Product Overview
- Product Name: The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers [Greatest Hits]
- New or Used: Used
- In Case or Loose: In Case
- Overall Condition: Good
- Disc Condition: No scratches / Scratch free
- Notes:
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What's Included
- PS2 Game Disc: Yes
- Disc Count: 1
- Manual / Instructions: Yes
- Case Artwork: Yes
- Case Type: Aftermarket replacement*
- Extras:
Game Description
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers brings Peter Jackson’s epic film trilogy to life on the PlayStation 2 with an unforgettable blend of cinematic storytelling and action adventure combat. Based on both The Fellowship of the Ring and The Two Towers movies, players step into the roles of Aragorn, Legolas, and Gimli as they battle across Middle-earth. From defending Helm’s Deep against waves of Uruk-hai to braving the Mines of Moria, the game delivers intense hack-and-slash combat set against the most iconic battles of the early films.
Developed by Stormfront Studios and published by Electronic Arts in 2002, the game was praised for its faithful recreation of the film’s atmosphere, featuring voice acting and footage taken directly from the movies. Each character offers unique abilities—Aragorn with swordsmanship, Legolas with archery, and Gimli with raw strength—ensuring replay value and strategic variety. Its cinematic presentation, polished combat system, and sweeping orchestral soundtrack immersed players in Middle-earth like never before.
The Two Towers stood as one of the PS2’s premier licensed titles, setting a new standard for how film-to-game adaptations could be done. Its success was so strong that it earned a Greatest Hits re-release, making it a collector’s favorite among both Lord of the Rings fans and retro PlayStation enthusiasts. For gamers looking to experience the magic of Tolkien’s world in an interactive way, this title remains one of the most iconic PS2 adaptations of its time.
Gameplay Features
- Play as Aragorn, Legolas, or Gimli with distinct combat styles and abilities
- Battle through epic locations including Helm’s Deep, Moria, and Fangorn Forest
- Unlock combos and upgrades to strengthen characters as the adventure unfolds
- Experience movie-authentic cutscenes with voice acting and footage from the films
- Engage in large-scale battles that capture the scale and drama of the movies
- Greatest Hits edition highlights its lasting popularity and collector value
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers was one of the first major licensed games to merge actual film footage with real-time gameplay, a technique that heightened its authenticity and immersion. It was also among the first console titles to let players directly participate in massive battles like Helm’s Deep, setting the stage for later large-scale combat games.
Widely regarded as one of the best movie-to-game adaptations of its generation, The Two Towers paved the way for its equally successful follow-up, The Return of the King. For collectors, the PS2 Greatest Hits release is especially prized as part of EA’s celebrated trilogy of Lord of the Rings adaptations, remembered as some of the finest action games tied to a major film franchise.
Additional Details
- Variant: Greatest Hits
- Genre: Action Adventure
- Year Released: 2002
- Publisher: Electronic Arts
- Developer: Stormfront Studios
- ESRB Rating: T - Teen
- UPC: 014633144710
- SKU: 50009
- Format: Sony PlayStation 2 (PS2) video game disc
- Platform: Sony PlayStation 2 console (PS2 system)
- Region: NTSC (North America, Canada)
Important Information
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