New Orc Tribes, Story Expansions Included In 'Middle-Earth: Shadow Of War' Expansion Pass

While you’re busy conquering Orc fortresses in Middle-earth: Shadow of War, Monolith Productions is working on adding new content to the game that will be available as part of the Expansion Pass. The bundle will include two new Orc tribes and two story campaigns, which should keep you hooked over the next few months.

The first of two additional story missions arrives in February. The “Blade of Galadriel” content gives you control of the elven assassin Eltariel, who is tasked with finding more information about the terrifying Nazgul forces. Unlike Talion, she wields two short blades and uses different abilities in combat. You’ll also encounter eight unique Orcs you can recruit into Talion’s army in the main campaign.

In May, you’ll take control of Baranor, the Captain of Minas Ithil,in  the “Desolation of Mordor” storyline. You’ll travel to the deserts of Lithlad and enlist the help of mercenaries to grow your army and Tovin, a dwarven hunter, to create new weapons. When you complete both campaigns, you’ll get to use the skins of each character in the main story.

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The Expansion Pass is included in the $100 Gold Edition of the game, but you can also purchase the bundle separately for $40. All of the content included is also available as a standalone purchase. The two new Orc tribes and the “Blade of the Galadriel” expansion are $15 each; the “Desolation of Mordor” pack will cost you $20.

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NameMiddle-earth: Shadow of War
TypeOpen-world, RPG, Action/Adventure
DeveloperMonolith Productions
PublisherWarner Bros. Interactive Entertainment
PlatformsPCXbox OneProject ScorpioPlayStation 4PlayStation 4 Pro
Where To BuySteamPlayStation StoreXbox StoreAmazonBest BuyTargetGameStop
Release DateOctober 10, 2017
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Rexly Peñaflorida is a freelance writer for Tom's Hardware covering topics such as computer hardware, video games, and general technology news.