# Fantasy Multiplayer Online Games An Amazon Lord of the Rings Game Is undergoing Development By Daniel Johnson | Published 2019-07-18 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-lord-of-the References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/2019/07/10/amazon-game-studios-lord-of-the-rings-mmo-leyou/) & [medium](https://medium.com/amazon-games/amazon-game-studios-and-leyou-to-co-develop-game-based-on-the-lord-of-the-rings-world-d8abe8f7d70) An [Amazon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-protocol) Lord of the Rings Game is currently in the works at the Amazon Game Studios. The game is set to be a [massive multiplayer online game](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guild-wars-reforged), inspired by the fantasy series. The game will be set at a time that predates the Lord of the Rings series. This may have been done in an effort to separate this game form other games inspired by the series. In order to develop the game, the company has partnered with Leyou, a company that specializes in [PC gaming](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-gamelift-streams). Amazon also had to enter a partnership with Middle-earth Enterprises to gain rights to develop a game. It was noted the game will be free to users on PC as well as consoles, however, no information about a release date has been shared as of yet. Image Credit: Amazon Game Studios ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.3/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Massive Multiplayer Online Games:** Developing a massive multiplayer online game inspired by popular fantasy series creates opportunities for immersive gaming experiences and expanded player communities. - **Fantasy Gaming:** Creating a fantasy game set in the Lord of the Rings universe offers opportunities for players to explore the rich lore and iconic locations of the series. - **Partnerships in Gaming:** Forming strategic partnerships with gaming companies and rights holders can unlock access to valuable intellectual property for game development and distribution. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Gaming:** The gaming industry can capitalize on the demand for immersive multiplayer experiences set in popular fantasy worlds. - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can showcase the beloved Lord of the Rings franchise through interactive gaming experiences, expanding audience engagement. - **Technology:** Technological advancements in graphics, gameplay, and online capabilities can enhance the immersive and social aspects of multiplayer online games. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fantasy World-Inspired Mobile Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heroes-of-middle-earth.md) - [Co-Published Fantasy MMOs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/throne-and-liberty.md) - [Comforting Fantasy Builder Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tales-of-the-shire.md) - [Multiplayer Action Anime Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-protocol.md) - [Multiplayer Online RTS Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/project-g.md) - [Old-School MMORPG Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ashes-of-creation.md) - [Hybrid Platform MMO Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horizon-steel-frontiers.md) - [Debut Multiplayer Fantasy Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/project-fantasy.md) - [Open-World Role-Play Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soulframe.md)