Wētā Workshop releases new Hobbit life simulator video game

Wednesday 30 July 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Wed 30 Jul 2025, 5:00am

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Wētā Workshop has launched Tales of the Shire, a cosy life simulator game for PC and consoles. Set in Middle Earth, the game allows players to build homes and engage in activities such as farming, fishing, and foraging. The title has arrived amid mixed reviews.

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1. RNZWed 30 Jul 2025, 4:12am

   Wētā Workshop's new Hobbit game Tales of the Shire a 'cosy' escape from the world (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldWed 30 Jul 2025, 5:00am

   Wētā Workshop’s first video game Tales of the Shire launches amid mixed reviews (opens in new tab)

3. The PostWed 30 Jul 2025, 5:00am

   Come live in The Shire with Wētā Workshop (opens in new tab)