‘Tales of the Shire’ Delayed Again, Now Set for July 29 Release

The cozy Lord of the Rings life sim from Wētā Workshop faces another delay as developers aim to perfect the multi-platform experience.

Originally scheduled for late 2024, the release date was first postponed to March 2025 and now to July 29, 2025.
Wētā Workshop emphasized the need for additional development time to ensure a consistent and polished experience across all platforms, including PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
The game allows players to create their own Hobbit character and engage in activities like decorating Hobbit holes, gardening, cooking, and building relationships in the Shire.
A demo of the game received mixed feedback in 2024, with some praising its charm but others critiquing its lack of depth and unpolished mechanics.
Developers promise to refine details such as character models and animations, aiming to deliver an experience that feels like 'a warm hug from Middle-earth.'