EA doesnt make the claim that it's better than FF, EGM did.

http://the3rdage.com/

I've actually played this game, thanks to Cid. It's really really fun. The battle system is like X's, but it works very well.

The story is basically an 'enhancement' to the LotR story we all know, told from the perspective of other characters who're on their own quests and missions and whatnot. They meet up with the Fellowship once in a while, but not constantly.

I loved what I played, and I cant wait to get the game.