The Hobbit: Kingdoms of Middle-earth Review
App Type: Uncategorized
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By: Kabam Inc
Version #: 3.0
Date Released: 2012-12-19
Developer: Kabam Inc
Price: Free
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With the release of the new Hobbit movie, it was only expected for a complementing game to follow suit. I have never been a fan ofThe Lord of The Rings series though, and thus this review will be based solely on the game play itself rather than focusing on points like plot holes and the such.
A typical city building simulator, the objective of The Hobbit: Kingdoms of Middle-Earth is really very simple, build up your city while gathering resources and turn it into an invincible fortress.
At the start of the game, players are required to choose between the Dwarf or Elven factions. These do not really have much significant nor specific impact on the actual style of the game though other than some aesthetic and name differences. For every weapon a Dwarf may have, the Elves will have something pretty much similar albeit used in a slightly different manner for the sake of individualism. A few exclusive items here and there, but the objectives are still the same. Hence, there is no ‘better’ faction but rather the choice boils down to individual preference.
Actual game play is very complicated, as per most games of the same genre. There are definitive quests to follow although the game pursues a largely sandbox style of play. Of course, fans familiar with the whole city builder genre will know how frustrating it can get when it comes to gathering resources to fulfill particular goals. This is where in-app purchases come in handy though, as money seems to solve everything especially in games.
The Hobbit: Kingdom of Middle-Earth is accompanied by soothing background music that subtly gets the blood flowing.
A free app, fans of the series will definitely not want to give this a miss.
Quick Take
Value:Med
Would I Buy Again:Yes
Learning Curve:Difficult to grasp
Who Is It For:Fans of The Lord of The Ring
What I Like:The complicated and in-depth gameplay is fitting for an epic trilogy
What I Don't Like:Game play gets boring like most simulations thanks to grinding
Final Statement:This is for the fanboys
ipad worldwide to drive the Goblin hordes from the lands beyond the Misty Mountains
in The Hobbit: Kingdoms of Middle-earth!
Gandalf, Bilbo, Thorin and thousands of players require your help to pacify the
Goblin threat in the new combat strategy game from Kabam. Play as an Elf or a
Dwarf, build up your city, and destroy the Goblins. But remember - the rift
between Elves and Dwarves runs deep!
Massively Multiplayer Strategy Action
? Join thousands of other players worldwide
? Forge diplomatic alliances with other leaders
? Train vast armies to rid the land of Goblins
? Conquer enemies across Middle-earth
? Upgrade buildings and weapons to strengthen your city
? Plan strategy in real time live chat
? Participate in tournaments for valuable rewards
Elf and Dwarf Player Factions
? Play as Elf or Dwarf, with unique buildings, troops, and quests
? Meet Bilbo, Gandalf, and other characters from the movie
? Appoint heroes like Legolas and Thorin Oakenshield to lead your troops
? Conquer the terrors of Mirkwood and bring peace to Rhovanion
? and much, much more!
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Note: A network connection is required to play
Works with iPhone 3GS, 4, 4S, 5, iPod touch 3rd, 4th & 5th gen, and all iPads
Requires iOS 4.3 or later
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Article By Eng Wei Jie
A water polo player from Singapore, Wei Jie devotes most of his time to training. However, when he's not occupied by water training or pushing himself in the gym, expect to see him squinting at his iPhone testing out new apps.
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