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

It is a DLC that enhances the combat experience in Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor by allowing players to use unlimited Combat Finishers. Players can now finish off enemies without worrying about running out of special moves, which is great if you like to keep things flashy. It's like adding unlimited toppings to your pizza but with less cheese and more orc-slaying.

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Genres:
Action
Adventure
Tags:
Action
Adventure
Likely Inspirations:
Assassin's Creed
Batman: Arkham Asylum
Dark Souls
God of War (2005)
Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time
Steam Review Analysis – Total (updated Mar 27, 2025, 2:54 AM)
Disclaimer: This analysis is independently conducted and is not affiliated with Valve or Steam.
Review Summary - 154
43%
Mixed

39

60

64%

Purchased on Steam

28

27

36%

Purchased Elsewhere

0% Primarily Play on Deck

Conclusion

The reviews for the Rising Storm Rune DLC reveal a strong negative sentiment, with players criticizing it as a cash grab with misleading descriptions and minimal value. While some appreciate the overpowered ability it provides, the consensus is that it should have been included in the base game or offered for free, and many recommend purchasing the season pass for better value.

Strongly Positive
Positive
Overpowered Ability

Some players appreciate the overpowered nature of the ability granted by the rune, making early gameplay easier.

~6%
Gameplay Impact

The rune's ability to provide unlimited combat finishers is noted as a significant gameplay impact, especially in early stages.

~3%
Season Pass Recommendation

Several reviews recommend purchasing the season pass instead of buying this DLC individually, as it offers better value.

~2%
Neutral / Mixed Opinions
Negative
Confusion About Functionality

Players express confusion regarding the functionality of the rune, with some unable to activate it as expected.

~3%
Strongly Negative
Cash Grab

Many players feel that the Rising Storm Rune DLC is a blatant cash grab, offering minimal value for its price.

~8%
Not Worth the Price

A common sentiment is that the DLC is not worth the price, especially since the ability can be unlocked through regular gameplay.

~5%
Misleading Description

Several reviews highlight that the DLC's description is misleading, leading players to believe it offers more than it actually does.

~5%
Unlockable in Game

Many players point out that the ability granted by the rune can be unlocked through regular gameplay, making the DLC redundant.

~5%
DLC Should Be Free

Many players believe that this DLC should have been included for free or as part of the base game.

~3%
Technical Issues

Some players report technical issues with the DLC, including it not appearing in-game or not functioning as described.

~2%
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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