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Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor - Skull Crushers Warband
DLC
(released 10 years ago)
Monolith Productions, Inc.
WB Games
TL;DR

It is a DLC for Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor that allows players to grow their power and earn exclusive Epic Runes. Players will take down unique bands of Uruks in Sauron's army. It's like a power-up for your orc-slaying escapades, because who doesn't want more ways to crush bad guys?

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Genres:
Action
Adventure
Tags:
Action
Adventure
Likely Inspirations:
Assassin's Creed
Batman: Arkham Asylum
Dark Souls
God of War
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
Steam Review Analysis – Total (updated Aug 2, 2025, 2:40 PM)
Disclaimer: This analysis is independently conducted and is not affiliated with Valve or Steam.
Review Summary - 129
38%
Mostly Negative

33

48

63%

Purchased on Steam

17

31

37%

Purchased Elsewhere

0% Primarily Play on Deck

Conclusion

The reviews for the 'Skull Crushers Warband' DLC reveal a strong sentiment of disappointment among players, primarily due to perceptions of it being a cash grab with minimal content that should have been included in the base game. However, some players still find value in the gameplay experience when bundled with the GOTY edition, while others appreciate the addition of new runes, albeit with reservations about their impact.

Strongly Positive
Positive
Gameplay Experience

Some players find the gameplay experience enjoyable, particularly when the DLC is part of a larger package like the GOTY edition.

~7%
Season Pass Recommendation

Some players recommend purchasing the season pass or GOTY edition to access the DLC without feeling ripped off.

~5%
Graphics and Design

Several reviews highlight the game's graphics and design as a strong point, contributing to the overall enjoyment.

~4%
Neutral / Mixed Opinions
Rune Rewards

The addition of new runes as rewards for defeating the new captain is mentioned positively, although some feel they are not impactful.

~5%
Negative
Difficulty Level

Some players mention that the difficulty of the new content is not challenging enough, leading to a lack of engagement.

~5%
Installation Issues

A few reviews mention technical issues with installation, which can detract from the overall experience.

~1%
Strongly Negative
Cash Grab

Many players feel that the DLC is overpriced and does not provide sufficient content, leading to perceptions of it being a cash grab.

~14%
Minimal Content

Players express disappointment over the DLC offering very little new gameplay or content, often describing it as a single easy encounter.

~12%
Should Be Included in Base Game

Numerous reviews indicate that the content should have been part of the original game rather than sold as a separate DLC.

~6%
Value for Money

Players express that the DLC does not provide good value for its price, especially when compared to the GOTY edition.

~5%
This analysis is powered by OpenAI’s language models and may occasionally contain inaccuracies. For the most precise details, please consult the reviews directly on the official Steam store page.

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