April 24, 2007
The Lord of the Rings Online: Shadows of
Angmar Launches
The Most Anticipated New MMO of the Year Now
Available
Turbine, Inc. and Midway Games Inc. announced
today that The Lord of the Rings Online: Shadows of Angmar is now available for
purchase across North America. The game is the first and only massively
multiplayer online game based on the books of J.R.R. Tolkien. In development for
over four years, the game opens up the mystical world of Middle-earth and
creates the opportunity for endless adventure.
Legions of fans have been waiting in great
anticipation for the opportunity to start their adventure in Middle-earth, and
as of today, the wait is over! The Lord of the Rings Online delivers an
interactive experience brimming with life and filled with the familiar people,
places and monsters from the most beloved fantasy adventure of all time. From
the quaint surroundings of the Shire to Angmar, the vile kingdom of the
Witch-king, players will experience the world of Middle-earth as never before.
"The release of The Lord of the Rings Online
marks a momentous occasion for MMO gamers and Tolkien fans around the world,"
said Jeff Anderson, president and CEO of Turbine, Inc. "Countless adventures
await gamers eager to experience Middle-earth in an entirely new way, and we’re
confident that once they’ve visited this epic world, they’ll never want to
leave."
"The Lord of the Rings franchise, with its
incredibly rich history and extensive fan base, lends itself perfectly to the
MMO genre," said Steve Allison, chief marketing officer, Midway. "We’re thrilled
to be able to partner with Turbine to bring The Lord of the Rings Online to
North American gamers looking for a way to experience the world of Middle-earth
like never before."
Turbine also announced today the first update to
The Lord of the Rings Online. This free update, called the Shores of Evendim, is
scheduled to be released this coming June and will include an entirely new
landscape region, over 60 additional quests, the Battle for Helegrod raid, nine
new monsters and major enhancements to monster play and the music system.
The Lord of the Rings Online is now available for
purchase at major retailers in both a Special and Standard Edition. The Special
Edition of The Lord of the Rings Online includes the game on a single DVD, 30
days of free play, the official "Making of The Lord of the Rings Online" DVD,
the official game soundtrack and an exclusive in-game item. The Special Edition
retails for a U.S. MSRP of $59.99, while the Standard Edition of the game is
available for a U.S. MSRP of $49.99.
For more information about The Lord of the Rings
Online, please visit
www.lotro.com.
