Cozy game players will have to wait a little bit longer to enjoy life in the Shire. Developers for Tales of the Shire announced the game will no longer release next month.
Instead, you’ll have to wait until we’re deep in the dog days of summer to partake in the latest The Lord of the Rings video game.
Wētā Workshop Game Studio announced the news that Tales of the Shire will now launch on July 29, 2025, according to a statement shared on social media. The game was initially set to launch on March 25.
“A good Hobbit feast takes time, and so does Tales of the Shire! We’re taking a little longer to ensure that every Hobbit, on every platform, can enjoy the same cosy experience,” developers said in the note.
The message to fans continues: “We want this game to feel like a warm hug from Middle-earth and we are making sure that no matter where you play, you’ll feel right at home in The Shire. From foot-hair styles to the fluffiest cakes, every detail will be just right.”
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The game was first revealed on “Hobbit Day” in 2023.
“In the meantime, arrange the table, polish your silver and get ready for a feast fit for a Hobbit! Looking forward to welcoming you to the Bywater.”
