Announced earlier this year, a new version of a well-loved game is set to occupy tabletops across the globe. Asmodee, a subsidiary of Embracer Group, has revealed that a new board game, Lord of the Rings: Duel for Middle Earth, will be launched later this year. Designed by Antoine Bauza and Bruno Cathala, the creators of the acclaimed 7 Wonders Duel, and illustrated by Vincent Dutrait, this two-player game will engage players in a match between the Free People and the Armies of Mordor set in Rivendell. The official release date is set for October.
Lord of the Rings: An Addition to the Embracer Portfolio
The new Lord of the Rings board game is one of the initial projects unveiled since Embracer Group acquired overall license to The Lord of the Rings media rights back in 2021. Presently, Asmodee is part of the Embracer Group, and an announcement was recently made about their plan to split into three separate entities. Despite the planned split, both Asmodee and the newly formed Middle-Earth Enterprises & Friends, which will focus on AAA video games, are expected to maintain a tight business relationship, facilitated by shared ownership.
7 Wonders Duel: An Overview
Ranking 19th on the board game review site, BoardGameGeek, 7 Wonders Duel is widely recognized as one of the best board games in existence. Conceptualized for two players, it is a variant of the original 7 Wonders game. The gameplay involves card drafting, with each card offering resources that enable the players to build wonders. There are multiple ways to claim victory in 7 Wonders Duels, including the military might strategy, which is speculated to be adapted into the Lord of the Rings game.
Wrapping Up
Fans and board game enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting the release of Lord of the Rings: Duel for Middle Earth this October. Drawing from the legacy of the globally acclaimed 7 Wonders Duel, hopes are high for the forthcoming game to offer the same level of excitement and strategic challenge. For more gaming updates and content, make sure to visit HitPlay.
