War in the north is just the beginning - more LOTR remasters are on the way

The surprise release of The Lord of the Rings: War in the North remaster appears to be just the opening move in a broader revival effort. In the press release announcing the Legacy Edition, publisher Aspyr confirmed that more LOTR titles are being lined up for modern platforms.

According to the announcement, the Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment-licensed The Lord of the Rings: War in the North - Legacy Edition is Aspyr's first foray into the franchise, with more classic entries promised down the line.

It's an encouraging sign for LOTR fans. Aspyr has built a strong track record reviving beloved legacy titles - most notably across the Star Wars, Tomb Raider, and Legacy of Kain catalogues. Which game gets the next remaster treatment is anyone's guess for now, though there's no shortage of fan-favourite entries that have been long overdue for a comeback.