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Tales of the Shire

Welcome home, Hobbit! Live the cosy life of a Hobbit in the wonderfully serene landscape of the Shire. Discover, decorate, & share in this idyllic corner of Middle-earth. Join friendly Hobbits & familiar faces awaiting your arrival in Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of the Rings Game.

Released: 29 July 2025
Developer: Weta Gameshop
Publisher: Private Division
Engine: Unity
Perspective: Bird view / Isometric · Third person
Age rating: PEGI 3 · ESRB E
Controller: Full controller support
Steam recommendations: 3,199
Platforms: Xbox Series X|S · Nintendo Switch 2 · PC (Microsoft Windows) · PlayStation 5 · Nintendo Switch
Genres: Role-playing (RPG) · Simulator · Indie
Also known as: Tales of the Shire A The Lord of The Rings Game

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Player rating: 65
Critic rating: 5
Ratings counted: 81.7%
Steam reviews: 30
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Tales of the Shire

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Crossplay System requirements 16 GB RAM Download size 3.0 GB Steam Deck Verified

Tales of the Shire

The story

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. With much to see and lots more to eat, enjoy days of splendor in the picturesque forests, lakes, and pastures. Unwind in the place where what matters most are all the little things. Help bring the community together to achieve village status in Bywater. Experience delight in Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of the Rings Game.

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