Shadow of Mordor’s Gameplay Walkthrough Has Arrived
Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor gameplay has arrived. Get ready for your first look at the Nemesis System and the uruk of Sauron's army as Talion tracks down a high value target that he’s been after for some time.
I'd stick around to say more, but I'd rather not put even a single sentence more between you and the action you'll soon be a part of within the borders of Mordor.
Crafting Udûn: Concept Art Exploration
Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor takes place in Mordor, The Land of Shadow, during a time that's never been seen before. Sauron has only just returned to The Black Land, and much of its old-world charm is still intact. And due to that, the art team here at Monolith had a chance to reimagine Mordor and explore what it looked like before Mount Doom scarred the land.
“We use all the tools available to us as artists to invoke that emotional response from the player. Palette, lighting, atmosphere, and silhouette are all part of communicating a sense of immersion and overall tone,” said Art Director, Philip Straub, when describing this early look at Udûn, just one area within Mordor that you'll explore in-game. “During the time in which our story ta…
New screens and concept art
Here are the photo's please enjoy and comment and let's collaborate and find out out what's in these images that we haven't added to the Wikia.
This Wikia
I can't wait till we at least get some gameplay footage for Middle-earth shadow of Mordor. Hopefully the will show some new craetures uruks locations etc. When this game comes out though expect a lot of editing. I' lokking forward to adding mission walkthroughs achievement walkthroughs and secrets. I'm so pumped for this game and I know amny people are as well. I will try to get more people to come to this wikia and join the great community that Mark help make for us.
Good expectations
Not just me but a lot of people have hope for this game. Not that the others were not good. But they lack the storytelling new visions new directions. Although I was worried that the creators of F.E.A.R (Monolith) are working on this game. But after watching videos with Mark De Plater (Director Of Design) for this game I started to realize the passion that he and Colleagues have for the License and have a respect for it. They know how Tolkien visioned his books and Peter jackson is working with them as well. I have high expectaions for this game and I know for a fact that Monolith will surpass my expectaions.
Thankyou for Bring us back to Middle-Earth Monolith
Concerns
Being a long time Tolkien-gaming fan, these are the four points that I always seem to stumble upon when I visit LOTR-forums.
1) Flashy Magic: A concern that has popped up on most LOTR forums that I've visited. Magic in Tolkien-based games should be rather subtler than it is in other universes (Elder Scrolls, Arcania, Dragon Age, ... ). The universe is expanded enough to allow some freedom (the half-Wraith creation being one of them) but just don't push it to the limit with flashy effects and a complete dependance on the use of magic. The real magic in the Tolkien-universe is the strenght of one's persona, whether it's driven by courage, love or revenge.
2) Middle-earth or LOTR? It's subtle, but it is there. This is the first Tolkien-based …
Excitement
Shadow of Mordor has ignited a real sense of excitement in me that I have not had in a video game since the ending of Mass Effect 3 had me questioning the medium I'd held so dear for years. The GameInformer interviews I watched had me glued to the screen and very much looking forward to this ambitious, exciting looking game.
Hello, Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor community
Hey, everyone!
My name is Andy Salisbury and I'm the community manager here at Monolith Productions. Let me, and the devs you've now seen in the video just above (you have watched it, haven't you?) be the first to welcome you to our official community, right here on Wikia. Everyone on the Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor team is thrilled to be working with you.
I'll be here to provide you with regular updates, and to share information such as exclusive screenshots, concept art, and video content direct from the studio. And beyond that, we're really excited to have YOU participate in this community. There's a wealth of Middle-earth knowledge, lore, and content across Wikia, and we can't wait to work together to explore this new chronicle of Middl…
New Shadow of Mordor screenshots released
Several new Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor screenshots have just been released, showing Talion, the Wraith and various locations and enemies. Click here for an overview of all screenshots released so far, or view the gallery below to see the newly released screenshots.
What do you think? Leave your opinion in the comments!
EXCLUSIVE: The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug Tickets Giveaway
Great news, LOTR and The Hobbit fans! We're giving FOUR lucky winners a pair of tickets to the Hero Complex Screening Series IMAX preview of "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug" in New York. Winners can attend the preview, which is followed by a Q&A with the wonderful Sir Ian McKellen aka Gandalf!
Details for the event are below:
DATE & TIME: Monday, December 9th at 6pm
PLACE: AMC 34th Street 14 & IMAX, New York, NY 10001
More info on this screen can be found HERE. See below for how to enter!
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Four (4) winners will each win the following:
The Prize: A pair of tickets (two seats) to the Hero Complex Screening Series IMAX preview…
Vote in Wikia's Epic Dragon Battle
Calling all dragon fans! Throughout the centuries, in lands far away and forgotten, mankind has battled dragons. Now, from Middle-earth, the Wizarding World, the Seven Kingdoms of Westeros, and many other realms, the great creatures have gathered to fight one another in an epic battle!
As these dragons battle it out, YOU can decide which dragon will reign supreme in Wikia's Epic Dragon Battle! Will the great Smaug reign supreme? Click here to vote for the dragons you'd like to see move on to the next round, and keep checking back to discover if your chosen dragon has advanced!
GameInformer - The Music of Shadow of Mordor
The eighth and final piece of GameInformer's Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor coverage has just been released.
GameInformer spoke with Monolith's senior composer Nathan Grigg and director of audio Brian Pamintuan about the score of Shadow of Mordor. They talk about how the game's music contributes to the game's rhythmic free-flow combat and overall atmosphere of the game. The interview also includes music samples, so don't miss out!
