When Does Tales of the Shire Come Out?

The highly anticipated Lord of the Rings game, Tales of the Shire, promises a delightful Hobbit life simulation experience. Here's an update on its release and what to expect.

Release Date Update:

Tales of the Shire is now scheduled for release on July 29, 2025. This marks the game's second official release date, following previous announcements targeting March 2025 and initially, 2024. Wētā Workshop, the developer, cited the need for additional time to refine the cross-platform experience as the reason for the delay. This contrasts with the staggered release of The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria, highlighting Wētā's commitment to simultaneous launches across all platforms.

The decision to prioritize a polished cross-platform experience from the outset appears to have avoided the development bottlenecks encountered by Return to Moria.

Gameplay and Features:

Tales of the Shire offers extensive customization options for both your Hobbit character and your Hobbit-hole home, featuring a flexible, grid-free placement system for furniture and décor. The game emphasizes farming, cooking, and hosting dinner parties. Exploration is a key element, incorporating a trading system with interactions featuring iconic characters and familiar Hobbit families.

Platforms:

Tales of the Shire will launch on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Windows on July 29, 2025.

This article was updated on 02/25/25 to reflect the latest release date information.