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technology2 months ago

Amazon's Lord of the Rings MMO and New World Face Uncertain Futures

Amazon has reportedly canceled its second Lord of the Rings MMO project amid mass layoffs at the company, with the former senior developer confirming the project's termination and expressing disappointment. The company is shifting away from MMOs, with the game’s development halted after a brief reveal and limited details released. Despite this, existing Middle-earth games like The Lord of the Rings Online continue to have a dedicated player base.

via Rock Paper Shotgun|
#amazon#game-development#layoffs
entertainment1 year ago

Exploring Familiar Paths: 'War of the Rohirrim' and Its Cultural Echoes

"The War Of The Rohirrim," the first Lord of the Rings anime feature, explores the legend of Helm Hammerhand, a King of Rohan, through a blend of 2-D and 3-D animation. Directed by Kenji Kamiyama, the film revives Peter Jackson's Middle-earth aesthetic but is critiqued for its familiar narrative and lack of depth in character development, particularly in its portrayal of Héra, a new character. While visually striking, the film is seen as a slight addition to the Lord of the Rings saga, lacking the unique magic of Tolkien's world.

via The A.V. Club|
#anime#entertainment#helm-hammerhand
movie-review1 year ago

Mixed Reviews for 'The War of the Rohirrim': A Lord of the Rings Anime Prequel

'The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim' is an anime-style prequel set 183 years before the original trilogy, featuring Brian Cox as Helm Hammerhand. While the plot is predictable and dialogue melodramatic, the film excels in its stunning animation, blending 2D and 3D styles. Directed by Kenji Kamiyama, it offers a visually rich experience that appeals to both fans and newcomers, despite its lengthy runtime.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#animation#brian-cox#middle-earth
entertainment1 year ago

The War of the Rohirrim: A Nostalgic Yet Mixed Return to Middle-earth

"The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim" is an animated film that revives the spirit of Peter Jackson's original trilogy, focusing on the legendary riders of Rohan and a central shieldmaiden character. Directed by Kenji Kamiyama, the film maintains the visual and thematic continuity of Jackson's work, with contributions from original concept artists and voice actors. While praised for its adventure and drama, the film also faces criticism for perpetuating some of the racial stereotypes present in Tolkien's work. It releases in U.S. theaters on December 13.

via Polygon|
#entertainment#lord-of-the-rings#middle-earth
entertainment1 year ago

Tom Bombadil Shines in 'The Rings of Power' Season 2 First Look

Tom Bombadil, one of J.R.R. Tolkien's most enigmatic characters, will make his on-screen debut in The Rings of Power Season 2, premiering on Amazon Prime Video on August 29, 2024. Played by Rory Kinnear, Bombadil's appearance could shed light on his mysterious nature and his role in Middle-earth's history, despite his previous absence from major adaptations.

via Inverse|
#amazon-prime-video#entertainment#jrr-tolkien
entertainment1 year ago

Tom Bombadil Revealed in First Look for 'The Rings of Power' Season 2

Tom Bombadil, a beloved and enigmatic character from J.R.R. Tolkien's Lord of the Rings, will appear in season two of Amazon Prime's The Rings of Power. Vanity Fair has released first-look images of Rory Kinnear as Bombadil, who will meet The Stranger (likely Gandalf) and play a slightly more interventionist role than in the books. Fans are eager to see and hear Bombadil's iconic singing in the series.

via Nerdist|
#amazon-prime#entertainment#jrr-tolkien
gaming2 years ago

Exploring the Depths of Moria: A Review and Guide

"Return to Moria" is a dungeon simulation game developed by Free Range Games, where players take on the role of a dwarf reclaiming the undercity of Khazad-dûm. Despite some building quirks, the game offers an extensively researched and varied interpretation of Moria, featuring endless pillared halls, underground forests, abandoned dwarven towns, and more. The game explores themes of avarice and transformation, drawing inspiration from J.R.R. Tolkien's depiction of Moria in "The Lord of the Rings." While still in development, the game shows promise and offers an intriguing experience for fans of the franchise and dungeon sim enthusiasts alike.

via Rock Paper Shotgun|
#dungeon-sim#free-range-games#gaming
gaming2 years ago

Gollum Takes Center Stage in New LOTR Game Trailer.

The Lord of the Rings: Gollum is a new action-adventure video game set in the world of J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth series. Players take on the role of Gollum as he navigates dangerous terrain and encounters familiar and new characters in pursuit of what is most precious to him. The game is available now on multiple platforms, with a Nintendo Switch version coming later this year.

via IGN|
#action-adventure#gaming#gollum
gaming2 years ago

Amazon Games to Launch New Lord of the Rings MMO with New World Developers.

Amazon Games is developing a new MMO game based on The Lord of the Rings, set in Middle-earth and featuring stories from The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings trilogy. The game will be published globally for PC and consoles, with a release date to be announced later. Amazon Games Orange County is leading the development after striking a deal with Middle-earth Enterprises. This is Amazon Games' latest move in game publishing and development, following the success of its internally developed MMO New World and action RPG Lost Ark from Smilegate RPG.

via Deadline|
#amazon#gaming#lord-of-the-rings
gaming2 years ago

The Lord of the Rings: Gollum - DLC, Editions, and Platforms.

The Precious Edition of The Lord of the Rings: Gollum game includes a "Sindarin VO" bonus DLC that adds extra voice-acting in the Elvish tongue of Sindarin, done by professionals and made for Middle-earth die-hard fans. However, the developer clarified that the DLC is designed to add extra flavor and atmosphere to the more random NPCs you encounter as you work your way through the game, and even if you own just the base game, Elves will still speak in Sindarin when necessary. The Sindarin VO expansion adds additional Sindarin lines to some of the characters in the background.

via Push Square|
#dlc#gaming#gollum
entertainment2 years ago

Elijah Wood cautiously optimistic about new Lord of the Rings movies.

Elijah Wood expresses cautious optimism about Warner Bros.' plan to make "multiple" new movies set in Middle-Earth, based on J.R.R. Tolkien's works. While acknowledging the commercial nature of the decision, Wood hopes that the new films will be driven by a passion for the source material and a desire to explore it, as was the case with Peter Jackson's Lord of the Rings trilogy.

via The A.V. Club|
#elijah-wood#entertainment#lord-of-the-rings
gaming2 years ago

"The Lord of the Rings: Gollum - Precious Edition and Bonuses Revealed"

The Lord of the Rings: Gollum, a new LOTR adventure game, is set to release on Xbox, PlayStation, and PC on May 25 in a standard edition and a "Precious edition" that includes extra goodies. Preorders are available now, and all preorders come with a pack of six exclusive in-game emotes for Gollum. The Precious edition includes an "Art Expedition" app, a lore compendium, an official soundtrack, and a Sindarin voice-over DLC expansion. The game focuses on stealth and agility instead of combat, and players explore Middle-earth through the eyes of Gollum during The Fellowship of the Ring storyline.

via GameSpot|
#gaming#gollum#middle-earth
gaming2 years ago

Lord of the Rings fans rejoice: Gollum game set for May release!

The Lord of the Rings: Gollum will be released on May 25 for PlayStation 5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC, with a Nintendo Switch version coming later this year. The game will feature a mix of stealth and action as players control Gollum and make choices that align with either his darker or gentler side. The game has faced delays and was originally announced in 2019. The release date comes during a busy time for AAA releases.

via IGN|
#gaming#gollum#middle-earth