What do you think about the score? Does it meet your expectations? Leave your opinion in the comments!
GameInformer - The Art of Shadow of Mordor
GameInformer has just released their seventh piece of Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor coverage. Today's article is about the art and visuals of Shadow of Mordor. GameInformer spoke with Shadow of Mordor's art director Phil Straub:
Click here to view the full article, or view the gallery below to see the newly released concept art. Be sure to visit our screenshots page, which lists all screenshots and concept art released so far.
the forces are massing
in the sreies we all know the common story for how the battle for middle earth ended sarouns retreat and the orcs in ruins and then the brave charge on mordor to end saroun for good after the ring is thrown in the fire.
but i and most of you should read the 13 books to in form you about the first events in middle earth.
so i think evry time i finish 2 boks of this seires i will upload ablog descibing them.
yes i do know about the hobbit but this informs you way beyond that
enjoy pls freinds of lord of the rings!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
GameInformer - Monolith and Shadow of Mordor
The sixth piece of GameInformer coverage has just been released. Today's coverage is all about Monolith Productions, the company behind Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor. The video covers their history, how they got to work on Shadow of Mordor and various others subjects.
What do you think? Do you think the license is in the right hands? Leave your opinion in the comments!
GameInformer - Orcs and Uruks
The fifth piece of GameInformer coverage of Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor has just been released.
Today's coverage is all about the Orcs of Middle-earth, referred to as Uruk in-game. Monolith explains how they want to create interesting and complex Uruk that aren't like the typical fantasy archetype.
Are you looking forward to seeing the Uruk in-game? Leave your opinion in the comments!
GameInformer - Shadow of Mordor's Place in Middle-earth
GameInformer has just released their fourth piece of Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor coverage. The article talks about Shadow of Mordor's place in Tolkien's Legendarium, and about what's happening in Middle-earth around the time of Shadow of Mordor.
Take note though, as the article contains spoilers for The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit, so if you haven't seen the movies or read the books yet, be warned!
Click here to view the coverage.
GameInformer - Sandbox World
The third piece of GameInformer coverage was just released: a sixteen minute interview with Monolith's Michael de Plater, the director of design of Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor. He talks about creating the ultimate sandbox for fans of Middle-earth, and how the gaming industry is starting to focus more and more on player freedom.
Are you looking forward to adventuring through Mordor and possibly visiting various landmarks such as Mount Doom and Barad-dûr (or what's left of it)? Leave your opinion in the comments!
GameInformer - A Biography of Talion
GameInformer has just released their third piece of Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor coverage, a biography of the protagonist Talion, a loyal member of the Rangers of Gondor.
The article talks about the contrast between on the one side the Rangers of the North, a reclusive group of scouts who steer clear of the civilizations they protect, and on the other end of the spectrum the Nazgûl, the twisted ringwraiths who serve Sauron. As Talion is both a ranger and a wraith, this creates an interesting opportunity for the narrative and gameplay for Monolith.
Click here for the full biography, or read our updated article on Talion where we've collected the information.
GameInformer - Creating the Story of Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor
GameInformer has just released their second piece of Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor coverage, consisting of a video interview with Monolith's Director of Design Michael de Plater and Lead Writer Christian Cantamessa, who was one of the lead developers and writers on Red Dead Redemption.
Did you enjoy Red Dead Redemption? Are you happy to see Christian Cantamessa on Monolith's development team? Leave your opinion in the comments!
Welcome all, such an exciting time in Middle Earth
Maybe we can get some conversations going about possible game storyline, locations, characters, etc.
Maybe also we can possibly get some screenshots through this site?? Devs?
Thanks everyone!
Shadow of Mordor Fan Page
I am so excited for this game!
I am starting a Google Plus Shadow of Mordor Fan Page where I hope to post links and short news posts, all related to the game. I hope the page will become a collection of various news sources so you can find new info at one location.
Search for "Shadow of Mordor" in Google Plus and the page should appear under "People and Pages. "I would be honored if you checked it out and followed!
Thanks!
Game Informer's coverage of Shadow of Mordor with video commentary
Game Informer is running an exclusive story about Shadow of Mordor. They are rolling out the article to digital subscribers later today but have released a coverage trailer about the game, and its influences.
Official Shadow of Mordor Community Unveiled
What evil lies in the shadow of Mordor? Uruk? The Nazgûl? The rising tide of Sauron’s army?
Well… yes. But that’s not what I’m talking about. What I’m referring to is an exciting new video game and corresponding Wikia Official Community! Neither of which are “evil,” I might add.
In Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor (coming to current- and next-gen consoles in 2014), players take on the role of Talion – a valiant ranger whose family is slain the night Sauron and his army return to Mordor, moments before his own life is taken. Resurrected by a Spirit of vengeance and empowered with Wraith abilities, Talion ventures into Mordor and vows to destroy those who’ve wronged him. Through the course of Talion’s personal vendetta, players uncover the truth…
Introducing Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor
All of us here at Monolith Productions are proud to introduce Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor!
In Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor, you take on the role of Talion, a valiant ranger whose family is slain the night Sauron and his army return to Mordor, moments before his own life is taken. Resurrected by a Spirit of vengeance and empowered with Wraith abilities, Talion ventures into Mordor and vows to destroy those who have wronged him. Through the course of Talion’s personal vendetta, you will uncover the truth of the Spirit that compels you, learn the origins of the Rings of Power and ultimately confront your true nemesis.
The team at Game Informer came to our studio and got an exclusive first look, and you can see all their coverage starting tod…