Tales of the Shire: A Cozy Hobbit Life Sim Set for 2024 Release
Wētā Workshop and Private Division unveil a new Lord of the Rings game focusing on peaceful Hobbit life in Bywater.
- Tales of the Shire allows players to live as Hobbits, engaging in activities like fishing, gardening, and hosting dinners.
- The game emphasizes a non-combative, cozy lifestyle, contrasting with previous LOTR games that focused on conflict.
- Scheduled for release in the second half of 2024, it will be available on platforms including Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
- Players can customize their Hobbit characters and homes, experiencing seasonal changes and community events in Bywater.
- The game aims to achieve official village status for Bywater through player-led community activities and festivals.
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