Weta Workshop has disappointing news for budding Hobbits eagerly awaiting Tales of the Shire. The game’s release has now been delayed to early 2025. There is no release window more specific but more time means a better product in the end.
From the official Xitter account:
All of us here at Weta Workshop are excited to have you join us in the Shire, a peaceful corner of J.R.R. Tolkien’s world. When a new Hobbit steps into Bywater for the very first time, we want that moment to be everything you’re hoping for.
To ensure we deliver on that vision, Tales of the Shire will now be launching in early 2025.
Thank you for your patience and continued support. Be sure to tun in to our A Hobbit Day Showcase on September 22nd to learn more about Tales of the Shire and our new release date.
Veteran players understand the need for more development time, especially for a game set in one of the most iconic locations ever pulled from the mind of a fantasy writer. The stakes are high for the cozy Hobbit-themed sim, so more time is a good thing.
Check out the official site for more details on Tales of the Shire.
About Tales of the Shire
Create your own Hobbit as you set forth in Bywater. Though not yet established as an official village in Hobbiton, play a part in helping the quaint town flourish. Greet comfort at the door as you decorate your own Hobbit hole, tend to your garden, fish at the clear ponds, forage wild fruits and herbs, or trade with townsfolks. Prepare homemade meals to share with fellow Hobbits and foster relationships.
