Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor

Feral Interactive

Rank: #2 / 12
Released: 2014
Studio: Feral Interactive
Genre: action role-playing game

At a glance

Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor is an action role-playing game set in Mordor, where players fight through the land, uncover the truth about the spirit compelling them and confront Sauron. Its story also explores the origins of the Rings of Power as players build a legend. The game is listed as single-player, with Steam achievements, full controller support, trading cards, Steam Cloud and Family Sharing. Listed platforms include Linux, Windows, PlayStation 3 and macOS. Some features were discontinued beginning December 31, 2020: Nemesis Forge transfers to Shadow of War, Vendetta missions, leaderboards and WBPlay are no longer available. The Orc Hunter and Gravewalker epic runes are automatically awarded to all players in place of WBPlay.

Who it is for

It suits players looking for a single-player action RPG in Middle-earth with a story involving Mordor, the Rings of Power and Sauron. Players interested in the listed online-related features should note that some are no longer available.

What is good

Steam Cloud and achievements are listed
Full controller support is listed
Available on Linux, Windows, PlayStation 3 and macOS

What to know first

Nemesis Forge transfers are no longer available
Vendetta missions and leaderboards are unavailable
WBPlay is no longer available

Verdict

Shadow of Mordor's listed story centers on Mordor, the spirit compelling the player and Sauron. Its former Nemesis Forge transfer, Vendetta, leaderboard and WBPlay features are unavailable.