For those wondering about this game: I remember playing it several years back and it was a fun strategy-adventure game that follows the story fairly closely.
At the start of the game, the situation is much as to be found in the early part of the Two Towers; the characters (several of whom are represented within the game) are found in the locations upon the map as in the book.
The plot is non-linear in the sense that you can move the characters as you please; thus you can choose to interact (by choosing responses among a few that are offered) between characters who are initially separated or you can keep some in Helm's Deep, with Theodred, on the plains, etc. The game features battle scenes where tactics may alter the course of the conflict, archery, and hand-to-hand combat. The dialogue scenes also can alter the course of the game play, so that you might encounter very different outcomes through playing the game in different ways.
Finally, a sequel to Riders of Rohan is mentioned within the game itself. I don't actually know if that sequel was made, but based on the fond memories I have of this game, it's one I wouldn't pass up if it can be found.
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