In The Lord of the Rings Online™, join the world’s greatest fellowship of players in the faithful online re-creation of J. R. R. Tolkien’s legendary Middle-earth.
From the crumbling, shadowed ruins of Weathertop to the ageless, golden wood of Lothlórien, immerse yourself in Middle-earth as you have never seen it before. Visit the peaceful, verdant fields of the Shire, brave the dark depths of the Mines of Moria, and raise a pint at the Prancing Pony in Bree!
Explore the Massive
World of Middle-earth
Immerse yourself in the award-winning recreation of the beloved fantasy world of J.R.R. Tolkien through renowned locations including the Shire, the Mines of Moria, Lothlórien, Rohan, Gondor, and more.
Create & Advance
Your Hero
Advance to the highest levels with boundless character customization possibilities. Choose from a vast array of races, classes, and professions, plus earn countless titles, skills, and traits, direct from the stories of Middle-earth.
Solo & Co-op Skirmishes
Dive into instant adventure alongside friends or customizable AI soldiers in exciting, scalable battles!
Legendary Items
Design and customize your own legendary weapons of immense power like Bilbo’s Sting or Gandalf’s Glamdring!
Play as a Monster
Fight as a servant of Sauron against other players in intense PvMP Combat!
Craft Your Own Gear
Farm crops in the fertile fields of the Shire or let your hammer ring in the Dwarven halls Ered Luin.
Free Online Play: No monthly fees required.