The Lord of the Rings is such a rich and immersive fantasy world that it really makes a lot of sense that it works in so many different mediums and contexts. The original book, and the litany of texts that were published after author JRR Tolkien's death lay out thousands of years of history, and it's the perfect breeding ground for new creators to step into to build their own experiences within it.
Over the years, video games have been no exception, with everything from direct movie tie-in releases (which were fantastic in their own right) to Final Fantasy-style turn based RPGs and sprawling open-world titles like Shadow of Mordor/War. Now, a new game is on the way that offers a whole new take on the franchise, and it looks like one that will remain remarkably true to its roots.
As first reported by ComicBook.com, fans have just been given their first opportunity to see exactly what the developers at Stone Blade Entertainment have been cooking up with The Lord of the Rings: Ascension, which brings the beloved fantasy series into the ruleset of the existing Ascension deckbuilding game.
In showing the project for the first time,...
