Beginning 30th October until 3rd of November we’re inviting players to come back and play LOTRO. The doors will be open for former players to enter the world of Middle-earth and prepare for the journey into the Mines of Moria™.

If you’ve got a friend who used to play LOTRO and hasn’t logged in for a while then let them know about this great weekend, everyone can take part!

All you have to do is download or patch up to the most recent version of the game client and log in on 30th October. Your account will already have been re-activated for you and your previous characters will be there waiting to resume their adventure!



Latest Book release, Book 14: The Ring-forges of Eregion:

• Journey to where the Elven Rings were forged!
  
• Prelude quests to the Mines of Moria
  
• Improved animations
  
• Upgraded loot drops in dungeons

To see more of what has been added since release view our Book overview page

Get +25% bonus experience on mob kills for everyone who logs in and plays. Former players are invited to level up their characters ready for Moria. During the LOTRO welcome back weekend, many monsters throughout Middle-earth will drop rare items when defeated. Exchange these rare items for a special gift box that will reward you with a variety of in-game items to aid you in your adventures in Middle-earth.
Have the chance to test your wits against the Riddle-master and have your outfit discerned by the Fashion Maven. Keep an eye out for these colourful characters as they will be roaming the streets of Middle-earth again.


In need of the most recent European client or standalone patch? Follow this link to start downloading now.

If you have any questions of problems with the installation process, please visit our Support page or forums.

If you’d like to invite a friend who hasn't played LOTRO before to play as well, they can take part in a free 14-day trial.

See you in Middle-earth!



Also, if you haven't heard, there has never been a better chance to pre-order the greatly anticipated first The Lord of the Rings Online expansion pack, Mines of Moria, due for release 18th November, 2008. For full details on how you can pre-order visit the Pre-order page.

For more information what is included in Mines of Moria, visit the features page and screenshots gallery