The Lord of the Rings Online: Siege of Mirkwood has officially launched and patrons of Middle-earth will have new content and features to enjoy from the game's second expansion. The new digital expansion will bring a new region, combat enhancements, crafting changes, and a host of other content and changes to the game, including increasing the level cap to 65.

Today we unveil LOTRO’s second major expansion and let players enter the legendary forest of Mirkwood and experience the climax and conclusion to Volume II of our epic story,” said Jeffrey Steefel, Executive Producer of The Lord of the Rings Online. “The response from our players and the press has been nothing short of outstanding and serve as a real validation of LOTRO’s position as one of the world’s premium online games.

• Read the full press release here.