Risk: The Lord of the Rings is a themed version of Risk based in Middle-earth. Players control armies of different peoples (such as the forces of good or evil) and compete for territories in iconic locations like Gondor and Mordor. The objective is to conquer strategic areas or complete specific missions, depending on the version. It maintains the classic Risk rules, with some adaptations to the story's universe. It is suitable for multiple players and fans of the saga.