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By Matt Warner - Tue Apr 28, 2009 9:49am
Happy Birthday, Lord of the Rings Online. Not only is there some news on Book 8 but it's party time. To mark this wondrous occasion Gollum and Turbine want past subscribers to attend the festivities. That's right; all accounts are re-activated for a short limited time! And there are all sorts of enticing incentives for old and new players alike.
Experience wise, there's the 25% experience bonus but sadly it vanishes in a few more days so take action now. The famous special US $9.99 subscription rate is also being offered for the three, six, or twelve month options. (US servers only.) And monsters in game will be dropping a range of special items which can be turned-in for special anniversary gift boxes. On June 30th, the promotion finally wraps-up with all active subscribers receiving the writ of passage which makes stable master travel 20% cheaper.
Experience wise, there's the 25% experience bonus but sadly it vanishes in a few more days so take action now. The famous special US $9.99 subscription rate is also being offered for the three, six, or twelve month options. (US servers only.) And monsters in game will be dropping a range of special items which can be turned-in for special anniversary gift boxes. On June 30th, the promotion finally wraps-up with all active subscribers receiving the writ of passage which makes stable master travel 20% cheaper.
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By Steven Perdikis - Wed Mar 18, 2009 1:05pm
If you'd been planning on spending your Wednesday afternoon in reality, instead of frolicking with the elves in The Lord of the Rings Online: Mines of Moria you may want to reconsider your decision. Turbine have just released Book 7: Leaves of Lórien for the game which adds a number of new features, while at the same time continuing the epic story of the successful MMO.
With the introduction of Book 7: Leaves of Lórien, swashbuckling adventures will be able to embark on a new 12 player raid called Strange Happenings, that occurs in in the Waterworks of Moria. New game play enhancements are also added, with daily quests, and the ability to fully explore the region of Lothlórien.
With the introduction of Book 7: Leaves of Lórien, swashbuckling adventures will be able to embark on a new 12 player raid called Strange Happenings, that occurs in in the Waterworks of Moria. New game play enhancements are also added, with daily quests, and the ability to fully explore the region of Lothlórien.
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By Steven Perdikis - Fri Mar 13, 2009 12:48pm
It is no secret that games based on films are usually bad. One potential cause of the issue is that developers are often given tough time-frames and limited budgets when it comes to Hollywood tie-ins, which leads to corners being cut, not enough time for QA, and a fairly minimal likeness to the film.
While some of that is changing slowly, it seems that Warner Bros. Interactive may lead the charge on Mordor - having recently re-acquired exclusive rights to develop, publish and release games based on Tolkien's Lord of the Rings universe.
While some of that is changing slowly, it seems that Warner Bros. Interactive may lead the charge on Mordor - having recently re-acquired exclusive rights to develop, publish and release games based on Tolkien's Lord of the Rings universe.
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By Matt Keller - Wed Feb 4, 2009 9:13pm
2009 has been a bit iffy so far, but that’s about to change as we creep into February. Chrono Trigger makes its PAL debut on the DS, only fourteen years after the original SNES release (and three months after everyone else), R-Type Dimensions storms onto Xbox Live Arcade to cause many an expletive and thrown controller and The Lord of the Rings Online ventures into the Mines of Moria for its first expansion.
Don’t forget to check out the full release schedule for the latest changes and information on upcoming games.
Don’t forget to check out the full release schedule for the latest changes and information on upcoming games.
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By Matt Warner - Fri Jan 16, 2009 1:02pm
It’s a Lord of the Rings post which means I get to talk about Hobbits. Hobbits are so swell. They aren’t filthy but mostly they are dandy and dapper creatures, some are gregarious and others not so. One common element shared by all Hobbits is their love for scrumptious pastries and hearty spirits. And a little special pipe tobacco shared with friends late into the night, which is also a favorite pastime amongst many The Lord of the Rings Online players. No, I do not play as a Hobbit and I am not a Hobbit lover - are you kidding? I play Dwarf! I eat you Hobbits for breakfast.
Maybe Turbine should be punished for releasing Mines of Moria so close to Wrath of the Lich King. It is a bit reckless to release a first expansion alongside the behemoth's expansion that is crushing every other MMOG out there. If you haven’t played LotRO, or if you have in the past and since abandoned it, maybe the following videos showcasing the mystical linguists, citizen soldiers, an epic raid, and a dev diary with Jeffrey Steefel will entice a return there and back again.
Maybe Turbine should be punished for releasing Mines of Moria so close to Wrath of the Lich King. It is a bit reckless to release a first expansion alongside the behemoth's expansion that is crushing every other MMOG out there. If you haven’t played LotRO, or if you have in the past and since abandoned it, maybe the following videos showcasing the mystical linguists, citizen soldiers, an epic raid, and a dev diary with Jeffrey Steefel will entice a return there and back again.
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By Steven Perdikis - Fri Oct 31, 2008 2:23pm
Not too long ago, Brenna shared a number of new trailers from Lord of the Rings Online: Mines of Moria the upcoming expansion to The Lord of the Rings Online: Shadows of Angmar. Today, we've received a brand new developer diary, in which the roles of the new classes, The Runekeeper and The Warden are discussed in regards to gameplay mechanics.
