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[Spineker]

There's a shot in the Machinima documentary (at 15:22) that shows two of the three areas, Udûn / The Black Gates and Gorgoroth / Barad Dur. The third one can't be seen in the shot, but we know from demos it's the Sea of Núrnen.

Plus whatever new regions they add in for DLC. Possibly Mt. Doom or even Minas Morgul, the Dead Marshes or Cirith Ungol.

 

[B4D1E]

Oh so hey in case no one is aware, the game also has a system that ties into the nemesis system called "Vendetta" where when an orc kills you, that orc is then populated and kinda sent to people on your friend's list who are also playing and you can then kill them in your game to enact revenge. It's kinda a player generated mission in a sense. So this could then actually kinda spur stories to talk about with other people. I do wonder if the game tells you who the orc killed on your friend's list so you can talk to them about it.

Got a steam group for the vendetta system:

http://steamcommunity.com/groups/somv

Steam ID (quote to see)

Great mechanic.

If you're getting this on Xbox One, my gamertag is Phen0mX. I got the game already pre-loaded and patiently waiting for the unlock on Tuesday morning. I hope they change it to 12:01 EDT.

 

[Gipsy Danger]

It's Arkham City with a sword in Middle Earth......

Sounds amazing. Can't wait.

 

[Tsukumo]

Shadow of Mordor |OT|: They're taking the Hobbits to Metacritic!

...
that would be an epic OT title.
Do it, OP. DO IT.

 

[DrBo42]

There's a shot in the Machinima documentary (at 15:22) that shows two of the three areas, Udûn / The Black Gates and Gorgoroth / Barad Dur. The third one can't be seen in the shot, but we know from demos it's the Sea of Núrnen.

Good catch. Really hope that's actually in the game, a little worried that they haven't even teased a 3rd area.

 

[MadD4mon]

Here's my steam account. I will add you when I get home from work.

http://steamcommunity.com/id/lakos/

 

[Sesuadra]

just started reading LotR again to get in the mood.

hype train, i am on it.

 

[Dead Prince]

So the season pass for ps4 version is up on amazon.com but not on Sony's sen store or PSN? weird.

 

[Crackbone]

So the season pass for ps4 version is up on amazon.com but not on Sony's sen store or PSN? weird.

I've been having a really hard time preordering this from the SEN store. Says my transaction goes through then nothing shows up and I'm not seeing a charge on the CC.

Starting to get pissed off with the psn store. At this rate I'm just going to order it on the X1 and be done with it.

 

[Dead Prince]

I've been having a really hard time preordering this from the SEN store. Says my transaction goes through then nothing shows up and I'm not seeing a charge on the CC.

Starting to get pissed off with the psn store. At this rate I'm just going to order it on the X1 and be done with it.

I've had issue with trying to pay with my paypal on ps4 but fine on sen store. i usually cave and just buy psn cards and have a little extra cash left over just to get through this annoyance.

 

[SkinnerSw33t]

The season pass isn't up on the XB1 either, which is weird because there's mention elsewhere on the console of a premium bundle that includes the game and pass.

 

[Loudninja]

10 Things You Need to Know on Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor
http://blog.us.playstation.com/2014...w-on-middle-earth-shadow-of-mordor/#sf4815271

 

[Tendo]

Any word on PS4 performance yet?

 

[Grief.exe]

Any word on PS4 performance yet?

Review embargo is tonight, so there Will likely be a large amount of performance information available.

 

[b0uncyfr0]

how many more hours till embargo is up?

 

[Caramello]

Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor -- 101 Trailer | P…: http://youtu.be/h5fRymhZbG8

 

[coredecepts]

15ish, I think.

edit: hours until embargo is up

 

[Theecliff]

God I wish I had some money left right now because this game looks really damned good. Seems like I'm gonna have to wait a bit before I can simply walk into Mordor

 

[ironcreed]

Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor -- 101 Trailer | P…: http://youtu.be/h5fRymhZbG8

A condensed must watch for anyone interested.

 

[BrassDragon]

Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor -- 101 Trailer | P…: http://youtu.be/h5fRymhZbG8

Nice to see some new non-orc characters appear.

 

[Valravn]

Shadow of Mordor |OT|: Share The Load With A Wraith

 

[Got the Shakes]

Just realized that this is one of the get $10 in rewards with a preorder at Best Buy games. With that and my Gamer's Club discount, I basically have no choice but to buy it now. Lol

 

[Loxley]

Not sure if this was mentioned here, but Polygon posted a really nice and well-researched article about the history of The Lord of the Rings in video games a day or two ago.

