- Publisher: EA Games
- Release Date: Oct 21, 2002
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A top-quality production on every level, and is arguably the best hack-and-slash game since the original "Golden Axe."
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From the spark of a parried attack, to the whirr of a blurred blade slashing through the air and a kick that knocks opponents back and off-balance so the killing blow can be struck, this game is a visual delight.
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Game InformerSometimes the fighting gets so intense, you can feel the fate of Middle Earth weighing down on you more and more wtih each blow. [Dec 2002, p.111]
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It’s filled with action, and has enough RPG elements to keep it interesting (although the replay value would be subdued for a non-fan because the extras are for the fans).
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Two Towers isn’t perfect, and it’s pretty far from groundbreaking, but it’s undeniably awesome to delve into such an authentic representation of this universe and whup some orc backside.
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Cheat Code CentralHack'n slash fans and Tolkienites will go nuts over this.
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Play MagazineI've never experienced so much in the way of trimmings from the source material. [Dec 2002, p.61]
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Official U.S. Playstation MagazineThe last level at Helm's Deep is possibly one of the most incredible-looking levels I've ever seen in a game...It's simply breathtaking. [Dec 2002, p.163]
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A solid pick - especially for players who enjoy nonstop action - that lives up to the expectations set by the movie on which it's based.
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Should appeal to nerdy D&D chicks and foxy fantasy fans alike... Brainy babes who dig "Myst"-like games need not apply.
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The graphics are excellent in this game and I noticed no slowdown even with lots of Orcs on-screen at a time.
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Easily one of the most striking titles of the year.
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Good, twitchy action-fun. Based on the movie, this fast-action style beat-'em-up is well adorned with great supporting elements from quality sound, graphics and other movie-related resources.
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Entertainment WeeklyA gaming experience that works with - rather than exploits - the source material. [Oct 25, 2002, p.82]
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GameNowMay be the best directly movie-based title I've ever played. [Jan 20003, p.42]
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Though not the deepest action game we've played, it's well worth the time for 'Rings' fans and action game gurus alike. We're not completely satisfied; the game is much too short, and is in dire need of a second player.
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Electronic Gaming MonthlyA basic hack-'n'-slash game, albeit a really good one. [Jan 2003, p.174]
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Fans of the first film will definitely want to pick this one up, but those who enjoy action games in general will also find a lot to like here, in spite of the game's short length.
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GMR MagazineAnything bearing the valuable Lord of the Rings license will sell well. Happily, there's more to this beat 'em up than just the license. [Feb 2003, p.93]
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netjakA good game to rent for a rainy weekend; you’ll certainly get $5 of fun out of the game, and you should be done with it one way or the other by the time it needs to go back.
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With so much chasing and fighting in the movie, the scrolling slasher genre seems ideal. However, the result is a simplistic and repetitive game. [PSM2]
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The action is quality and the story is told, even if in small portions and with very little in the way of depth.
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The shortness of the game is partially forgiven by the richness of its production.
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It's somewhat short (maybe five hours per character) and isn't the best action game you'll ever play, but it is the best action game based on "The Lord of the Rings."
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Despite the logic issues, the lack of a two-player mode, and the utterly disappointing "secret" level and character, I still consider the game to be a success.
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It’s fun while it lasts, but requires relatively little skill – just an iron will and determination to progress through 16 lavish, on rails, scripted levels.
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PSM MagazineThe game, as a whole, doesn't feel totally balanced. [Holiday 2002, p.32]
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Only its short length (a meager 7-8 hours) and lack of multiplayer support keeps The Two Towers from overtaking Koei’s “Dynasty Warriors 3” as the system’s best mindless hack-and-slash action/adventure.
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Perhaps the most impressive aspect of the game's delivery is the sound, which is some of the best ever.
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With graphics prettier than Arwen and gameplay shorter than Bilbo Baggins, The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers ends up a mixed bag.
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The graphics and sound (enhanced by the actual voices of the movie’s stars) were well-rendered and intricate indeed, but players soon grew bored with repetitive thrusting and parrying against evil Sauron’s monstrous hordes.
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It isn't so attractive after you sit down to play it. Still, the glitz and intense combat can make you forget that there is no substance here for at least a few hours.
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#15 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2002
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User score distribution:
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Positive: 99 out of 133
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Mixed: 28 out of 133
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Negative: 6 out of 133
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Jan 6, 2016
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SamAug 28, 2004Fantastic graphics and an outstanding control scheme make this one to remember for all eternity.
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TheGamerFeb 8, 2003