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Skyrim eclipsed Lord of the Rings: War in the North's launch 15 years ago, so the WB Games lead who "argued vociferously" against the release is happy to see it get a second shot
The Lord of the Rings: War in the North has been re-released by publisher Aspyr, allowing it a second chance after its original launch 15 years ago. Christian Allen, the original design director for WB Games, revealed he had argued against releasing the game so close to The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim's launch, fearing it would be overshadowed. The game, developed by Snowblind Studios, was a commercial disappointment at the time but is now available for players to experience without major competition.
2011 Lord Of The Rings Game Didn’t Get A “Fair Shake” Launching Near Skyrim, Former WB Boss Says
Christian Allen, formerly of Warner Bros. Games, believes The Lord of the Rings: War in the North did not receive a fair chance at launch in 2011 due to its proximity to The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. He argued against the release date, citing concerns that the game would be overshadowed and compared unfavorably to Skyrim, which proved to be true according to reviews. The game has since been re-released by Aspyr Media.
The Lord of the Rings: War in the North re-release is just the start as publisher teases "more classic releases" from Middle-earth are on the way
Aspyr has re-released The Lord of the Rings: War in the North and teased that more classic Lord of the Rings games are planned for future releases. This announcement suggests a potential revival of several previously inaccessible titles from the franchise, including The Third Age and Battle for Middle-earth.
More Lord Of The Rings Game Re-Releases Are Coming
Aspyr Media has released a new "Legacy Edition" of the 2011 game The Lord of the Rings: War in the North and confirmed that more classic Lord of the Rings game re-releases are planned. The company also noted that brand-new Lord of the Rings titles are in development by studios like Warhorse and Crystal Dynamics.
A forgotten old co-op Lord of the Rings game has been unexpectedly remastered and re-released, and there's a promise of more to come
Aspyr has released a remastered 'Legacy Edition' of the 2011 co-op action RPG, The Lord of the Rings: War in the North, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, with a Nintendo Switch version to follow. This updated version features 60 FPS support, improved UI, and bug fixes. Warner Bros. has teased that this is the first of several classic Lord of the Rings game re-releases planned from Aspyr.
Överraskning! The Lord of the Rings: War in the North Legacy Edition har släppts
Aspyr has surprise-released a remastered version of The Lord of the Rings: War in the North for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. This Legacy Edition features higher resolution and frame rates, improved controls, a clearer UI, and the ability to switch characters mid-game. Aspyr also announced plans to re-release more older Lord of the Rings titles.
Aspyr to Release More Classic The Lord of the Rings Games Following War in the North
Aspyr has announced plans to release more classic The Lord of the Rings games following the recent PC and console re-release of The Lord of the Rings: War in the North. While specific titles were not revealed, the company indicated that fans can anticipate further releases from the beloved franchise. Aspyr is also reportedly considering ports of Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor and its sequel for modern platforms.
Aspyr Says More Classic Lord of the Rings Games Are Coming — So What Could Be Next?
Aspyr has released The Lord of the Rings: War in the North - Legacy Edition and indicated that more classic Lord of the Rings games are planned for release. This suggests a continued focus on bringing beloved titles from the franchise to modern platforms.
A long-lost Lord of the Rings action RPG makes a surprise return to Steam
The Lord of the Rings: War in the North, an action RPG originally released in 2011, has returned to Steam in a new Legacy Edition. Developed by Aspyr, which is owned by Embracer (also owner of Middle-earth Enterprises), this updated version includes enhancements like hot-swappable characters, a refined interface, and bug fixes. The game is currently available on Steam with a 10% launch discount.
PS5 Remaster of 2011 Action RPG Surprise Drops on PlayStation Store
The Lord of the Rings: War in the North – Legacy Edition, a remastered version of the 2011 action RPG, has launched on PlayStation 5, PC, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. Developed by Snowblind Studios and published by Aspyr, the Legacy Edition features optimized performance, modern upgrades like gyro controls and a new autosave feature, and enhanced co-op gameplay for up to three players. It is available for $19.99 with a 10% launch discount until August 24.
