Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of the Rings Game is bringing the Hobbit life to Android and iOS early next year

• Hobbit life simulator coming to Android, iOS, and other major platforms early in 2025
• Customise your own Hobbit and lead a peaceful life in the Bywater village
• Cook food, go fishing, foraging, or do some gardening in your lawn

The Lord of the Rings franchise has always been about gripping storylines and visually breathtaking scenes. But what about a more casual, laidback experience in J.R.R. Tolkien’s gorgeous Middle-earth? That’s where Weta Workshop and Private Division’s latest title, Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of the Rings Game comes in. Get ready to step into the shoes of a simple Hobbit and feel what it’s like to lead a quiet life as you engage in some wholesome community-building.

Tales of the Shire releases early next year and can be described as a Hobbit life simulator. You won’t be performing any of the daring tasks like The Hobbit movies would’ve portrayed, rather, you’ll just be experiencing the life of a regular Hobbit whose only goal is to live peacefully in his Shire and build relationships with other characters.

It is a very personalised adventure and begins with creating your very own Hobbit avatar, allowing you to customize your appearance with Hobbit-specific features, from foot-hair styles to moods and facial features. Your journey starts in the peaceful village of Bywater, working alongside fellow residents to put the village on the Shire’s map and establish it as an official settlement.

As part of this growing community, your relationships with other characters will play a central role. And what better way to bond with fellow Hobbits than over a warm, hearty meal? Cooking in Tales of the Shire requires attention and dedication and isn’t just about throwing ingredients together. You’ll need to pay attention to every step, from chopping homegrown vegetables to carefully balancing, with your success being reflected by the number of stars you earn.

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But there’s more to life in the Shire than just cooking. Fishing, foraging, and gardening all help expand your homestead and allow you to stock your pantry with fresh ingredients. Bywater’s bustling market offers additional ways to gather supplies, upgrade tools, and decorate your home. And if you prefer the calm of nature, the village offers lush fields and forests, where you can gather seasonal items like mushrooms and berries or cast a line in nearby streams for your next catch.

Tales of the Shire: A Lord of the Rings Game promises to capture the essence of Hobbit life and will release on Android and iOS exclusively through Netflix Games and other major platforms on March 25th, 2025. Visit the official website for more information.