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Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor
Middle-earth: Shadow of MordorA revenge‑driven open‑world adventure in Tolkien's Mordor.
The Wolf Among Us
The Wolf Among UsStep into the shoes of Bigby Wolf and solve a gritty murder mystery in a world where fairy tales walk among us.
Overview
Description

Set between The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, you play as Talion, a Ranger resurrected by a vengeful spirit to hunt Sauron's forces. Explore a fully open Mordor, complete the main story, side quests, and random events while mastering a fluid melee system. The game’s signature Nemesis system gives every enemy a name, rank, and memory, creating dynamic rivalries that evolve based on your encounters. Experience RPG progression, stealth takedowns, and epic combat across multiple platforms.

Set in 1986 Manhattan, The Wolf Among Us thrusts you into the seedy underbelly of Fabletown, where legendary characters hide behind human façades. As Bigby Wolf, the sheriff of this hidden community, you investigate a brutal murder that threatens to expose the fragile peace between humans and fables. Your choices shape the story, influencing relationships and the fate of both worlds. With a hard‑boiled noir tone, the game blends point‑and‑click adventure mechanics with mature, thriller storytelling for an unforgettable interactive experience.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Open-World Adventure
Story-Rich
Best for
Action‑RPG fans and Tolkien enthusiasts
Adventure gamers, narrative lovers
Specifications
General
msrp
$59.99
$29.99−50%
release date
2014-09-30
2013-10-11
Specifications
developer
Monolith Productions
Telltale Games
publisher
WB Games
Telltale Games
age rating
ESRB M, PEGI 18
ESRB M, PEGI 18
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
84/100+5%
80/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Innovative Nemesis system creates memorable enemy encounters
  • Fluid, combo‑based melee combat
  • Rich open‑world environment with varied side content
  • Strong RPG progression and skill customization
  • Rich, mature storytelling
  • Stunning comic‑book art style
  • Strong voice performances
  • High replayability through branching paths
Cons
  • Repetitive mission structures in some side quests
  • Technical performance issues on older consoles
  • Limited multiplayer options (single‑player only)
  • Linear movement can feel restrictive
  • Some puzzles are overly simplistic
  • Occasional pacing issues in later episodes
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The Verdict

AI-generated from listing data

The Wolf Among Us offers a story‑driven, point‑and‑click adventure at a lower price, while Middle‑earth: Shadow of Mordor delivers an action‑RPG open world with deeper combat and systems but costs more.

Key differences

  • •Genre & core gameplay: narrative point‑and‑click vs open‑world hack‑and‑slash RPG.
  • •Price: $29.99 vs $59.99.
  • •Replay value: branching story with multiple endings vs Nemesis system generating unique enemy encounters.
  • •Platform reach: single platforms (unspecified) vs explicit cross‑platform (PS3/PS4, Xbox 360/One, PC, Mac, Linux).
  • •Combat depth: simple puzzles vs rhythm‑based combo system and skill tree.
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Gameplay & fun factor

Shadow of Mordor provides combat combos, skill trees, and open‑world freedom; Wolf Among Us focuses on dialogue puzzles.

Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor

Platform availability

Shadow of Mordor lists PS3, PS4, Xbox 360, Xbox One, PC, Mac, Linux; Wolf Among Us platform list not provided.

Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor

Price & value

Wolf Among Us costs $29.99 versus Shadow of Mordor's $59.99, offering lower upfront cost.

The Wolf Among Us

Multiplayer / co‑op

Both are single‑player only according to specifications.

Tie

Content & replayability

Wolf Among Us has branching narrative with multiple endings; Shadow of Mordor relies on Nemesis but core story is linear.

The Wolf Among Us

Difficulty & accessibility

Wolf Among Us features simple puzzles and point‑and‑click interface; Shadow of Mordor includes combat complexity and performance issues on older consoles.

The Wolf Among Us

Graphics & performance

Shadow of Mordor offers a fully rendered 3D open world; Wolf Among Us uses 2D hand‑drawn art.

Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor

Choose Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor if…

Players who want action combat, open‑world exploration, and deeper RPG systems.

Choose The Wolf Among Us if…

Players who prioritize story, dialogue choices, and lower cost.

Common questions

Which game is cheaper?

The Wolf Among Us costs $29.99; Middle‑earth: Shadow of Mordor costs $59.99.

Do either of these support multiplayer?

Both are single‑player only.

Which game offers more replay value?

Wolf Among Us provides multiple story endings; Shadow of Mordor’s Nemesis system creates varied enemy encounters.