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The Lord of the Rings: Tactics shipping

EA has announced that their PSP title The Lord of the Rings: Tactics is now available in stores nationwide. Tactics for the first time expands beyond the Rings universe that was shown in the films and actually allows players to lead the Fellowship or control the forces of Shadow. The Lord of the Rings: Tactics is rated "T" for Teen by the ESRB, and is available now for $49.99.

From the announcement:

The tactical RPG game features a rich system of items, upgrades and skills for players to customize their heroes. Players can seize high ground, set ambushes and strategically trap enemies while fighting battles across famous locations from the books and films to determine the future of Middle-earth. Playing the Fellowship enables players to guard their heroes, which include Aragorn, Legolas, Gimli, Frodo, Gandalf, and Sam. In contrast, dark side characters include Lurtz, the Witch-King, Sauron, Saruman, Grima, and Gothmog. The Lord of the Rings: Tactics also will feature a multiplayer mode, allowing up to four players to play their customized heroes against one another via WiFi. A unique, simultaneous turn-taking system allows for fast-paced play.