“Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor” is an open-world action-adventure game set in J.R.R. Tolkien’s Middle-earth. Players control Talion, a ranger possessed by the wraith of Celebrimbor, as they seek revenge against Sauron’s forces. The game features the innovative Nemesis System, where enemies dynamically remember and react to previous encounters, creating personalized rivalries. Combat combines swordplay, stealth, and wraith powers, offering a fluid, dynamic experience. The game is praised for its engaging story, rich lore, and strategic enemy interactions, blending open-world exploration with intense, tactical battles in a dark, immersive Middle-earth setting.