New information suggests that a developer working on Lord of the Rings: War in the North attempted to caution publisher WB Games regarding its release schedule. The core concern reportedly centered on the action RPG’s launch occurring a mere ten days prior to the highly anticipated arrival of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. Despite this internal advisory, the developer’s strategic recommendation was reportedly disregarded by the publisher.

This internal dispute highlights a pivotal moment in the game’s development and marketing. The developer’s foresight aimed to prevent Lord of the Rings: War in the North from facing direct competition with a game that would go on to become a colossal hit. However, WB Games proceeded with the original launch window, indicating a decision to push forward despite the potential challenge of releasing so close to a monumental title like Skyrim.

This report stems from details initially shared by PCGamer.

Source: PCGamer latest