There is also some footage of each class in action, and of course commentary from developers working at Turbine. It looks as though each new class will add some new dynamics for group-based combat, with both new characters capable of inflicting large amounts of damage on the enemy through the use of powerful spells. The new classes are also capable of healing themselves, and their party-members.
There is also some footage of each class in action, and of course commentary from developers working at Turbine. It looks as though each new class will add some new dynamics for group-based combat, with both new characters capable of inflicting large amounts of damage on the enemy through the use of powerful spells. The new classes are also capable of healing themselves, and their party-members.
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By Brenna Hillier - Sat Oct 18, 2008 12:24pm
If you're curious about the upcoming Lord of the Rings Online: Mines of Moria expansion, this little assortment ought to go some way towards quenching your thirst for knowledge. Turbine have been kind enough to let us take a look at three new trailers featuring new content.
For your delectation, we have videos of each of the two new classes, Runekeeper and Warden, but let's start the marathon with a flythrough of The Foundations of Stone, one of the new environments.
For your delectation, we have videos of each of the two new classes, Runekeeper and Warden, but let's start the marathon with a flythrough of The Foundations of Stone, one of the new environments.
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By Matt Warner - Sat Oct 11, 2008 2:54pm
The quest to destroy the One Ring continues. Adventurers that dare enter the Mines of Moria, the first expansion to Lord of the Rings Online, will face a paramount journey into a world beneath Middle-Earth. Turbine Entertainment has announced an official release on November 18th across North America, Europe and Australia. The expansion will introduce the second chapter or more familiar volume based on J.R.R. Tolkien’s fantasy epic series.
General features include hundreds of new quests to help aid players through the raised level cap which is sixty. Reaching the top isn't fun without the new traits, virtues, skills, and class quests that will entice and encourage progression. Players looking for a new class to play can try out The Rune Keeper and The Warden. One is based on warrior elements and the other on caster.
General features include hundreds of new quests to help aid players through the raised level cap which is sixty. Reaching the top isn't fun without the new traits, virtues, skills, and class quests that will entice and encourage progression. Players looking for a new class to play can try out The Rune Keeper and The Warden. One is based on warrior elements and the other on caster.
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By Steven Plankwalker - Fri Sep 19, 2008 4:54pm
Whilst today be a glori'us day fer us on the high seas, tis easy t' ferget about the lan'lubbers holed up waiting for the Mines of Moria, the upcomin' expansion pack fer The Lord of the Rings Online. Today, we be been assigned the task o' revealin' some images o' the new character classes that will be made available with Mines o' M'ria expansion pack.
The Runekeeper an' The Warden will soon grace the virtual Middle Earth created by Turbine, with the Mines of Moria set t' introduce a large number o' new dungeons, quests an' content, focusin' specifically on the underground cities o' the dwarves.
The Runekeeper an' The Warden will soon grace the virtual Middle Earth created by Turbine, with the Mines of Moria set t' introduce a large number o' new dungeons, quests an' content, focusin' specifically on the underground cities o' the dwarves.
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By Timmy Campbell - Tue Sep 9, 2008 7:28pm
Well as people spend this week creating their own worlds and life, in the real world I have been waiting to see what trailers have appeared this week to tempt my wallet to give up cash.
This week we launch off the ramps for some tricks, re-live our dreams of being in a band and going about conquering the world. We see if dodgeball is the solution to an internet battle, which may stir a crysis. Lastly we delve deep into the mines as it expands.
This week we launch off the ramps for some tricks, re-live our dreams of being in a band and going about conquering the world. We see if dodgeball is the solution to an internet battle, which may stir a crysis. Lastly we delve deep into the mines as it expands.
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By Draqul - Wed Apr 2, 2008 5:29pm
Just in case you weren't interested already, Turbine have launched one of these new-fangled mini-sites (what exactly classifies it as mini? Is there a size limit?!) to inform us all of the new Lord of the Rings Online expansion, entitled Mines of Moria. You can check it out over at www.unlocktheminesofmoria.com.
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By Chienne - Sat Mar 15, 2008 5:04pm
Friends, hobbits, countrymen - lend me your ears. Codemasters and Turbine Inc have just unveiled the second volume of their epic, The Lord of the Rings Online.
Announced in J.R.R. Tolkein's hometown of Birmingham, The Lord of the Rings Online: Mines of Moria is set to expand the online Middle-earth, so players may explore ancient underground cities of the dwarves, face off with the Watcher, be part of the historic release of Durin's Bane, and battle epic characters deep below the ground. Mines of Moria is due to open in the middle of the year, bringing with it two new classes, an increased level cap, and the introduction of a brand new item advancement system.
Announced in J.R.R. Tolkein's hometown of Birmingham, The Lord of the Rings Online: Mines of Moria is set to expand the online Middle-earth, so players may explore ancient underground cities of the dwarves, face off with the Watcher, be part of the historic release of Durin's Bane, and battle epic characters deep below the ground. Mines of Moria is due to open in the middle of the year, bringing with it two new classes, an increased level cap, and the introduction of a brand new item advancement system.
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