Enedumiel sent this in from the One Spirit Bookclub’s newsletter, which is selling the Platinum Extended DVD of FOTR as well as a replica of the One Ring. [More]
Month: September 2002
It pays to belong, sometimes, according to Endumiel: “I just got the newsletter in for the One Spirit Bookclub, and they have the extended edition DVD for sale. They didn’t say anything about it being for pre-order, either. The info they gave is as follows.”
The Lord of the Rings ™ Director’s Cut Collectible DVD & Bookend Set
One of the greatest fantasy epics ever made just got even better! This 5-disc Platinum Series collection includes a special, uncut and extended edition of the film The Lord of the Rings(tm): The Fellowship of the Ring(tm). Also included are a set of polystone bookends crafted in the exact likeness of the majestic and awe-inspiring Argonauts in the film. Plus an all-new version of the National Geographic DVD Beyond the Movie: The Lord of the Rings with additional footage and a photo gallery all bundeled in an impressive gift packaging. Bookends measure 7″ x 8 3/8″ x 7″. 5-DVD Collection 54-6730 $79.99
The One Ring and Pendant Do you have what it takes to be lord of the One Ring? No fan should be without the Elfin Ring of Power – a stunning vermiel band with hand carved Elfin script – just like the one from the hit film! Plat3ed in 22-kt. gold and hanging from a 20″ sterling chain. Pendant 14-6728 $39.99
News from JFlower – “I just got my TV Guide, and the Viewer’s Choice Pay Per View Channel here in Canada has a contest posted for their premiering of the FOTR on October 4 (the promotion is entitled “Feed Your Fantasies”). The contest entitles the winner to a sneak peek screening of The Two Towers for the winner and all their friends before the movie is released in theaters. The rules will be posted at ViewersChoice I have a feeling the contest will be for Canadians only (but I’m not sure about that).”
Older generations seem to despair (usually), of the reading habits of their kids, but this UK survey shows that not all is gloomy. In fact, classics such as LoTR and Alice in Wonderland and the Wind in the Willows are all among the top children’s books. Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone takes the top spot; LoTR slips in at sixth. [More]
Vivendi Universal Publishing Announces New Titles Based on J.R.R. Tolkien’s Literary Works ‘The Lord of the Rings’ and ‘The Hobbit’. Games Division to Develop Online Massively Multi-player Role Playing Game Based on J.R.R. Tolkien’s ‘The Lord of the Rings’. [More] [Gaming Havens]
Vivendi Universal Publishing Announces New Titles Based on J.R.R. Tolkien’s Literary Works ‘The Lord of the Rings’ and ‘The Hobbit’
Games Division to Develop Online Massively Multi-player Role Playing Game Based on J.R.R. Tolkien’s ‘The Lord of the Rings’
LOS ANGELES, Sept. 23 /PRNewswire/ — Vivendi Universal Publishing (VU Publishing) announced today several new games as part of its Games division’s (VU Games) long-term agreement with Tolkien Enterprises to develop interactive entertainment based on J.R.R. Tolkien’s “The Lord of the Rings” and “The Hobbit.” The new titles include The Lord of the Rings: Middle-earth Online, an Online Massively Multi-player (OLMMP) role playing game, The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Ring, a real time strategy (RTS) game, and additional PC and console titles based on Tolkien’s “The Two Towers” and “The Return of the King.”
The new titles join VU Games’ previously announced Tolkien line-up, which includes The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring titles due this fall from Black Label Games, and The Hobbit from Sierra Entertainment due for release in 2003.
The Lord of the Rings: Middle-earth Online will focus on both the heroic adventures and well-known community of Tolkien’s Middle-earth. Additionally, the OLMMP will enable gamers and Tolkien fans to experience the fantasy of the vast “The Lord of the Rings” world in a growing and dynamic environment.
The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Ring will allow the player to take on the role of good or evil forces. Focusing on the events leading to the formation of the Fellowship and the Ring Quest, the game will expand on the world of Middle-earth.
All new titles based on “The Lord of the Rings” will be developed by VU Games’ Black Label Games studio.
“The works of J.R.R. Tolkien are beloved by generations of fans around the world and the development of these additional titles across new platforms underscores our commitment to the franchise,” said Luc Vanhal, VU Games’ President & COO, North America. “We have engaged some of our finest creative and technical teams to deliver a rich and diverse range of products to gamers and true fans of the Tolkien universe.”
Additional information regarding the new Tolkien titles will be released in future months.
About Vivendi Universal Publishing
Vivendi Universal Publishing, a division of the world’s second largest communications group (Vivendi Universal), publishes content in four major languages and has strong local brands. As the world’s third largest publisher, the Company’s key content areas include literature, reference, school, college, kids, games and consumer press. Vivendi Universal Publishing is a global leader in multi-platform interactive entertainment. A leading publisher of PC, console and online-based interactive content, its portfolio of development studios includes Black Label Games, Blizzard Entertainment, NDA Productions, Sierra Entertainment and Universal Interactive. Through its subsidiary VU Games, it distributes worldwide its interactive contents and co- publishes and/or distributes products for a number of strategic partners.