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Deal | Inspired by The Lord of the Rings, this action game loved by 88% of players is 90% off on Steam

An image showing Talion in Middle-earth: Shadow of War, now 90% off.
ⓘ Monolith Productions
An image showing Talion in Middle-earth: Shadow of War, now 90% off.
This action-adventure game is set in Tolkien's universe. As a player, you'll have to raise armies, conquer fortresses, and try to defeat Sauron. But your adventure will be fraught with obstacles, and you'll have to overcome various challenges.

Over the years, many games inspired by The Lord of the Rings have been released, and Middle-earth: Shadow of War is one of them. Released on October 10, 2017, it is now available for $4.99 instead of $49.99 until September 3, 2026, according to SteamDB

In this third-person game, you follow Talion, who has bonded with Celebrimbor to forge a new Ring of Power and defeat Sauron. You'll explore a vast open world, complete various missions, and conquer several fortresses. The Nemesis System is also included, allowing you to build your own army by dominating orcs. 

To improve your army, you can recruit captains, each with their own characteristics, strengths, and weaknesses. But this is also true for enemy lords, and you'll need to adapt your strategy. In addition, if you want, you can also face other players in the Online Vendetta and Social Conquest modes to earn specific rewards.

An image showing an interface in Middle-earth: Shadow of War.
ⓘ Monolith Productions
An image showing an interface in Middle-earth: Shadow of War.
An image showing a fortress in Middle-earth: Shadow of War.
ⓘ Monolith Productions
An image showing a fortress in Middle-earth: Shadow of War.

On Steam, Middle-earth: Shadow of War has 88% positive reviews based on over 116,000 reviews. Many players love the Nemesis System. Indeed, it allows them to adapt their playstyle to different situations. In addition, its vast world and visuals are also appreciated. However, some players have complained about repetitive gameplay and numerous bugs. Several players have also criticized the controls and the repetitive dialogue of the orcs.

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Alexis Stegmann, 2026-08-28 (Update: 2026-08-28)