A dark rumor rises from Mordor: the Eye of Sauron is upon Middle-earth. The hour has come, the Fellowship is reunited, and the heroes prepare for battle. In The Lord of the Rings Duel for Middle-earth, you must choose sides. Play as the Fellowship of the Ring, prevent the enemy from gaining ground, and destroy the One Ring. Or play as Sauron, sending your Nazgûls after Sam and Frodo, scattering your hordes across enemy cities. The fate of Middle-earth is in your hands!
The game unfolds over three consecutive chapters, each unfolding in the same way. During your turn, you can improve your skills, gather treasure, expand your presence in Middle-earth, form alliances with nations, or continue the quest for the Ring.
You win the game instantly if you meet one of the three victory conditions:
- Complete the quest for the Ring
- Receive aid from six different nations
- Conquer Middle-earth
