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

It is a DLC for the action-adventure game Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor, where players control Celebrimbor to battle Sauron. Players unlock powerful runes and gain the ability to wield the One Ring. It's like a history lesson, but with more orcs and less paperwork.

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Genres:
Action
Adventure
Tags:
Action
Adventure
Likely Inspirations:
Assassin's Creed
Batman: Arkham Asylum
Dark Souls
God of War
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
Steam Review Analysis – Total (updated Mar 14, 2025, 5:22 PM)
Disclaimer: This analysis is independently conducted and is not affiliated with Valve or Steam.
Review Summary - 622
52%
Mixed

326

296

0% Primarily Play on Deck

Conclusion

The reviews for 'Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor - The Bright Lord' reveal a mixed reception, with players praising the engaging story and the climactic boss fight against Sauron, while also criticizing the DLC's short length, repetitive gameplay mechanics, and difficulty balance. Overall, the sentiment reflects a desire for more substantial content and balance in gameplay, alongside appreciation for the new mechanics introduced.

Strongly Positive
Boss Fight with Sauron

The final confrontation with Sauron is highlighted as a significant and satisfying aspect of the DLC.

~5%
Positive
Engaging Story

Players appreciate the narrative depth and the exploration of Celebrimbor's character and his battle against Sauron.

~10%
New Mechanics

The introduction of new gameplay mechanics, such as using the One Ring, is seen as a positive addition.

~4%
Visuals and Design

The game's graphics and design elements are generally appreciated, contributing to the overall experience.

~1%
Neutral / Mixed Opinions
Branding Mechanic

The branding system is a central gameplay mechanic that players either enjoy or find repetitive.

~4%
Negative
Repetitive Gameplay

Some players find the gameplay loop, particularly around branding enemies, to be monotonous.

~5%
Short Length

Many reviews mention the DLC's brevity, which affects its perceived value.

~5%
Difficulty Balance

The DLC's difficulty level is noted as either a challenge or frustrating, depending on player experience.

~5%
Character Abilities

Players express mixed feelings about Celebrimbor's abilities compared to Talion's, affecting combat experience.

~3%
Value for Money

Players debate the DLC's worth, especially regarding its price relative to content length and quality.

~3%
Strongly Negative
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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