Middle-earth: Shadow of War

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4.6

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 1110 Ratings

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  1. PenetratorGod
    Aug 21, 2023
    5
    I haven't been able to play this game for many years, even though I really wanted to. It seemed like a failure compared to the first game. First of all, the size of the game takes up too much space even for today. 100 GB is a very exaggerated size. It's hard to understand why they decided to release it without compressing it like this. The story is mediocre again like the first game, but II haven't been able to play this game for many years, even though I really wanted to. It seemed like a failure compared to the first game. First of all, the size of the game takes up too much space even for today. 100 GB is a very exaggerated size. It's hard to understand why they decided to release it without compressing it like this. The story is mediocre again like the first game, but I can't talk much about the gameplay because I haven't played much. The game looks boring. I will change the review if I try it again in the future.… Expand
  2. 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.
  3. ErixKing
    Aug 1, 2023
    10
    Una secuela como se espera, con muchas horas de juego y un gameplay renovado y fresco, esto sin contar el magnifico sistema némesis que fue llevado a su máximo esplendor en este titulo. Ambos DLC que expanden la historia también son muy entretenidos y valen su precio
  4. Babutto
    Jul 29, 2023
    7
    A legit game.

    Pros.: - Story. - Cut scenes. - Gameplay is neat. - Multiple quests. - Multiple skills. Gemstones were also cool. - Ratbag. Yep. - Shelob! Real babe. Cons.: - Act II is garbage. - Could be more quests anchored to the LoTR lore. - Another bait for the continuation. - Idiotic mechanic of introductions that cannot be turned off from the game. Have to manipulate    A legit game.

    Pros.:
    - Story.
    - Cut scenes.
    - Gameplay is neat.
    - Multiple quests.
    - Multiple skills. Gemstones were also cool.
    - Ratbag. Yep.
    - Shelob! Real babe.

    Cons.:
    - Act II is garbage.
    - Could be more quests anchored to the LoTR lore.
    - Another bait for the continuation.
    - Idiotic mechanic of introductions that cannot be turned off from the game. Have to manipulate with the files.    … Expand
  5. 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
  6. K0SMA
    Jul 5, 2023
    9
    Продолжение отличной игры. Больше контента и больше хороших впечатлений. Отнозначно рекомендуется
  7. 34m2121
    Jul 4, 2023
    6
    Önceki oyundaki nemesis sistemini tamamıyla oyunun ana odağı yapmışlar ama oyun kendini aşırı tekrar ediyor.
  8. Svenergy
    Jun 16, 2023
    7
    Good not great. Had some nice concepts with the nemesis system and some good writing but fell short in meaningful character progression, shallow and broken completionist tasks, and lack of true customization.
  9. vova22379
    Jun 10, 2023
    0
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  10. Scoutajayjay
    May 30, 2023
    7
    So I brought the game on sale for around 20$ and I have to say, there is a great game for that price. The action is above average, if I have to give a similarity, it would be batman arkham. Next up is the story, It took me around 25 hours to do the story which is definitely not that long. The game's nemesis system is a fun and creative way to add additional playtime and fun. I can't waitSo I brought the game on sale for around 20$ and I have to say, there is a great game for that price. The action is above average, if I have to give a similarity, it would be batman arkham. Next up is the story, It took me around 25 hours to do the story which is definitely not that long. The game's nemesis system is a fun and creative way to add additional playtime and fun. I can't wait for this studio's next game since they have all the formulas for a good action-RPG game.… Expand
  11. nietzfk
    May 20, 2023
    3
    I thought maybe I would enjoy it if I experienced this universe in a different form. I enjoyed playing this game with the head of an average AC game with a different theme. I didn't like the SJW move he did with the DLC. The main story doesn't give a **** about it either. I have a very close friend who is a fan of the Lord of the Rings universe. I wish I could tell these people that theI thought maybe I would enjoy it if I experienced this universe in a different form. I enjoyed playing this game with the head of an average AC game with a different theme. I didn't like the SJW move he did with the DLC. The main story doesn't give a **** about it either. I have a very close friend who is a fan of the Lord of the Rings universe. I wish I could tell these people that the only literary work in the world is not this ****ing series.… Expand
  12. Raicri
    May 14, 2023
    9
    Middle-earth™: Shadow of War™ is a well-crafted action game that is likely to appeal to fans of the original installment. While the game's graphics may not be stunning, they do not detract from the immersive gameplay experience.

    Although I have yet to complete the story, I have found it to be more engaging than that of its predecessor. Additionally, the game appears to have greater    Middle-earth™: Shadow of War™ is a well-crafted action game that is likely to appeal to fans of the original installment. While the game's graphics may not be stunning, they do not detract from the immersive gameplay experience.

