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Insider Gaming reports that Eidos-Montréal canceled a Lord of the Rings title described as card-based with a Telltale-style narrative; concept art and early tests hint at a top-down, Umbar-set adventure with The Prancing Pony, and the studio is now focused on a new Unreal Engine 5 project codenamed P11.
Amazon is offering a 10% discount on the LEGO Lord of the Rings Balrog Book Nook set, the first price reduction since its release, making it a great buy for collectors and fans of the series, especially with new sets and releases in 2026.
Amazon has canceled its second Lord of the Rings MMO project following layoffs at Amazon Games, marking the end of its efforts to develop a new Middle-earth online game after previous attempts and partnerships fell through, as the company shifts focus away from MMOs to other genres.
The Department of Homeland Security has shifted its recruitment ads from Halo to Lord of the Rings, using popular culture to appeal to specific audiences, which has sparked criticism due to the controversial political implications and the complex symbolism associated with Tolkien's work.
A new Lord of the Rings game is rumored to be in development, aiming to compete with Hogwarts Legacy, with a potential budget of around $100 million, involving Revenge studio and possibly funded by the Abu Dhabi Investment Office, though details are still unconfirmed.
Ian McKellen revealed that Gandalf and Frodo will appear in Andy Serkis's upcoming 'Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum,' set to start filming in May and released in December 2027, with Serkis directing and producing by Peter Jackson's team.
Ian McKellen revealed that Gandalf and Frodo will appear in Andy Serkis' upcoming Middle-earth films, with filming starting in May and a release planned for December 2027, as part of a new trilogy produced by the original Lord of the Rings team.
Tales of the Shire is a relaxing Hobbit life simulator set in The Shire, focusing on cooking, decorating, and befriending NPCs, but it suffers from repetitive gameplay, poor graphics, limited interaction, and lacks the depth and features of other cosy games, making it appealing mainly to Tolkien fans.
Tales of the Shire, a life simulation game set in the Lord of the Rings universe, falls short of expectations due to poor graphics, shallow gameplay, unmemorable characters, and lack of depth, failing to capture the charm of the Shire or satisfy fans of the genre.
Weta Workshop's new game studio faces significant challenges in developing its first console game, Tales of the Shire, due to inexperience, poor management, communication issues, and industry pressures, leading to layoffs, delays, and a tense work environment, but the team remains dedicated and hopeful for future success.
Tales of the Shire, a hobbit life-sim set in the Lord of the Rings universe, has surprisingly modest PC system requirements, making it accessible for a wide range of players. The minimum specs include a GTX 770 or R9 270X graphics card, while the recommended setup calls for an RTX 3060 Ti or RX 6750 XT. The game launches on July 29 across multiple platforms, promising a cozy experience in Middle-earth.
"The War Of The Rohirrim," the first Lord of the Rings anime feature, explores the legend of Helm Hammerhand, a King of Rohan, through a blend of 2-D and 3-D animation. Directed by Kenji Kamiyama, the film revives Peter Jackson's Middle-earth aesthetic but is critiqued for its familiar narrative and lack of depth in character development, particularly in its portrayal of Héra, a new character. While visually striking, the film is seen as a slight addition to the Lord of the Rings saga, lacking the unique magic of Tolkien's world.
"The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim" is an animated film that revives the spirit of Peter Jackson's original trilogy, focusing on the legendary riders of Rohan and a central shieldmaiden character. Directed by Kenji Kamiyama, the film maintains the visual and thematic continuity of Jackson's work, with contributions from original concept artists and voice actors. While praised for its adventure and drama, the film also faces criticism for perpetuating some of the racial stereotypes present in Tolkien's work. It releases in U.S. theaters on December 13.
"Moana 2" has achieved $600 million in global box office sales, becoming the sixth-biggest movie of the year, with equal earnings from domestic and international markets. In contrast, "The Lord of the Rings: War of the Rohirrim" had a weak overseas debut, earning only $2 million. Meanwhile, Universal's "Wicked" adaptation has surpassed $400 million globally, and "Gladiator II" continues to perform well internationally. "Red One," despite its high budget, has underperformed with $164 million globally.
Tales of the Shire, a new life-sim game from Wētā Workshop, focuses on the homely, food-loving lifestyle of Hobbits in Middle-earth. Set between The Hobbit and The Fellowship of the Ring, the game emphasizes cooking and community-building in the town of Bywater. Despite initial skepticism, the game impressed with its charming art style, engaging cooking mechanics, and humorous Hobbit characters. It aims to stand out in the crowded life-sim genre by centering on food and relationships. The game is set to launch on the Nintendo Switch later this year.