When Does Tales of the Shire Come Out?

The highly anticipated Lord of the Rings game, Tales of the Shire, promises a charming Hobbit life simulation experience. Here's an update on its release date 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 third announced release window, following initial projections of a 2024 launch and a subsequent March 2025 target. 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, which suffered from scope creep and resource constraints. The decision to develop Tales of the Shire as a simultaneous cross-platform title from the outset appears to have avoided a similar issue, albeit resulting in multiple delays.

Gameplay and Features:

Tales of the Shire offers extensive customization options, allowing players to personalize their Hobbit appearance and decorate their homes using a flexible, grid-free placement system. Farming, cooking, and hosting dinner parties are key gameplay elements. Exploration is also central, featuring a trading system involving iconic characters and familiar Hobbit families.

Platform Availability:

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.