An open-world adventure set in the Lord Of The Rings universe?
He also gains wraith-like abilities.
Theres also the matter of finding out about the wraiths past, which is root in the series lore.
Theres the open world and mission structure ofFar Cry, complete with fast travel towers and strongholds.
The army of Sauron is made up of Uruks, powerful orcs that function in a combative hierarchy.
Dead officers will upset the strength Saurons army, but will be replaced by others soon enough.
This is great, but the best part comes from losing.
Theyll also remember the encounter, and when you next meet, will taunt you.
Its really refreshing, and a great way to makeMordors enemies and combat stand apart from the rest.
Even the endless masses of blade-fodder here can become powerful foes.
Its a brilliant system, and one thats a real core element, a not a simple gimmick.
I loved being ambushed by a group of captains whilst on another missions.
You have my sword…
Stuck in a fight thats too much for you to handle?
Then run away, hide and then stealth kill some foes to even it out.
When it is required, the stealth system works well, more so than many other stealth titles.
Talion also has a raft of abilities that can be unlocked as you earn experience.
Runes can be applied to weapons to add buffs and benefits to various kills.
Its basically a cooler version ofAssassins Creeds Eagle Vision.
I have to say, though, that the freerunning and climbing system is far better thanAssassins Creeds.
Ubisoft, take note.
And yes, thats even without a multiplayer, which the game doesnt include.
It just goes to prove that a game doesnt need shoehorned-in multiplayer to be good.
Its also fun to interfere with orc promotion rituals, upsetting the flow of the enemy.
The license just helps enhance the story and the characters within.
Rating:
5 out of 5
