The game's influence can also be seen in later action RPGs, such as the Darksiders series and the Dragon Age franchise. The Third Age's combat system, character customization, and exploration mechanics have become staples of the action RPG genre.
To play The Third Age on modern hardware like a PC, Android, or Steam Deck, you will need a legitimate copy of the game to create a ROM (or ISO file) and a PS2 emulator. lord of the rings third age ps2 rom