The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-earth II

Also known as: Lord of the Rings Battle For Middle-earth II [UK]
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Tactics meet Tolkien in this endlessly enjoyable strategy game

Words: Charlie Barratt, GamesRadar US
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Because how can you resist a game that not only enables you to pit hobbits against dragons on a regular basis, but also gives you the tools necessary to concoct a crazy strategy in which the little guys actually win? Whether you're a fan of the property, a real-time strategy buff, an Xbox Live warrior, or some combination of the three, this one is definitely worth checking out.

Need more proof? Click the Movies tab above and watch actual game footage of all the splendor and destruction that makes BFME II so satisfying.

You'll love
  • Miniature Middle-earth at your fingertips
  • Epic, addictive multiplayer
  • Surprisingly complex strategy
You'll hate
  • Unsurprisingly complex controls
  • Short and stingy single-player
  • Telling units apart
 
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The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-earth II

Genre: Strategy
Expected release date: 07/05/2006
Published by: EA GAMES
Developed by: Electronic Arts, EA Los Angeles
Franchise: Lord of the Rings
Multiplayer Modes:
Online
4 player VS
4 player CO-OP
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