This game is a huge immersing travel inspired on the world that Tolkiens created. If you want to feel this lands through the eyes of its people while exploring Middle Earth & grow into a hero that help others during your travels, this is a game for you. Be ready for months of fun.
The images are just gorgeous. Its map have grown a lot since its release & it is still doing it. So far LOTRO covers the territories from Eriador to Gondor.
It is also constantly upgrading the game play. You can choose to play either of 4 races & 10 classes. LOTRO is friendly to players new to MMORPGs & the requirements to gear you characters are between reasonably terms.
Varied kinds of side progressions allow you to improve beyond just reaching a level. Many kinds of play style are catered & you can play at your own pace.
If you haven't play LOTRO before, give it a try. I did since 2007 & have never being sory.