At the Wholesome Direct digital showcase, Weta Workshop unveiled a brand-new trailer for Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of the Rings Game, offering a serene and heartwarming look at Hobbit life in the peaceful village of Bywater. Check out the trailer from the showcase down below:
Launching July 29, 2025, Tales of the Shire invites players to step away from danger and darkness to experience the simple joys of being a Hobbit in Middle-earth. Whether you’re customizing your cozy Hobbit hole, tending to a garden, preparing a second breakfast, or hosting a celebratory dinner party, the game centers on relaxation, discovery, and connection.
Live the Life of a Hobbit
Players take on the role of a Hobbit directly inspired by J.R.R. Tolkien’s iconic world. With robust character customization and grid-free home decoration, Tales of the Shire emphasizes creativity and freedom in a peaceful fantasy setting.
Your days in Bywater unfold with seasonal changes, affecting both your garden and the world around you. Harvest crops, forage wild ingredients, and fish to fill your pantry and prepare meals. Cooking plays a central role in building friendships and community inviting fellow Hobbits to dine is a key part of growing your social circle and your standing in the village.
Explore a Peaceful Middle-earth
Tales of the Shire isn’t just about staying indoors. Outside your Hobbit home lies a vibrant landscape filled with secret glades, seasonal events, and familiar faces from Tolkien’s beloved works. Daily weather changes influence what’s possible, and club missions encourage gentle progression as players work toward achieving official village status in Bywater.
In addition to building relationships, players can trade to unlock new skills, clothes, furnishings, and more. Iconic Hobbit families will offer quests and upgrades, further rooting players in the Shire’s rich lore.
Pre-Order and Wishlist Now
Tales of the Shire launches July 29 for PC (Steam), Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, with both digital and physical editions available worldwide. Pre-orders are open now for the $39.99 Retail Edition and the iam8bit Exclusive Edition for Switch and PS5. Fans can also wishlist the game now on Steam.
From the studio that brought Tolkien’s world to life on screen, Tales of the Shire is a wholesome, feel-good journey into a peaceful corner of Middle-earth. Whether you’re baking pies, sharing stories, or exploring the countryside, the Shire is ready to welcome you home.
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