Hmmm...interesting story...
http://www.gamespydaily.com/news/fullstory.asp?id=1718
This will be a *huge* challenge for Sierra. If they do well with it, it could make them for years to come...however, if they gaffe it could sink them with gamers forever. As Tolkien is near and dear to many CRPG gamer's hearts...they ought to tread lightly.
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Now where did I leave that doughnut?!