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User Interface Explained — Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor Guide
Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor

User Interface Explained — Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor Guide

Don't get lost in Mordor! This guide breaks down the user interface of Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor, explaining all the icons, meters, and menus so you can focus on the hunt.

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Don't get lost in Mordor! This guide breaks down the user interface of Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor, explaining all the icons, meters, and menus so you can focus on the hunt.

Hey there! So, you've jumped into Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor and you're probably wondering what all those icons, meters, and bits of text on your screen actually mean. Don't worry, it's not as complicated as it looks! Think of this as your friendly rundown of the game's user interface, or UI for short. We'll go through everything so you can spend less time squinting at the screen and more time hunting Uruks.

This guide is designed to help you get a handle on the game's HUD (Heads-Up Display) and other important interface elements. We'll cover the essentials so you can track your health, your objectives, and understand what's happening in the world around you without missing a beat.

Here's what we'll cover:

  • Key HUD elements like health and focus meters.
  • Understanding the minimap and objective markers.
  • Navigating menus and the world map.
  • Interpreting enemy information and threat indicators.

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