Middle-earth™: Shadow of War™ Review Summary
Last updated: 2026-06-01
- Nemesis system highly praised
- Fluid and satisfying combat
- Engaging and well-developed story
- Stunning and improved graphics
- Repetitive gameplay mechanics
- Frequent bugs and crashes
Emotions
Archetypes
Hardware
Windows <8GB VRAM / <16GB RAMmixedWindows 8-11GB VRAMpositive
Snapshot History
Positive
Negative
287
78%
22%
388
79%
21%
- Sample precision
- Helpful reviews
- 78%
- Unhelpful reviews
- 21%
- Protest reviews
- 1%
- 79%Helpful reviews with positive sentiment
- 21%Helpful reviews with negative sentiment
- Positive points
- 1285
- Negative points
- 645
- Gameplay points
- 970
- Perf. points
- 80
- Rec. points
- 276
- Misc points
- 1
| Point | Description | Importance |
|---|---|---|
Nemesis system highly praised
| The Nemesis system is widely celebrated for its innovation and depth, creating unique and memorable experiences through dynamic interactions and personalized enemies. It is considered one of the best game mechanics, adding significant replayability and depth to the game. | 44% |
Fluid and satisfying combat
| The combat system is frequently described as fluid, satisfying, and enjoyable. It is noted for being responsive and dynamic, providing a rewarding and engaging experience. | 33% |
Engaging and well-developed story
| The story is noted for being engaging, well-constructed, and emotionally captivating. It features intriguing plot elements and well-developed characters that keep players invested. | 24% |
Stunning and improved graphics
| The graphics are praised for being beautiful, stunning, and a significant improvement over previous versions. The visuals are high-quality and contribute to an immersive gaming experience. | 19% |
High replayability and rewarding gameplay
| The gameplay is described as highly replayable, diverse, and rewarding. Players find it enjoyable and addictive, with various mechanics that encourage repeated playthroughs. | 18% |
Unique orc personalities and dialogues
| The game features unique dialogues and personalities for each orc, adding depth and variety to interactions. This innovation enhances the overall gaming experience. | 17% |
Building and managing orc armies
| Players enjoy building and managing armies of orcs, with variations in orc design and specialties. Collecting orcs and creating a personalized army is a fun and engaging aspect of the game. | 12% |
Improved and better sequel
| The game is considered an improvement over its predecessor, with many players finding it better than the first game and many current games. It builds on the strengths of the original and expands on them. | 10% |
Epic large-scale battles
| The game features epic large-scale battles and siege warfare, providing a sense of grandeur and excitement. These battles are unique and contribute to the game's epic scale. | 10% |
Vast and immersive open world
| The open world is praised for being vast, immersive, and well-designed. It offers a diverse and visually impressive environment for players to explore. | 8% |
Epic fortress sieges
| The game includes epic fortress sieges, allowing players to take over and conquer fortresses. These large-scale battles are a highlight of the gameplay experience. | 8% |
Good value for money
| The game is considered worth the price, offering high value for money, especially when on sale. Players find it a worthwhile investment for the content and experience it provides. | 8% |
Improved cinematics and performance
| The game features better cinematics, improved graphics, and good performance. The cutscenes are rich and cinematic, enhancing the overall experience. | 7% |
Humorous orc interactions
| The orc dialogues and interactions are noted for being humorous and funny. These interactions add a lighthearted and entertaining element to the game. | 6% |
Overall positive reception
| The game is generally well-received, with players finding it interesting, fun, and highly recommended. It is considered a pretty good game that is enjoyable and engaging. | 6% |