The Battle For Middle-ea... - The Lord Of The Rings:

: Unlike traditional RTS games, building placement is restricted to fixed plots around camps, outposts, or full-fledged castles.

: Units are recruited in squads (typically 5 for Good, 10 for Evil) rather than individuals, emphasizing formation and mass movement. The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-Ea...

: Units gain experience and level up by surviving combat. Since armies carry over between campaign missions, keeping high-level units alive is vital. : Unlike traditional RTS games, building placement is

Official servers for the game were permanently closed in 2010 after the Lord of the Rings license expired. Despite being officially unavailable for purchase, the community remains active through: LOTR: The Battle for Middle-Earth Retrospective : Unlike traditional RTS games