The handheld and PlayStation 2 version of Aragorn's Quest follows the story of Aragorn during the War of the Ring as narrated by Samwise Gamgee to his children. The hobbits are only seen in cutscenes, and there is no gameplay in the Shire, unlike other versions of the game.
In-game, you control Aragorn as he fights orcs, trolls, and enemies using both his sword and bow. You can block, use quick or strong attacks, shoot arrows, charge your bow for more powerful shots, and perform special moves. Defeating foes gives some health back and experience points, while lowering morale. As you gain experience, Aragorn levels up, improving his stats and giving you points to learn new special moves. You can also equip equipment like swords and belts to increase Aragorn's prowess.