Lord of the Rings: Aragorn’s Quest Fact Sheets
Short Version: 3rd Person Action‐Adventure Game available on PS3, Wii, DS, PS2 and PSP, with features unique to each. The main one being for the PS3, where Move is heavily implemented.
Lord of the Rings: Aragorn’s Quest – PS3
RELEASE DATE: Autumn 2010
PUBLISHER: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment
DEVELOPER: TT Fusion
AGE RATING: tbcOVERVIEW:
In The Lord of the Rings: Aragorn’s Quest, players become the legendary hero Aragorn and relive his most daring battles from The Lord of the Rings trilogy. The action‐packed sword, bow and horseback adventures will be enhanced for players of all ages with HD graphics that take full advantage of the PlayStation®3’s capabilities, and advanced motion control gameplay featuring PlayStation’s upcoming MOVE motion controller.The Lord of the Rings: Aragorn’s Quest is a family‐friendly action‐adventure game featuring two‐player co‐op that allows kids, families and friends to battle side‐by‐side in the heart of the action as Aragorn and Gandalf.
FEATURES:
- MOVE Motion Controller Technology (PS3 Only): Players of any age are able to take on the role of Aragon as their sword strikes in combat are registered by the motion controller’s advanced motion sensors for precise one‐to‐one control.
- Co‐op Gameplay: Team up with a friend and play through the game together with Drop‐in, Drop‐out Co‐Op play. Player 2 takes full control over Gandalf, wielding an array of melee and magical attacks on Sauron’s minions, as well as healing and protecting Aragorn.
- HD Graphics (PS3 Only): The game takes full advantage of the PS3’s capabilities, with HD support and next‐gen visual effects.
- Epic Finishing Moves (PS3 Only): Perform perfectly‐timed weapon strikes to deal the finishing blow to Sauron’s minions in spectacular, cinematic boss sequences.
- Enhanced Bow Combat (PS3 Only): Take full control of Aragorn’s bow using the MOVE motion controller. Control the power and accuracy of each shot as you pick off Sauron’s forces from a safe distance.
- Move and Dual Shock 3 Compatibility (PS3 Only): Use the Move and Navigation controllers for a fully immersive experience, or take on Orc hordes using the Dual Shock 3 controller.
- Variety of Enemies: Player will battle enemies including Orcs, Uruk‐hai, Trolls, Spiders and Ringwraiths.
- Extension of the LOTR Movie Experience: The trilogy continues as players explore more of Tolkien’s legendary Middle‐earth.
- Upgradeable Skills & Abilities: Acquire Middle‐earth Artifacts to upgrade Aragon’s skills and abilities. Find Fellowship token scattered in each level to strengthen the Fellowship.
- Original Voice Talent: Actors Sean Astin and John Rhys‐Davies lend their voice talents to reprise their on‐screen roles of Samwise Gamgee and Gimli
Lord of the Rings: Aragorn’s Quest – Wii
RELEASE DATE: 2010
PUBLISHER: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment
DEVELOPER: HEADSTRONG Games
RATING: Rating PendingOVERVIEW:
The Lord of the Rings: Aragorn’s Quest is the first videogame offering an authentic The Lord of the Rings gameplay experience designed for all ages to enjoy together. For the first time ever, The Lord of the Rings comes to the Wii, delivering action-packed gameplay by utilizing the Wii-mote and Nunchuck.In The Lord of the Rings: Aragorn’s Quest, players become the legendary Aragorn and embark upon a quest reliving the hero’s most valiant battles from The Lord of the Rings trilogy. Wielding a sword, shield, bow and spear, players will battle enemies and journey through a colorful and fresh rendition of Middle-earth where they can switch between spear and sword on horseback, taking down evil foes in a truly action-packed gameplay experience. Two-player co-op gameplay featuring Gandalf allows kids, families and friends to work together in the heart of the action.
FEATURES:
- Extension of the LOTR Universe: Journey through Middle-earth as Aragorn and live out the heroic adventures of The Lord of the Rings trilogy.
- Become the Legend: Become Aragorn and relive his greatest quests in this family and kid-friendly rendition of Tolkien’s fabled Middle-earth.
- Unique Co-Op Play: Kids, families and friends can work together as Aragorn and Gandalf to share in the experience at any time. Sophisticated and novice gamers can wield the power of Gandalf to inflict magical attacks upon the minions of Sauron with easy drop-in, drop-out co-op play.
- Intuitive Motion-Control Gameplay: Take advantage of the Wii-Remote and Nunchuk for intuitive and immersive gameplay including swordplay, archery, spears and more!
- Attack on Horseback: Scatter the enemy and charge down the foes on horseback. While mounted, use your sword and spear to defeat assailants.
- Battle Familiar Enemies: Players will encounter and battle fierce creatures from The Lord of the Rings trilogy such as Orcs, Trolls and Ringwraiths.
- Unleash Special Character Skills: On the battlefield, use Aragorn’s “Battle Cry” to terrify enemies, while strengthening the player and their troops.
- Gather Legendary Collectibles: Along the journey players will collect useful items such as Gold and Silver coins to purchase armor, weapons and battle attack upgrades.
Lord of the Rings: Aragorn’s Quest – PS2, PSP, DS
RELEASE DATE: Autumn 2010
PUBLISHER: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment
DEVELOPER: TT Fusion Games
AGE RATING: tbcOVERVIEW:
The Lord of the Rings: Aragorn’s Quest is the first videogame offering an authentic and accessible The Lord of the Rings gameplay experience designed for all ages to enjoy together.In The Lord of the Rings: Aragorn’s Quest, players become the legendary Aragorn as they embark upon a single player quest reliving the hero’s most valiant battles from The Lord of the Rings trilogy. This action combat game allows players to defend Middle‐earth against Sauron’s evil forces using their mighty sword. Progressing through the game, upgrades can be made to Aragorn’s weapons, armour and combat skills to fit individual fighting styles.
From the young warrior Strider to the valiant King, every skirmish matters on the adventure to reign supreme!
FEATURES:
- Extension of the Movie Experience: Embark upon a single player campaign that follows the story of Aragorn, spanning The Lord of the Rings trilogy.
- Intuitive, Pick‐Up‐and‐Play Combat System: Experience skirmishes that are satisfying and fun for the casual gamer, but with customisable upgrades and abilities that appeal to more sophisticated players.
- Upgradeable Combat: Customise Aragorn to suit your battle style by unlocking abilities and upgrading armour as the character levels up and develops.
- Unlock Special Character abilities: Unleash powerful moves by gaining morale as players launch attack against enemies. These moves can range from offensive attacks and ranged attacks to temporary boosts during the course of the game.
- Bonus Arena Mode: Test your combat skill in a series of small battlefields set in key locations of Middle‐earth. Players can earn special items by completing a series of goals, and then use those items in story mode.