Lord of the Rings
Published 2003
A kids' game, with some minor decision points. Players move from the Shire to Mount Doom, attempting to be the first hobbit to rid the world of the dark lord, Sauron. Along the way, they encounter friends to guide them or foes that can hinder their progress to Mount Doom. As the hobbits move through Middle-Earth the flying Nazgul are constantly trying to thwart their progress. Also included in the game is a slightly more advanced version, where through the use of the Palantir, hobbits are discovered and delayed as they approach Mordor. Do not confuse this kids game with Lord of the Rings, the cooperative game of the same name and by the same author!
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- Players
- 2-5 Players
- Time
- 20 min
- Weight
- Light — 1.25/5
- Year
- 2003
- BGG Rating
- 5.91
- BGG Rank
- #11125
- Min Age
- 6+
Frequently Asked Questions
Lord of the Rings supports 2 to 5 players.
A typical game of Lord of the Rings takes about 20 minutes.
Lord of the Rings has a complexity rating of 1.25/5.00 on BoardGameGeek, placing it in the 'Light' category. It is very accessible and great for new gamers.
The recommended minimum age for Lord of the Rings is 6+. Younger children may enjoy it with guidance from experienced players.
Lord of the Rings has a rating of 5.91/10 on BoardGameGeek, based on 569 ratings. It is ranked #11125 overall.
Lord of the Rings was designed by Reiner Knizia. It was published in 2003.