    Although I have yet to complete the story, I have found it to be more engaging than that of its predecessor. Additionally, the game appears to have greater length and depth, with a variety of quests and areas to explore.

    One of the game's standout features is its diverse cast of orcs, captains, warchiefs, and overlords, each possessing a unique set of traits and abilities. This adds a layer of complexity and intrigue to the gameplay.

    Overall, Shadow of War is a standout title from 2017, particularly given its ties to the beloved Lord of the Rings lore. Although the game's name could be more distinctive, it is a highly enjoyable addition to the action gaming genre.    … Expand
  13. realWhiteMan
    Apr 9, 2023
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. My rating is based on my impressions of the game. This is not an objective review. I play quite a big number of titles per year and decided to review them as a peace of art and not as a product.… Expand
  14. Aetherreal
    Apr 5, 2023
    6
    An interesting sequel in many ways, but it doesn't hit quite the same as the first one.

    Pros: Greatly expanded Nemesis system from the first game. Super interesting mechanics and interactions. Interesting musical flair added during battles (synced to hits landing). Might become annoying with time. Micro-transactions were removed after the significant backlash. Cons: Visually, it    An interesting sequel in many ways, but it doesn't hit quite the same as the first one.

    Pros:
    Greatly expanded Nemesis system from the first game. Super interesting mechanics and interactions.
    Interesting musical flair added during battles (synced to hits landing). Might become annoying with time.
    Micro-transactions were removed after the significant backlash.

    Cons:
    Visually, it feels like a knock-off Witcher 3. Saturated colours and so on, but just not polished enough to actually look good. The bleak and dark aesthetic of SOM was much more gripping and fitting to the series' depiction of Mordor.
    Mechanics overload - every button has 12 different actions and you will end up not using many of them.
    Nemesis mini-cutscenes are unskippable - this becomes annoying when you hear the same dialogue repeatedly.
    Performance is not as sharp as first game.
    Making the orcs more goofy instead of brutal was a straight-up bad call. Creatures that are supposed to be violent and bashful are now quirky and clumsy. It feels less epic to control them.
    Significantly more grind-heavy than the previous game.
    Why does the main character look so disfigured compared to his model in the first game? What happened?    … Expand
  15. Nick7000
    Mar 5, 2023
    9
    Довели до ума то что и без того неплохо работало, серьезных изменений не вносили, добавили пару плюшек. Итого: Ничуть не менее круто, чем первая часть, а по моему даже более. Ох уж эта система врагов, вообще отдельный кайф доставляет. Получил неимоверное удовольствие от тайтла!Довели до ума то что и без того неплохо работало, серьезных изменений не вносили, добавили пару плюшек. Итого: Ничуть не менее круто, чем первая часть, а по моему даже более. Ох уж эта система врагов, вообще отдельный кайф доставляет. Получил неимоверное удовольствие от тайтла!
  16. jelikey
    Mar 3, 2023
    7
    O jogo ia muito bem, mas no ato 4 perde a mao, entra num grid louco korean style, fica repetitivo e chato demais!!!
    E o pior que o true end está nessa parte, mas ai vc pode pagar uns trocados e pegar orcks mais fortes, ou seja, jogo foi pensando em loot box o tempo todo
  17. mkhue108
    Feb 26, 2023
    7
    Enjoy the nemesis system but the gameplay will get grindy and very repetitive.
  18. 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
  19. mkyut
    Nov 9, 2022
    5
    The game is very average and expect you to get a lot of dlc to make it a better game
  20. TheAlgerian
    Oct 27, 2022
    4
    The potential is there, but the game design's a mess, and this is one of these games where the devs asked themselves first how they could keep the player on their toes and force them to mix things up and adapt, but never asked themselves if it was enjoyable.

    So you'll spend most of your time on the floor doing a bunch of dodge-rolls like a little weakling, because you will not be able    The potential is there, but the game design's a mess, and this is one of these games where the devs asked themselves first how they could keep the player on their toes and force them to mix things up and adapt, but never asked themselves if it was enjoyable.

    So you'll spend most of your time on the floor doing a bunch of dodge-rolls like a little weakling, because you will not be able to just fight standing up and feel like a badass.

    What's that? Playstyles? We got no use for it here, you'll play our boring way or the highway.    … Expand
  21. DariusOctavian
    Oct 21, 2022
    9
    This has a lower-than-deserved average user score due to microtransactions, which are no longer part of the game.

    I really enjoyed it, as a Tolkien nerd it plays a bit fast and loose with canon, but it has the feel of the Peter Jackson movies. It is essentially a 3rd-person exploration/fighting game similar in gameplay to the Arkham and Assassin's Creed games. You explore Mordor, kill    This has a lower-than-deserved average user score due to microtransactions, which are no longer part of the game.

