveling mechanics that make the game infinitely replayable even after finishing the campaign.

    The campaign was much better than Shadow of Mordor and I had a lot of fun. After playing and getting every single bit from this game I can tell a new one will eventually come, but I am curious a lot how it's going to be.

    I don't wanna spoil, but the game is a total badass moment from beginning to end, funny moments in cutscenes, and epic battles. You gotta play it, this game needs much more love.    … Expand
  94. completo3
    Apr 10, 2021
    9
    *Voy a hablar solo de la campaña*
    Si habéis jugado a la entrega anterior ya conoceréis el sistema némesis, este juego es super parecido al Shadow of Mordor, pero mejorando todo lo que era bueno para hacerlo todavía mejor, cambiando el sistema de equipamiento al estilo de un RPG, con una historia en este caso a un nivel muy superior que su entrega anterior
    Y un montón de añadidos al    *Voy a hablar solo de la campaña*
    Si habéis jugado a la entrega anterior ya conoceréis el sistema némesis, este juego es super parecido al Shadow of Mordor, pero mejorando todo lo que era bueno para hacerlo todavía mejor, cambiando el sistema de equipamiento al estilo de un RPG, con una historia en este caso a un nivel muy superior que su entrega anterior
    Y un montón de añadidos al sistema némesis que te darán muchísimas horas de diversión aparte de mencionar que lo han pulido bastante y es básicamente la joya del titulo
    Si os gusto el anterior, es obligatoria comprarlo, si no lo habéis probado todavía, darle una oportunidad y disfrutar de esta maravillosa saga.
    100% recomendado.    … Expand
  95. strange_moth
    Dec 23, 2020
    9
    The gameplay and story is amazing. I was not expecting to have such an emotional reaction to the story, but it delivered.

    The gameplay restarted my love of RPGs and gaming in general. The nemesis system is revolutionary, and the ability to respec, upgrade armor and weapons to your level, and build your own army is an absolutely fantastic experience. I bought and played this game long    The gameplay and story is amazing. I was not expecting to have such an emotional reaction to the story, but it delivered.

    The gameplay restarted my love of RPGs and gaming in general. The nemesis system is revolutionary, and the ability to respec, upgrade armor and weapons to your level, and build your own army is an absolutely fantastic experience.

    I bought and played this game long after the microtransaction outrage had died down. I didn't pay a penny in microtransactions.    … Expand
  96. wf1675
    Jul 10, 2023
    8
    The absolute best Best part of this game 1st episode where you lose the ring no problem just go Rambo on every single F*/&ing orc you find no tameing no upgrades no MERCY! though I did die durning this and had to fight across the whole map to get back season 1 is just an adrenaline rush of violence and people who don't like the orcs can shut up because orcs are awesome. there so dumb soThe absolute best Best part of this game 1st episode where you lose the ring no problem just go Rambo on every single F*/&ing orc you find no tameing no upgrades no MERCY! though I did die durning this and had to fight across the whole map to get back season 1 is just an adrenaline rush of violence and people who don't like the orcs can shut up because orcs are awesome. there so dumb so funny and so violent there great I couldn't wish for a better adversary. Speaking of wishing for a better adversary though I did have to skip the spider lady diolauge its a bit boring and I dislike her collectibles. and there were so many things I loved about the main game including getting my new fresh orc drip that a pried off a corpse to health regeneration runes that allow me to drain the life of orcs like a vampire to orcs releasing a balrog and it gets away but the campaign slowed down a bit and I stoped at about 60% but that doesn't matter because I loved the 3rd campaign plundering my way through Mordor with a mercenary army and I smashed it in one go in a 2h 27min joy ride and playing as the elf kind of blows her light ability sucks and you need it to get the gemstone bonuses during missions (only one set of gems btw and they kind of suck). I wish Talion was a lot more hateful and stronger maybe acting as an opposing force perhaps as we trade blows with our armies of orks. I find it Hilarious that she refuses to use the ring to magically compulse orcs like Talion and Kalabrimbor and Sauron but shes ok with brutally murdering them and her subordinate orcs have no qualms binding war trolls on their hands and knees capturing animals and forcing them to be war beasts and use slave labor to build their forts sometimes calling them "workers" even though they have brands their forehead like cattle. there's even a skill you can unlock that causes them to explode and kill their allies like an involuntary orc suicide bomber but this one gets partially carried by the orcs who are even better in her campaign they have way stronger personalities and they're a joy to fight with even though there quests are boring and scripted but all in all loads of fun don't buy it just get the fitgirl repack.… Expand
  97. PhoenixReveiws
    Jan 30, 2021
    8
    Don't judge me, but I must say that cutting off orc heads is weirdly fun and satisfying.

    The combat of this game is great, I love the voice acting for the orcs, The only issue is that it can be a little buggy and on occasion repetitive.
  98. Asandberg
    Feb 28, 2021
    8
    It's a good game but repetitive and it kinda got boring after 20 hours of gameplay.
  99. MiddleEarthen
    May 6, 2021
    10
    One of if not the best Lord of the ring games,also its just like termanator 2 judgement day the sequel outshines the original its nothing but improvment!
  100. PewPewKyle
    May 17, 2021
    8
    Fun strategic game. A little gem for everybody loving Lord of the Rings. The graphics are sick! Only bad is that achievements is a bit tedious.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 17
  3. Negative: 0 out of 17
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Feb 16, 2018
    60
    A huge game that, despite of the quality of the fight and the delight of the Orb, offers paradoxically very small. It's not a failure, but we were expecting more. [Issue#279]
  2. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Dec 30, 2017
    76
    Nemesis is a one-hit wonder of a mechanic. Everything else in Middle-earth is mediocre at best, but Nemesis makes it all worthwhile, since every playthrough is truly unique – a feature none of its triple-A competitors can offer. [Issue#225, p.38]
  3. Riot Pixels
    Dec 23, 2017
    63
    A lot of people were upset to find out that Shadow of War has loot boxes, and they are kind of annoying. Unfortunately, loot boxes is the least of its problems.
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