Well this is something the LOTR series didn’t have a chance to do. With gaming becoming increasingly even more popular (especially mobile), Kabam and Warner Bros Interactive just announced The Hobbit: Armies of the Third Age is coming soon for FREE!

“Elves and Dwarves, long at odds over ancient slights, are now on the brink of war. Meanwhile, vicious Orcs and Goblins plot to overthrow the other races and burn their kingdoms to the ground. Take up arms alongside the greatest heroes of the Third Age to create your own kingdom within Middle-earth.”

Game Highlights

• Control the greatest Heroes of Middle-earth, including Gandalf, Legolas, and Thorin Oakenshield in fast-paced, tactical combat
• Build and lead powerful armies, attacking your enemies and defending against brutal assaults
• Choose from three races, each with unique units
• Ally with thousands of players to wage an epic war online

We’ll keep you updated as more news come out!