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:

Initially slated for a 2024 release, Tales of the Shire has experienced a couple of delays. The current release date is July 29th, 2025. This delay, according to developer Wētā Workshop, allows for meticulous refinement of the gameplay experience across all platforms. This contrasts with the staggered release of The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria, which faced challenges due to late additions of console ports. Wētā and Private Division's proactive cross-platform development for Tales of the Shire aims to prevent similar issues.

Gameplay and Features:

Tales of the Shire offers extensive customization options for your Hobbit character and home. A "grid-free placement" system allows for flexible furniture arrangement in your Hobbit-hole. Farming, cooking, and even hosting dinner parties are key gameplay elements. Exploration is a significant part of the experience, incorporating a trading system with interactions featuring iconic characters and familiar Hobbit families.

Platform Availability:

Tales of the Shire will launch simultaneously on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Windows. The July 29th, 2025 release date applies to all platforms.

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