15 years later, delisted Lord of the Rings action RPG resurfaces with a remastered version on PS5, Switch 2, Xbox Series…
Aspyr Media has surprise-released a remastered version of the 2011 action RPG, The Lord of the Rings: War in the North, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and PC. This 'Legacy Edition' includes modern enhancements such as refined enemy-target locking, improved UI, autosave, and gyro controls. Aspyr also teased future releases from the beloved franchise.
More Lord of the Rings Remasters Are in the Works Following War in the North Re-Release, Confirms Aspyr
Aspyr has announced plans to re-release more Lord of the Rings games following the recent re-release of The Lord of the Rings: War in the North on modern platforms. This indicates a continued focus on bringing classic titles from the franchise to current hardware.
The Lord Of The Rings: War In The North – Legacy Edition Shadow Drops On Xbox And More
The Lord of the Rings: War in the North – Legacy Edition has been surprise-released on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC for £16.74. This updated version of the 2011 action RPG includes modern improvements such as 60 FPS support, refined targeting, and an improved interface. The game allows up to three players to join online or two players locally for co-op action.
2011 The Lord Of The Rings Game Gets Surprise Re-Release Today
Aspyr Media has surprise-released a new edition of The Lord of the Rings: War in the North, originally developed by Snowblind Studios in 2011. The Legacy edition is now available for $20 on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PC, featuring updated co-op and solo play options. Embracer Group, which owns the rights, has teased a revival of The Lord of the Rings games.
The Lord of the Rings: War in the North Legacy Edition revealed for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch, out today
Aspyr has announced The Lord of the Rings: War in the North Legacy Edition, an updated version of the 2011 action RPG, which is available today for Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. The Legacy Edition includes local split-screen and online co-op, deep RPG progression, and features familiar characters and locations from Tolkien's legendarium.
The Lord of the Rings: War in the North – Legacy Edition is Out Now With 4K/60 FPS Support
Aspyr Media has released The Lord of the Rings: War in the North – Legacy Edition, featuring support for up to 4K resolution and 60 FPS. The updated version is available on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch, offering hack-and-slash combat for up to three players, both locally and online. The game is currently discounted to $17.99 until August 25th.
Iron Man to Ark 2: 15 announced games which have disappeared into the ether
This article highlights 15 announced video games that have seemingly disappeared into development hell, with no substantial news or release dates for years. Titles like Star Wars Eclipse, Little Devil Inside, and Beyond Good & Evil 2 are discussed as examples of games stuck in limbo, some technically not cancelled but facing significant development challenges or prolonged silence, raising concerns about their eventual release.
'A reveal later this year has been planned' — Hold on to your sabers fellow Star Wars fans, a new report claims Knights of the Old Republic remake will finally be re-revealed soon
The Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic remake is reportedly set to be re-revealed later this year, with development at Saber Interactive described as smooth and ramping up. While a launch in 2028 is considered a possibility, a mid-to-late 2027 release is the best-case scenario. The project was originally announced in 2021 and later transferred from Aspyr Media to Saber Interactive in August 2022.
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic – Remake Might be Revealed in Late 2026 – Rumor
A new report suggests that the remake of Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic is progressing well under Saber Interactive, with a potential reveal planned for late 2026, though this could be pushed to 2027. Development was initially handled by Aspyr before being transferred to Mad Head Games, working with Saber Interactive. The original 2003 RPG was developed by BioWare.
Star Wars: KOTOR remake is alive and eyeing a 2028 release window, according to Sabre Interactive's chief business office
Sabre Interactive's Chief Business Officer Steve Allison has indicated that the Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Remake is still in development and could be released around 2028. The project has faced numerous development challenges, including being moved from Aspyr to Sabre Interactive by Embracer Group. Despite past delays and uncertainty, Allison's comments offer a glimmer of hope for fans of the classic RPG.
