The Hobbit: Kingdoms of Middle-earth

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  • Publisher: Kabam
  • Release Date: Nov 1, 2012
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  • Summary: The battle for Middle-earth has just begun! PLAY FOR FREE and join thousandsworldwide to drive the Goblin hordes from the lands beyond the Misty Mountainsin The Hobbit: Kingdoms of Middle-earth! Gandalf, Bilbo, Thorin and thousands of players require your help to pacify theGoblin threat inThe battle for Middle-earth has just begun! PLAY FOR FREE and join thousandsworldwide to drive the Goblin hordes from the lands beyond the Misty Mountainsin The Hobbit: Kingdoms of Middle-earth! Gandalf, Bilbo, Thorin and thousands of players require your help to pacify theGoblin threat in the new combat strategy game from Kabam. Play as an Elf or aDwarf, build up your city, and destroy the Goblins. But remember - the riftbetween Elves and Dwarves runs deep!Massively Multiplayer Strategy Action ? Join thousands of other players worldwide? Forge diplomatic alliances with other leaders? Train vast armies to rid the land of Goblins? Conquer enemies across Middle-earth? Upgrade buildings and weapons to strengthen your city? Plan strategy in real time live chat? Participate in tournaments for valuable rewardsElf and Dwarf Player Factions ? Play as Elf or Dwarf, with unique buildings, troops, and quests? Meet Bilbo, Gandalf, and other characters from the movie ? Appoint heroes like Legolas and Thorin Oakenshield to lead your troops? Conquer the terrors of Mirkwood and bring peace to Rhovanion? and much, much more!**************Important************** Note: A network connection is required to playWorks with iPhone 3GS, 4, 4S, iPod touch 3rd & 4th gen, and all iPadsRequires iOS 4.3 or later ************************************By downloading this game, you agree to the Terms of Service, Privacy Policy and the License Agreement:http://community.kabam.com/forums/showthread.php?135924-Privacy-Policy-for-The-Hobbit-Kingdoms-of-Middle-earthhttp://community.kabam.com/forums/showthread.php?135925-Terms-of-Service-for-The-Hobbit-Kingdoms-of-Middle-earth… Expand

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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 0 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. Gamezebo
    Nov 9, 2012
    60
    Kingdoms of Middle-earth may be a competent release, but it's also a soulless one.
  2. 148Apps
    Nov 20, 2012
    60
    The graphics and sound fit nicely into the world of Middle Earth. The music is soft and unobtrusive but adds a soothing element to the gameplay. I did notice some lag when scrolling in some portions of the game and it can sometimes take a while to load, but other than that I'd say it performs well.
  3. Vandal
    Nov 15, 2012
    59
    A very long game, that needs lots of time –and money, if we are inpatients– but that won't offer anything new. If you're familiar with this kind of free-to-play titles and The Hobbit doesn't appeal to you, you can keep on searching.
  4. Game Informer
    Feb 15, 2013
    55
    The Hobbit: Kingdoms of Middle-earth lures you in with the promise of a strategic city builder, but once you’re on the hook, the fun dissipates as you are repeatedly penalized unless you keep a steady stream of costly mithril flowing through your city. I like strategic city-building games, and I like Tolkien’s universe. I don’t like The Hobbit: Kingdoms of Middle-earth.
  5. Pocket Gamer UK
    Nov 25, 2012
    50
    A cynical reskin of Kingdoms of Camelot: Battle for the North, The Hobbit: Kingdoms of Middle-earth will be a disappointment to Tolkien fans and experienced freemium city-builders alike.

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  1. Positive: 1 out of 5
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  3. Negative: 4 out of 5
  1. HankWhite
    Nov 14, 2012
    9
    I found the game very interesting. I am not an avid player but this game has potential. The visuals are great and the sounds realistic, I amI found the game very interesting. I am not an avid player but this game has potential. The visuals are great and the sounds realistic, I am sure that my friends who are gamers will enjoy this for Christmas.… Expand
  2. Insondable
    May 24, 2015
    3
    Before I say anymore, you must know that you will not enjoy this game unless you have a lot of time to play it. I began this game over half aBefore I say anymore, you must know that you will not enjoy this game unless you have a lot of time to play it. I began this game over half a year back and I have finally realised that I was wasting my time. I understand these games makers need to make money, but Kabam will suck you dry. The only way to enjoy this game and be good at it is by forking out shed loads of money. Only to find that a few months later you wasted your money because they're giving away what you bought for free. If you have money, play this game. If you have lots of time, play this game. I AM WARNING YOU!… Expand
  4. DemonDHarris
    Apr 2, 2017
    3
    Are you a millionaire? Well then this is the game for you. Early on this game was playable for free to play but then they kept adding more payAre you a millionaire? Well then this is the game for you. Early on this game was playable for free to play but then they kept adding more pay exclusive content and buffs until it became no longer possible to play without daily routine purchases of at least $100.… Expand
  5. ThunderJacob95
    May 5, 2014
    0
    This is a terrible game that's just want your money.
    When I first started playing this game there where few and fair microtransactions, but    This is a terrible game that's just want your money.
    When I first started playing this game there where few and fair microtransactions, but kabam has kept adding more and more microtransactions so now you have to pay at least 100$ a week to be in the to player rank.
    I wasted 1100$ on this game don't be stupid like me and and quit while you have the chance....    … Expand
  6. userLain
    Jan 27, 2014
    0
    This game would be fun if Kabam would address security issues. Multiple hacks coupled with Kabam's indifference has damaged game play & playerThis game would be fun if Kabam would address security issues. Multiple hacks coupled with Kabam's indifference has damaged game play & player trust. If you play thus game, do not spend money or connect to Facebook. And if your account is hacked, do not expect a response from customer service.… Expand

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#46 Most Discussed iOS Game of 2012
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#7 Most Shared iOS Game of 2012

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