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

It is a downloadable content pack for Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor that allows players to grow their power and earn exclusive Epic Runes. Players face unique bands of Sauron's deadly Uruks in this action-adventure experience. Think of it as a power-up for your orc-slaying escapades.

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Genres:
Action
Adventure
Tags:
Action
Adventure
Likely Inspirations:
Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag
Batman: Arkham City
Dark Souls
God of War (2018)
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
Steam Review Analysis – Total (updated Aug 2, 2025, 2:41 PM)
Disclaimer: This analysis is independently conducted and is not affiliated with Valve or Steam.
Review Summary - 134
50%
Mixed

45

42

65%

Purchased on Steam

23

24

35%

Purchased Elsewhere

0% Primarily Play on Deck

Conclusion

The reviews for 'Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor - Blood Hunters Warband' reveal a strong sentiment against the DLC being perceived as a cash grab with insufficient content. While some players appreciate the combat mechanics, rune rewards, and express overall enjoyment, many feel that the DLC should have been included in the base game and criticize its short playtime and lack of innovation.

Strongly Positive
Positive
Combat Mechanics

The combat mechanics are generally praised, with some players enjoying the new challenges presented by the DLC.

~5%
Rune Rewards

The DLC offers new runes as rewards, which some players find beneficial, especially early in the game.

~5%
Overall Enjoyment

Some players express overall enjoyment of the DLC, particularly when bundled with the Game of the Year edition.

~5%
Positive Sentiment

Some players express a positive sentiment towards the DLC, indicating enjoyment despite criticisms.

~2%
Neutral / Mixed Opinions
New Characters

The introduction of new Uruk captains is seen as a positive addition, although some find them too easy.

~4%
Mixed Recommendations

Players have mixed feelings about recommending the DLC, often suggesting it only for die-hard fans.

~4%
Negative
Content Value

Many players feel that the DLC does not provide enough new content to justify its purchase.

~13%
DLC Should Be Included

Players believe that the DLC should have been part of the base game rather than sold separately.

~7%
Short Playtime

Several reviews mention that the DLC is very short, leading to disappointment regarding its length.

~5%
Lack of Innovation

Critics point out that the DLC lacks innovative features and feels like a rehash of existing content.

~4%
Strongly Negative
Cash Grab

Numerous reviews express the sentiment that the DLC is a cash grab, offering minimal content for a price.

~8%
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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