Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of the Rings Game delayed to July 29

Publisher Private Division and developer Weta Workshop have delayed single-player life simulation game Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of the Rings Game from its previously planned March 25 release window to July 29. It will be available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PC via Steam.

Here is the full message from Weta Workshop on the delay:

Dear Fellow Hobbits,

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 cozy experience. The game will now launch on July 29, 2025.

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.

We appreciate your patience and cannot wait for you to experience life in The Shire this summer. 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 Bywater.

—From the folks at Weta Workshop Game Studio