The Weta Workshop and Private Division title will also get boxed versions for two platforms, even though the game was delayed earlier.

So which two platforms are getting a physical version? Unsurprisingly, PC is not among them (which is sadly common these days). The physical editions will arrive for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. The Standard Edition will cost $40 (around HUF 16,000), and includes a fold-out 20” x 16” (50.8 x 40.64 cm) map of the village of Bywater. There will also be an iam8bit Exclusive Edition, priced the same, featuring an exclusive cover. Those who pre-order either version will receive a download code for the game’s soundtrack. The boxed editions are distributed by iam8bit.

Players will get to experience the cozy life of Hobbits across the serene landscapes of the Shire. Explore and decorate this idyllic slice of Middle-earth. Meet friendly Hobbits and familiar faces. Create your own Hobbit character and help grow the budding settlement of Bywater, which hasn’t officially become Hobbiton yet. Customize your own Hobbit-hole, tend gardens, fish in pristine waters, gather wild herbs and fruits, and trade with locals. Cook homemade dishes to share with fellow Hobbits and nurture relationships. Enjoy scenic days in lush forests, lakes, and pastures. Relax in a world where small things matter the most. Help bring the community together.

Personalize your look and don the best Hobbit attire with a wide array of customization options. Decorate your home freely with grid-free placement and turn your cozy space into a personal retreat. Discover new surprises with each passing day in Bywater. Fish, garden, and stock up your pantry with the fruits of your labor. Harvest seasonal produce and flowers as time passes on your farmstead.

Enjoy the warmth of the kitchen and showcase your culinary skills through recipes. Join in second breakfasts or host dinner parties with fellow Hobbits. Share meals with invited guests to form new bonds. Explore hidden clearings and long-lost treasures of the Shire. Experience dynamic weather that influences daily routines and unlocks seasonal surprises. Earn rewards as you progress in the story. Join club quests to complete daily tasks and help Bywater earn its official village status.

Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of the Rings Game is coming July 29 to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PC, and Nintendo Switch. The boxed edition launches the same day!

Source: Gematsu