Finally a decent real-time strategy game that draws its motivation from the movies around LotR. The graphics are beyond reproach. On my machine (3GHz, 5900 XT, 1 GB RAM), the game runs absolutely smoothly, the sound through 5.1. comes across fantastic. The gameplay has its focus clearly tactically, so with what units I'm fighting against whom. Resource extraction is negligible, is controlled by the construction of farms, which then automatically deliver the Eini Zigen commodities (food) on time. About some story deviations could be discussed, but interferes with the gameplay in any way. On the contrary, (who wants to give up the cool spells of Gandalf). Nice touches like the light of Frodo's sword in contact with orcs lift the mood. For every RTS fan with an interest in LotR universe of this game is an absolute must-have!