Summary
Middle-earth: Shadow of Waris currently available at 90% off viaSteam. The offer brings it down to $4.99, matching the game’s lowest-everSteamprice.
The sequel tothe highest-ratedLord of the Ringsgame of all timewas released at full price in early 2017 before being treated to a permanent $10 discount in September 2018. And whileMiddle-earth: Shadow of Warhas seen frequent sales ever since, it took years to drop below $10 for the first time, as WB Games opted to slowly increase its price cuts in 5% increments.
Middle-earth: Shadow of War Drops to $4.99 For the Second Time Ever
The publisher’s latest Steam sale, which kicked off in late May 2024,discountedMiddle-earth: Shadow of Warby 90%. This is only the second time ever that the open-world action RPG has dropped to $4.99, and the first time since May 2023. The sale is characterized as a special promotion, with Steam users having less than 24 hours to take advantage of it as of this writing.
The sale hence offers a compelling opportunity for anyone who hasn’t already played Monolith Productions' hit game to do so without breaking the bank. AlthoughShadow of Wardid not match the extremely high level of critical acclaim bestowed upon its predecessor, it was still released to immensely positive reviews. That’s reflected in its OpenCritic average score of 82, as well as the 76% recommendation rate tracked by the aggregator. Its audience reception is also nothing to scoff at, with the game boasting over 72,000 “Very Positive” user reviews on Steam alone. Aside from satisfying combat and a plethora of content, many PC gamers citedMiddle-earth: Shadow of War’s Nemesis systemas one of the main reasons for their positive impression of the game.
Experience how the award-winning Nemesis System creates unique personal stories with every enemy and follower!
The mechanic, which originally debuted in the 2014Shadow of Mordor, allows players to develop rivalries with Orc commanders, either by killing them or dying by their hand. Not only do these actions impact future interactions with enemies, but they even affect their positions in their military hierarchy. The protagonist can also dominate his nemeses, turning them into allies. The mechanic was a huge unique selling point of bothMiddle-earthgames, and one of the main reasons whyfans are still hoping for aShadow of Warsequel, positing that the Nemesis system is simply too good to be shelved.
PC gamers who are still on the fence about pulling the trigger on the game even at this historically low price may be able to reach a purchase decision by trying theShadow of Wardemo, which has long been available on Valve’s digital storefront. In related news,Diablo 4is also currently on sale at a historically low Steam price.
Middle-Earth: Shadow of War
WHERE TO PLAY
Go behind enemy lines to forge your army, conquer Fortresses and dominate Mordor from within. Experience how the award winning Nemesis System creates unique personal stories with every enemy and follower, and confront the full power of the Dark Lord Sauron and his Ringwraiths in this epic new story of Middle-earth.In Middle-earth™: Shadow of War™, nothing will be forgotten.
