Super Nintendo · Action
J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings: Volume One
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1995 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Interplay |
| Publisher | Interplay |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Lord of the Rings |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings: Volume One is an action game released in 1995 for the Super Nintendo, developed by Interplay.
It landed about 4 years into the SNES's life. Other notable SNES releases from 1995 include Chrono Trigger, Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island and Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest.
It is part of the Lord of the Rings series; on the SNES you can also try J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings: Volume 1. The series also appears on other systems with The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (GBA) and The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (GBA). Interplay also made Casper, Boogerman: A Pick and Flick Adventure and ClayFighter 2: Judgment Clay for the SNES.
J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings: Volume One supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the SNES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings: Volume One is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
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Playing SNES games today
The SNES library has aged exceptionally well, especially its RPGs, platformers and puzzle games. A large selection is available on Nintendo Switch Online, and if you own the cartridges you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88, including online with friends.
J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings: Volume One FAQ
When did J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings: Volume One come out on the SNES?
J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings: Volume One was released for the Super Nintendo in 1995.
Who made J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings: Volume One?
It was developed by Interplay.
Is J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings: Volume One multiplayer?
Yes. J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings: Volume One supports up to 2 players.
How long does J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings: Volume One take to play?
As an action game, J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings: Volume One typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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