There and Back Again: A History of The Lord of the Rings in Video Games

 

[ironcreed]

Nice to see some new non-orc characters appear.

Yeah, and the creature design is amazing.

 

[Levyne]

Hehe, this thread is silly

 

[GavinUK86]

Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor -- 101 Trailer | P…: http://youtu.be/h5fRymhZbG8

Sounds like Jennifer Hale narrating the prologue.

 

[R&R]

Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor -- 101 Trailer | P…: http://youtu.be/h5fRymhZbG8

Great trailer.

 

[VFX_Veteran]

Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor -- 101 Trailer | P…: http://youtu.be/h5fRymhZbG8

HOLY SHIT!! So much new stuff revealed in that trailer!!!

New NPCs
Play as Celebrembor himself
More story elements
Fighting giant beasts that are HUGE
Excellent challenge mode

If this game doesn't get GOTY, I'm going to be so so disappointed with the industry..

 

[kruis]

I pre-ordered the game on Steam, I hope this game will be all I hope it will be. Can't wait!

 

[Plasmid]

So excited, can't wait to play it. Interesting it's out on PC before major consoles.

 

[Jinaar]

Destiny is wearing thin and after watching the 101 Trailer above, holy hell, this is Day One PC Purchase material. In my little brain I am going to play this like I am in Warhammer universe against Orcs Nom nom.

Looking great!

 

[Rosur]

If this game doesn't get GOTY, I'm going to be so so disappointed with the industry..

I'm thinking it will be between this and Sunset Overdrive for me.

 

[midasmulligan]

So excited, can't wait to play it. Interesting it's out on PC before major consoles.

Isn't it out on pc ps4 and xbone same day?

 

[MadD4mon]

Isn't it out on pc ps4 and xbone same day?

The release of the PC version is on the 30th of this month.

 

[Sesuadra]

Isn't it out on pc ps4 and xbone same day?

3 days difference or something like that

 

[CosmicQueso]

Isn't it out on pc ps4 and xbone same day?

In the US its the same day

 

[Ramenman]

Shadow of Mordor |OT|: They're taking the Hobbits to Metacritic!

Haha

HOLY SHIT!! So much new stuff revealed in that trailer!!!

New NPCs
Play as Celebrembor himself
More story elements
Fighting giant beasts that are HUGE
Excellent challenge mode

If this game doesn't get GOTY, I'm going to be so so disappointed with the industry..

In the DLC though, just to be clear.

 

[WhiskeyKnight]

If this game doesn't get GOTY, I'm going to be so so disappointed with the industry..

Why would you say that when you haven't even played the game yet?

What if it sucks?

 

[VanWinkle]

Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor -- 101 Trailer | P…: http://youtu.be/h5fRymhZbG8

That was fantastic. Thanks for the link!

 

[mileS]

Any word on PS4 performance yet?

Devs have been saying they nailed down 60fps. Pretty fantastic considering all thats going on and how beautiful it looks!

 

[addyb]

Looking forward to this

 

[JumpJeff84]

60fps on PS4? Now I'm real interested

 

[Lashley]

 

[Wolvesinthebathroom]

If this is good my wallet is going to cry.

 

[Dead Prince]

Devs have been saying they nailed down 60fps. Pretty fantastic considering all thats going on and how beautiful it looks!

did they? all i've been hearing here is they are targeting 60fps?

 

[Rip]

Anyone know if 21:9 is supported?

 

[B4D1E]

I hope some reviewers got the xb1 version, so tomorrow we will finally know the differences between the 2 platforms!

Great 101 video btw!!!

 

[DrBo42]

HOLY SHIT!! So much new stuff revealed in that trailer!!!

New NPCs
Play as Celebrembor himself
More story elements
Fighting giant beasts that are HUGE
Excellent challenge mode

If this game doesn't get GOTY, I'm going to be so so disappointed with the industry..

Haha. Literally nothing new in that trailer except maybe the human beast rider guy. You're behind on info, son. Looked like it was all PC footage though, super crisp.

 

[Jinaar]

If this is good my wallet is going to cry.

It won't!

Green Man Gaming
$37.50
25% off of $49 - SEPTEM-BEROFF-ER25XX

This is why you buy a PC system. This is why! Pre-Bought!

 

[Dead Prince]

I hope some reviewers got the xb1 version, so tomorrow we will finaly know the differences between the 2 platforms!

Great 101 video btw!!!

Digital Foundry to the rescue i hope. did they even do the Destiny comparison? all i remember was they did xb1 and said it was coming.