Lord Of The Rings Online: Helm’s Deep – Trailer & Launch Date

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Warner Bros. Interactive and developers Turbine have today announced that the release for Lord of the Rings Online: Helm’s Deep is currently set at November 18th, 2013. The expansion will take the game into some new locations in Middle-Earth, such as  the western plains of Rohan, Edoras, Dunharrow and the Hornburg fortress. Players will also be able to take part in the epic battle fought at the titular fortress.  The expansion will also raise the level cap to 95, adding 10 new levels to the experience, with new class specialisations once you reach the top. 

Those who pre-purchase the game will also receive extra goodies, and can opt for either the Premium Edition or the Standard Edition. The official breakdown is as follows:

PREMIUM EDITION – £44.99
Features all Helm’s Deep content, with level cap increase. This edition also grants these great items:

  • Armour of the Hammerhand – an exclusive full set of Rohirrim cosmetic armour
  • +10 quest log slots
  • Crystal of Remembrance – adds one additional legacy to your legendary weapon
  • Helm’s Deep Title – Helm’s Enforcer
  • Helm’s Deep Title – Helm’s Avenger
  • 2000 Turbine points

Pre-purchasers will also receive these items that can be used immediately in the game:

  • Shield of the Hammerhand (Statted Cloak +25%XP, scales to level of wearer)
  • Exclusive War-steed Bundle (The Steed of the Hammerhand) – an exclusive Rohirrim mount with matching War-Steed appearance

BASE EDITION – £29.99

Features all Helm’s Deep content, with level cap increase. Also grants these items:

  • Hauberk of the Hammerhand – an exclusive Rohirrim cosmetic chest piece
  • Helm’s Deep Title: Helm’s Enforcer
  • 1000 Turbine points

Pre-purchasers will also receive these items that can be used immediately in the game:

  • Token of Hornburg (+25% Monster XP)
  • The Steed of the Hammerhand – an exclusive Rohirrim Mount


Lord of the Rings Online is released on PC on November 18th. Will you be picking up this expansion? Are you eager to take part in the battle for Helm’s Deep? Let us know what you think in the comments below.