Lego Lord of the Rings is an action-adventure video game developed by Traveller’s Tales and published by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. It was released for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, Wii, Nintendo DS, Nintendo 3DS, PlayStation Vita, and Microsoft Windows. The game is based on the Lord of the Rings film trilogy and follows the story of Frodo Baggins and his friends as they journey to destroy the One Ring and defeat the evil Sauron.
Gameplay
The gameplay of Lego Lord of the Rings is similar to other Lego video games. Players control characters from the films and use their unique abilities to solve puzzles, fight enemies, and progress through the story. The game features an open world hub, Middle-earth, which allows players to explore locations from the films and complete side quests.
There are over 80 playable characters in the game, including Frodo, Gandalf, Legolas, and Aragorn. Each character has their own set of abilities, such as Sam’s gardening skills, which allow him to grow plants that can be used to solve puzzles, and Gimli’s strength, which allows him to break through obstacles.
Walkthrough
The following is a walkthrough of the Xbox 360 version of the game. It covers the main story missions and some of the side quests. Please note that this walkthrough may contain spoilers for those who have not seen the films or read the books.
Prologue: The Black Rider
The game begins with the prologue, which takes place in the Shire. Players control Frodo, who is being pursued by the Black Rider. The objective of this mission is to reach Bree and meet up with Gandalf. Along the way, players will need to avoid the Black Rider and solve puzzles to progress.
Chapter 1: The Road to Rivendell
The first chapter takes place in the Misty Mountains. Players control Gandalf, Frodo, and Sam as they try to cross the mountains and reach Rivendell. Along the way, they will need to fight off goblins and solve puzzles.
Chapter 2: The Pass of Caradhras
The second chapter takes place on the Pass of Caradhras. Players control the Fellowship as they try to cross the mountain pass. Along the way, they will need to avoid avalanches and fight off enemies.
Chapter 3: The Mines of Moria
The third chapter takes place in the Mines of Moria. Players control the Fellowship as they try to find their way out of the mines. Along the way, they will need to solve puzzles and fight off enemies, including the Balrog.
Chapter 4: A Journey in the Dark
The fourth chapter takes place as the Fellowship continues their journey through Moria. Players control Frodo, Sam, and Gollum as they try to find a way out of the mines. Along the way, they will need to solve puzzles and fight off enemies.
Chapter 5: The Bridge of Khazad-dûm
The fifth chapter takes place on the Bridge of Khazad-dûm. Players control Gandalf as he fights the Balrog. This is a boss battle, and players will need to use Gandalf’s abilities to defeat the Balrog.
Chapter 6: Lothlórien
The sixth chapter takes place in Lothlórien. Players control the Fellowship as they make their way through the forest. Along the way, they will need to solve puzzles and fight off enemies.
Chapter 7: The Great River
The seventh chapter takes place on the Great River. Players control Frodo and Sam as they make their way to Mount Doom. Along the way, they will need to avoid enemies and solve puzzles.
Chapter 8: The Gates of Moria
The eighth chapter takes place at the Gates of Moria. Players control the Fellowship as they try to enter Moria. Along the way, they will need to solve puzzles and fight off enemies.
Chapter 9: The Battle of Helm’s Deep
The ninth chapter takes place at the Battle of Helm’s Deep. Players control Aragorn, Gimli, and Legolas as they fight off enemies. This is a battle level, and players will need to defeat waves of enemies to progress.
Chapter 10: The Black Gate
The tenth chapter takes place at the Black Gate of Mordor. Players control the Fellowship as they try to distract Sauron’s army from Frodo and Sam’s mission. Along the way, they will need to solve puzzles and fight off enemies.
Chapter 11: Mount Doom
The eleventh chapter takes place on Mount Doom. Players control Frodo and Sam as they try to destroy the One Ring. This is a final boss battle, and players will need to use Frodo and Sam’s abilities to defeat Gollum and destroy the ring.
Conclusion
Lego Lord of the Rings is a fun and engaging game for fans of the Lord of the Rings films and Lego video games. The Xbox 360 walkthrough provides a clear and concise guide to completing the game’s main story missions and some of the side quests. With over 80 playable characters and an open world hub to explore, there is plenty of replay value in Lego Lord of the Rings.