    I really enjoyed it, as a Tolkien nerd it plays a bit fast and loose with canon, but it has the feel of the Peter Jackson movies. It is essentially a 3rd-person exploration/fighting game similar in gameplay to the Arkham and Assassin's Creed games. You explore Mordor, kill hundreds of orcs and also build up your own orc forces to capture fortresses.

    Graphically it is very good for the time and has an art style that fits what I expect from the setting. What keeps it from being a standard action RPG is the Nemesis system. Orcs have their own command structure and by killing or dominating orc captains you can affect the world. Orcs can gain in levels and abilities, and hunt each other down. Your captains can betray you, or rescue you at a critical moment.

    The innovation over the previous game is the fortress dynamic, you can build up your forces, infiltrate enemy captains' bodyguards and eventually conquer a fortress gaining a base and controlling a region.

    My only complaint is that the fortress assaults are such a fun part of the game, I wish there were more of them. Also, the combat can be a bit grindy and is best played in small batches.

    There is a loot system based on the type of tribes you face and a streamlined crafting and upgrade system, that doesn't get in the way of the fun parts of the game.

    Overall it is a fun game with great visuals and an understanding of what makes Middle Earth a cool game setting.    … Expand
  22. justashk
    Oct 14, 2022
    6
    I got tired of it after a short time
    The steps were repetitive And the appeal of the story was very low
    I was very excited for this game but I was disappointed
  23. Gliphy
    Oct 7, 2022
    8
    Если история первой части была немного простенькой, то история второй части немного туповатая. Повсюду бессмысленные мувы и новые деревянные персонажи. Талион с Келебомбом вообще ни капли не развились с первой части. Shadow of War — доведенная до ума первая часть, где есть недомультиплеер. Как же этой игре не хватает полноценного мультиплеера...Если история первой части была немного простенькой, то история второй части немного туповатая. Повсюду бессмысленные мувы и новые деревянные персонажи. Талион с Келебомбом вообще ни капли не развились с первой части. Shadow of War — доведенная до ума первая часть, где есть недомультиплеер. Как же этой игре не хватает полноценного мультиплеера...
  24. Pelle69420
    Sep 26, 2022
    8
    Really don't know why the game is a 4.4 but I really liked the game, was a bit dull in the beginning but the nemesis system and stealth, gameplay, story is REALLY awesome. Also enjoyed the multiplayer quite a bit. DON'T buy the dlc tho holy **** its a scam
  25. Chaothic
    Jul 30, 2022
    5
    The unexpected worst game played this year so far (besides diablo immoral ofc).
    The nemesis system is highly overrated and gets tiresome fast with all the interruptions and sometimes absolute aids RNG of it (i.e. overlord literally immune to everything except stealth sure is fun - hint: stealth doesn't work there).
    An infinite enemy spawn out of thin air combined with an absolute ****    The unexpected worst game played this year so far (besides diablo immoral ofc).
    The nemesis system is highly overrated and gets tiresome fast with all the interruptions and sometimes absolute aids RNG of it (i.e. overlord literally immune to everything except stealth sure is fun - hint: stealth doesn't work there).
    An infinite enemy spawn out of thin air combined with an absolute **** for combat flow, abysmal targetting and clunky controls in general, only add to the toxicity of gameplay.
    It's OK'ish for the story alone until the final act, but after that, all the issues of the game show off, and only those with too much free time and patience for their own good can enjoy.    … Expand
  26. Zeneko90
    Jul 14, 2022
    7
    Nettes. Spiel es hat echt viel Spaß gemacht. Mehr davon! Nicht zu lang, nicht zu kurz. Genau richtig.
  27. danilogan7
    Jul 3, 2022
    3
    O jogo se perde completamente ao introduzir micro transações. No final do jogo fica evidente a forçada para terminar as missões as comprando.
    O jogo é bonito, tem uma gameplay maneira, história justa e com algumas ligações com o filme do senhor dos anéis.
  28. AJCk19
    Jun 27, 2022
    5
    +5 stars for the nemesis system.

    -5 stars for everything else being bad. You want a action rpg? Literally pick anything else. I'm getting tired of the Batman Arkham style of combat. Stuff like Kingdom Hearts or Kingdom of Amalur has way better gameplay when it comes to action.
  29. 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.
  30. ozioz
    May 30, 2022
    10
    Alright. I just made account so i can write review.
    I heard about microtransactions, and lootboxes.
    I bought this game later, and they removed those.
    This game is amazing, i loved every single bit of it.
    Nemesis is amazinng and sometimes can be very funny..
    its worth of try.
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Metascore
75

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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