The mechanic was never fully finished, resulting in an apparent stopgap solution making it into the final game.

Daedalic denied the claims and said that the studio has a “friendly working atmosphere”.

Regardless, the game wasdelayed from its original release datein 2021 to 2022, beforesliding back furtherto this year.

A scowling Gollum lays on the floor of his prison cell in The Lord of the Rings: Gollum.

“Thats unrealistic because the game underneath it doesnt support it.”

Gollum released in such a state thatDaedalic released an apologyfor the underwhelming experience and disappointment of fans.

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The options of Gollum and Smeagol appear on the screen letting the player decide who’s side they want to take in The Lord Of The Rings: Gollum

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