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The Lord of the Rings: The Third Age (2004)
Game Boy Advance
Released On: Nov 2, 2004
67
8.5
All Platforms
Metascore
Mixed or Average
Based on 7 Critic Reviews
67
43% Positive
3 Reviews
3 Reviews
57% Mixed
4 Reviews
4 Reviews
0% Negative
0 Reviews
0 Reviews
Metascore
Mixed or Average
Based on 7 Critic Reviews
67
43% Positive
3 Reviews
3 Reviews
57% Mixed
4 Reviews
4 Reviews
0% Negative
0 Reviews
0 Reviews
Comparable in many ways to Fire Emblem, The Third Age betters it in many ways, offering a more in-depth character management system, deeper tactical options and a greater variety in mission objectives.
The story is very engaging. [Jan 2005, p.140]
User Score
Generally Favorable
Based on 20 User Ratings
8.5
85% Positive
17 Ratings
17 Ratings
15% Mixed
3 Ratings
3 Ratings
0% Negative
0 Ratings
0 Ratings
User Score
Generally Favorable
Based on 20 User Ratings
8.5
85% Positive
17 Ratings
17 Ratings
15% Mixed
3 Ratings
3 Ratings
0% Negative
0 Ratings
0 Ratings
What the developers did in this game was something good to the SRPG genre, there is this commander flank which is I think is a great addition to the mechanics of a top down tactical game, it reminds me of one my favorite strategy RPG called Brigandine. Also I think they made good use of the LOTR IP as it still follows upon what happened in the trilogy movies, the plot, the locations, the scenarios, etc. though the character likeness is not spot on but so are other LOTR games, other than that it still feels Middle-earth all over it.
This game is addicting, and such a fun time I had with it. I hope they make rebirth of this, even if not LOTR IP as I really like the gameplay a lot.
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Game Boy Advance
This game is hands-down one of my all-time favorites. Extremely addictive, and it follows the source material fairly well. Very reminiscent of Fire Emblem, it can be very challenging or very relaxed, depending on what you look for. It also introduces the element of flanks, with heroes granting a range of command points that inserts some uncertainty in the mix. With hidden content that you must fight on harder levels to unlock, this game packs a whollop, and is sure to keep you entertained for a long time.
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Game Boy Advance
A pure strategy game, I loved the combat's flank system, where you receive a semi-random amount of command points to spend on actions per flank. [Feb 2005, p.125]
If you are looking for a challenge and do not care that the game isn’t teeming with personality, then it is for you.
Merely an interesting take on The Lord of the Rings license instead of the great game it could have been. [Jan 2005, p.103]
It at least keeps with the theme and style of the LOTR videogame universe, and offers a different take from the past two LOTR games from Griptonite. But it's just not nearly as fun or polished as the team's "The Two Towers" and "Return of the King."
It's challenging and there are strategic elements that rival that of Fire Emblem but it fails miserably to capture the essence of the Rings movies. Basically it's a generic turn-based strategy game using the Rings in the same way that kart racers attach to various franchises.
Its impressive that this game is more difficult than Fire Emblem but yet still be fun. This game isnt for everyone, be prepared for a bit of rough around the edges even though the look and sound and presentation of it is impressive for a GPA game
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Game Boy Advance
More challenging and complex than Fire Emblem but with the same addictive elements of tactical strategy. It has excellent replay value as well since you can play for either the side of good or evil and have a range of different characters at your command. My expectations for this game were exceeded.
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Game Boy Advance
addictive and nostalgic, have so many hours played in this game its insane.
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Game Boy Advance
Summary Re-create the battles from all three movies in this brand-new turn-based strategy game. Fight for good or evil in the war for Middle-earth. Unleash your best strategies with the new tactical combat system. Challenge a friend to multiplayer battles.
Rated T
for Teen
Platforms:
- Game Boy Advance
Initial Release Date: Nov 2, 2004
Developer:
- Griptonite Games
Publisher: EA Games
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