Set in the mythical word of Middle-earth, The Hobbit™ The Prelude to The Lord of the Rings™ is an action-adventure game that brings to life J.R.R. Tolkien's classic tale. Control Bilbo as he leaves behind his peaceful hobbit hole in the Shire to embark on a perilous adventure. Journey through the dark and harrowing Mirkwood to the Lonely Mountain and finally into the foul depths of Smaug's Lair.