New game based on 'The Lord of the Rings' to be released in March 2025
Soon after the game was postponed to early 2025, developer Weta Workshop and publisher Private Division not only announced the release date of Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of the Rings Game but also showcased numerous gameplay footage and revealed details within an extended showcase.
Tales of the Shire is a life simulator of a hobbit in the village of Shire. The character will engage in household activities - from gardening and fishing to cooking and much more.
Players will also be able to decorate the hobbit's house, with a wide range of tools available. Interestingly, the house will allow clutter and dirt, capturing the hobbit aesthetic.
In the village of Bywater, you can encounter various characters, each with unique personality traits, small stories, skills, trade items, and much more.
Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of the Rings Game will be released on March 25, 2025, for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.