Tales of the Shire Delayed to Early 2025

Developer Wētā Workshop cites the need for more time to fully realize their vision of the cozy Hobbit life sim.

Originally slated for a 2024 release, Tales of the Shire will now launch in early 2025.
The game allows players to live out a Hobbit fantasy in Tolkien's Middle-earth, focusing on activities like gardening, fishing, and decorating a Hobbit hole.
Developer Wētā Workshop, known for their work on Peter Jackson’s Middle-earth films, aims to deliver a fully realized experience.
A showcase event is scheduled for September 22, where more details and the exact release date will be revealed.
The game will be available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.