Game on Sale Just Months After Release
In a surprising turn of events, one of the most highly anticipated games of the year, The Lord of the Rings: Gollum, is now on sale just months after its release. This is a rare occurrence in the gaming industry, as games typically take much longer to go on sale.
Critical and User Reception
The game has received overwhelmingly negative reviews from both critics and players. On review aggregate site Metacritic, The Lord of the Rings: Gollum has a lowly 34 critic score and an abysmal 1.2 user score. This makes it not only one of the worst-reviewed games of the year, but also one of the worst of all time.
Gollum's Glitches and Issues
The main issue plaguing the game is the multitude of glitches and bugs that make it almost unplayable. Players have experienced frequent crashes and game-breaking bugs that render progress impossible. Critics have described the graphics as dated, the platforming sequences as terrible, and the menus as reminiscent of games from the early Flash era.
A Deal Too Good to Pass Up?
Despite its poor quality, The Lord of the Rings: Gollum is now available at its lowest price ever as part of the PlayStation August Sale. The premium Precious Edition, normally priced at £55 ($70), is now selling for just £32.99 ($41.99) for PS Plus subscribers – a 40% discount. Even the Standard Edition is available at 33% off, priced at £33.49 ($40.19) for non-subscribers. However, considering the game's terrible reputation, it's up to gamers to decide whether the discounted price is worth the risk.
