Weta Workshop’s game Private Division will not be released as planned.

Weta Workshop announced on Twitter that the single player life simulation game will be released a little over 4 months later than previously planned: “Dear Fellow Hobbits. A good Hobbit feast takes time, and so does Tales of the Shire! We’re taking a little longer to make sure that every Hobbit, on every platform, can enjoy the same comforting experience. The game will now be released on July 29, 2025. We want this game to feel like a warm hug from Middle-earth, and we’re making sure that no matter where you play, you’ll feel right at home in the Shire.

From the hairstyles on your feet to the fluffiest cakes, every detail will be just right. We appreciate your patience and cannot wait for you to experience life in The Shire this summer. In the meantime, set the table, polish the silver, and get ready for a feast fit for a Hobbit! We look forward to welcoming you to Bywater,” wrote Weta Workshop.

📢 Tales of the Shire needs a bit more simmering… Now coming July 29th, 2025. Thank you for your support and patience.🍽️🥧#TalesOfTheShire #LOTR #cozygaming pic.twitter.com/8afaLnGfFL

— Tales of the Shire (@talesoftheshire) February 20, 2025

Live the cozy life of a Hobbit in the wonderfully serene landscape of the Shire. Explore, decorate and share this idyllic corner of Middle-earth. Join the friendly Hobbits and familiar faces that await your arrival in Tales of the Shire: A Lord of the Rings game. Create your own Hobbit as you make your way to Bywater. Although not yet established as an official village in Hobbiton, you play a big part in helping the quaint town flourish. Welcome comfort at the door as you decorate your own Hobbit hole, tend to your garden, fish in the clear ponds, forage for wild fruits and herbs, or trade with townsfolk. Prepare homemade meals to share with other Hobbits and foster relationships. With so much to see and so much to eat, enjoy days of splendor in the picturesque forests, lakes, and meadows. Relax in a place where the little things matter. Help bring the community together to achieve village status in Bywater. Experience the joy of Tales of the Shire: A Lord of the Rings Game.

Personalize your look and flaunt your best Hobbit gear with a variety of customization options. Decorate your own Hobbit home and transform the cozy space with grid-free placement to position furniture and decor to your liking. Discover the wonders that each new day brings to Bywater as you settle into your peaceful homestead for some much-needed rest. No Hobbit’s day is complete without food. Fish, garden, and forage to stock your pantry with the fruits of your labor. Harvest seasonal crops and flowers as time passes in your homestead.

Enjoy the warmth of the kitchen and show off your culinary skills with mealtime recipes. Join a second breakfast or host a dinner party with other Hobbits. Share meals with invited guests to forge new relationships. Discover secret glades and lost treasures throughout the Shire. Experience ever-changing weather that affects daily routines and seasonal surprises based on the time of year. Earn rewards as your story progresses. Meet iconic characters and familiar Hobbit families to trade for upgrades to your skills, clothing, home, and more. Participate in club missions to complete daily activities and help achieve official village status in Bywater.

Tales of the Shire: A Lord of the Rings Game will be available on July 29 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PC, and Nintendo Switch.

Source: Gematsu