Tales of the Shire: The Newest LotR Game for the Tolkien Fanbase!
The newest Lord of the Ring (LotR) game is here, namely Tales of the Shire (TotS). This game offers fun and exciting gameplay.
Unlike most LotR games, this title presents gameplay and a genre that is suitable for relaxing instead of being filled with action and excitement! So, for those who are curious, let's read the full review!
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![TotS simulation game becomes Hobbit](https://storage.googleapis.com/cdn.vcgamers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/TOTS_D2C_Screenshot02-3840x2160-1.jpg)
Even though the fanbase of this franchise is one of the largest in the world, in its own country, the population of LotR fans is still relatively small.
So it is natural that many Vicigers here are also unfamiliar. But if you get to know them, you might even fall in love!
LotR is fictional literature in the form of a novel from an English writer named JRR Tolkien. First released in 1954, this work became a pioneer of the fantasy genre which is currently developing rapidly throughout the world.
With such a wide fanbase, LotR then transformed into a franchise that was adapted to various forms of media. Starting from films, songs, various collectibles, and not least, video games.
Especially for video games themselves, many installations have been born from the 'wombs' of various developers. The number can number up to tens, even hundreds.
Everything is spread across various platforms, from mobile, console, to desktop. This achievement shows how 'hardcore' the industry and money circulation of this franchise is.
Seeing this potential, in the future there will always be the possibility of the emergence of various new games adapted from this novel. One of them is TotS which is still waiting for the release date!
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Tales of the Shire Details and Gameplay
![Gardening in TotS](https://storage.googleapis.com/cdn.vcgamers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/talesoftheshire-1713785703352-1.jpg)
So, now let's get to the main discussion, namely about the details and gameplay of TotS. As games The latest in this franchise, the genre chosen is quite unique.
Most LotR games carry a genre adventures and very strong action. Of course this will be very relevant, considering the original storyline of the novel itself which is filled with these two things.
However, for this installation, the indie game developer known as Wētā Workshop is using a genre that is currently on the rise in the modern gaming industry: cozy and simulation!
Yep, a combination of these two genres can generally be found in livestock and farming games. This is all inseparable from the success of legendary titles such as Harvest Moon, Animal Crossing, etc.
As the name suggests, this game will give players the experience of living a relaxed life like a Halfling (Hobbit), in a peaceful plain called the Shire.
Players have the opportunity to fish, browse, cook, collect various items, and even decorate the house! Well, basically all the activities usually found in farming sim games!
With a unique visual style and art, this game is really suitable for you to enjoy while relaxing at the end of the day after going through tiring activities.
So, for those who are curious about the game, it's better to just start saving now! Because TotS pre-orders are already available for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation (4 & 5), Xbox (One & Series X/S), and Windows.
![Can also decorate the house](https://storage.googleapis.com/cdn.vcgamers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/TOTS_D2C_Screenshot06-3840x2160-1.jpg)
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