If you enjoyed The Two Towers game back in 2002, then there's no doubt you will like The Return of the King. With more advanced gameplay, more characters, and great graphics, this gaming-sequel fixes some of the predecessor's flaws, but is still equal overall.
Much like the prior game, The Return of the King follows the storyline/time-line of the films. However, unlike the theatrical cut, the Black Gate of Mordor level includes the Mouth of Sauron -- which can be seen in the extended cut. The Minas Tirith levels are grand -- a more expansive map would've been spectacular. However, with even some of the more epic levels, the ones including Frodo and Sam are rather disappointing, as they're the easiest of the bunch; these levels require a sense of direction, rather than strategy.
If I had to point out the hardest level, it would be a tie between the Crack of Doom -- as defeating Gollum is harder than expected -- and the Battle of the Pelennor Fields where you have to duel the Witch-King.
There's more combat moves for each character, which improves on the stiffness of the ones incorporated in The Two Towers -- however, once again, they're ninja-like, even for Gimli.
Overall, this is definitely worth your cash. It's fun, and can be beaten in about five hours -- which is both a pro and con. I recommend it to fans of The Lord of the Rings, and to those who enjoyed the previous game.
Much like the prior game, The Return of the King follows the storyline/time-line of the films. However, unlike the theatrical cut, the Black Gate of Mordor level includes the Mouth of Sauron -- which can be seen in the extended cut. The Minas Tirith levels are grand -- a more expansive map would've been spectacular. However, with even some of the more epic levels, the ones including Frodo and Sam are rather disappointing, as they're the easiest of the bunch; these levels require a sense of direction, rather than strategy.
If I had to point out the hardest level, it would be a tie between the Crack of Doom -- as defeating Gollum is harder than expected -- and the Battle of the Pelennor Fields where you have to duel the Witch-King.
There's more combat moves for each character, which improves on the stiffness of the ones incorporated in The Two Towers -- however, once again, they're ninja-like, even for Gimli.
Overall, this is definitely worth your cash. It's fun, and can be beaten in about five hours -- which is both a pro and con. I recommend it to fans of The Lord of the Rings, and to those who enjoyed the previous game.