{"product_id":"lord-of-the-rings-the-return-of-the-king-nintendo-gamecube-very-good","title":"Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King - Nintendo GameCube (Very Good)","description":"\u003c!-- ==================== PRODUCT OVERVIEW ==================== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNew or Used:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn Case or Loose:\u003c\/strong\u003e In Case\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisc Condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e No scratches \/ Scratch free\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King includes original artwork and manual in a new aftermarket replacement case; the scratch-free disc is tested. A well-preserved copy with strong overall presentation, and Gondor probably still needs every available sword.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhotos show actual product for sale — no stock images used.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==================== WHAT’S INCLUDED ==================== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGameCube Game Disc:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisc Count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManual \/ Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Artwork:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aftermarket replacement\u003cstrong\u003e*\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtras:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes Nintendo Precautions Booklet\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==================== GAME DESCRIPTION ==================== --\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eGame Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The fate of Middle-earth hangs by a thread in \u003cstrong\u003eThe Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King\u003c\/strong\u003e, an epic action adventure that brings the thunder of Peter Jackson’s blockbuster finale roaring onto the \u003cstrong\u003eNintendo GameCube\u003c\/strong\u003e. Charge into massive battles, carve through swarms of Orcs, and stand shoulder to shoulder with some of fantasy’s most iconic heroes as the War of the Ring reaches its climactic final chapter. This is not a quiet journey, it is full-scale war.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Built with the cinematic energy fans hoped for, \u003cstrong\u003eThe Return of the King\u003c\/strong\u003e throws players directly into the chaos of movie-inspired combat with dramatic set pieces, recognizable locations, and satisfying hack-and-slash action. As a fantasy action adventure for Nintendo GameCube players, it captures the scale, urgency, and emotional momentum of the film while delivering accessible combat that still feels wonderfully intense. Whether storming enemy lines or surviving desperate last stands, the action rarely lets up.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    For fantasy fans and collectors, this remains one of the strongest movie-licensed action games of its era, helped enormously by the power of the \u003cstrong\u003eLord of the Rings\u003c\/strong\u003e source material and EA’s effort to embrace the blockbuster scale rather than merely imitate it. For many players, this was the game that made licensed movie adaptations feel legitimately exciting, turning one of cinema’s most beloved fantasy finales into a memorable console adventure.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eGameplay Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBattle across iconic Middle-earth locations while fighting through waves of \u003cstrong\u003eOrcs\u003c\/strong\u003e, siege forces, and towering enemies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePlay as legendary heroes including \u003cstrong\u003eAragorn\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eLegolas\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eGimli\u003c\/strong\u003e, Gandalf, and more, each with distinct combat styles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eChain melee attacks, ranged strikes, and special moves to control chaotic battlefield encounters and enemy swarms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eProgress through cinematic stages inspired by the film’s biggest battles, dramatic escapes, and heroic confrontations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUnlock upgrades and stronger combat abilities that help heroes survive increasingly dangerous large-scale encounters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eExperience fantasy action pacing that blends accessible hack-and-slash combat with blockbuster presentation and momentum.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003chr style=\"margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistorical Trivia or Fun Fact\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eThe Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King\u003c\/strong\u003e launched during peak global enthusiasm for Peter Jackson’s film trilogy, one of the most celebrated fantasy adaptations ever produced. Unlike many rushed movie tie-ins of the era, this release earned lasting praise for actually delivering satisfying action gameplay, helping it remain one of the more fondly remembered licensed fantasy games from the sixth-generation console era.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==================== ADDITIONAL DETAILS ==================== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eAdditional Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black Label\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Action Adventure\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear Released:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2003\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Electronic Arts\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeveloper:\u003c\/strong\u003e Electronic Arts\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eESRB Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e T - Teen\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 014633146868\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3359\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nintendo GameCube video game disc\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlatform:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nintendo GameCube console (GCN system)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e NTSC (North America, Canada)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==================== IMPORTANT INFORMATION ==================== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e*Used cases may be replaced with a new aftermarket one if damaged.\u003c\/strong\u003e Listing above indicates if it's \"OEM\/Original\" or \"Aftermarket.\" Aftermarket cases typically differ in color \u0026amp;\/or build quality from original GameCube cases. 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