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'Welcome Home, Hobbit!' In Tales of the Shire We Build Our Home in Idyllic Village. Here's First Trailer for Life-Sim in Lord of the Rings Universe

Zuzanna Domeradzka, 23 April 2024, 01:29

The first gameplay trailer for Tales of the Shire shows what the hobbit life simulator will look like. Details about the game have been revealed.

Return to Moria - How to Get Khazadstone in Baranzibar

Damian Gacek, 02 November 2023, 06:15

Are you looking for Khazad stone in Return to Moria? You will have to search for it in Baranzibar.

How to Deal with a Horde in Return to Moria, Bug Explained

Damian Gacek, 31 October 2023, 06:33

In this guide we will tell you how to defend against hordes in LotR Return to Moria. If you have problems with many opponents, you should read our article.

Despair in Return to Moria Explained

Agnes Adamus, 31 October 2023, 05:28

In LotR Return to Moria you have to control morale so that you do not get despair status. From here you will learn how to do it.

Where to Find Khuzdul Forge in Return to Moria

Aleksander Kartasinski, 31 October 2023, 01:35

If you got lost while searching for Khuzdul Forge in Return to Moria, we have information that will help you. Here you will learn more about the forge.

Survival Game The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria Launches Today [Update]

Maciej Gaffke, 25 October 2023, 03:33

Today, fans of The Lord of the Rings can return to Middle-earth. The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria from Free Range Games, which will let you take on the role of dwarves, is coming to Epic Games Store.

LotR Return to Moria - Steam and Console (PS5 and Xbox) Release Explained

Damian Gacek, 24 October 2023, 07:20

Do you want to learn more about Steam or console release of LotR Return to Moria? Read our article to learn more.

Lord of the Rings: Gollum Devs Got Burned Like Icarus but Keep Defending the Game

Hubert Sledziewski, 11 October 2023, 13:26

The developers of The Lord of the Rings: Gollum have denied rumors that an apology for the game's condition was written by ChatGPT. They also referred to various allegations supposed to explain the failure.

Apology for Gollum's Failure Written by ChatGPT; Devs Had No Idea (Rumor)

Hubert Sledziewski, 09 October 2023, 13:58

The apology from The Lord of the Rings: Gollum devs for the game's condition was allegedly written by ChatGPT - in addition, without their knowledge or consent. Former employees of Daedalic Entertainment explain why this project was doomed from the start.

Crusader Kings 3 And Lord of the Rings Make For a Delicious Mix

Adrian Werner, 24 September 2023, 22:25

Crusader Kings 3 may become a dream game for Tolkien fans. All thanks to the modification called LotR: Realms in Exile.

New Cozy The Lord of the Rings Game Offers Hobbit Life Experience

Maciej Gaffke, 22 September 2023, 12:48

Private Division has released the first teaser for its upcoming Hobbit game. Tales of the Shire is expected to hit the market as early as next year.

Lord of the Rings MMO Got New Character Class 16 Years After Launch

Michal Ciezadlik, 18 September 2023, 15:35

The Lord of the Rings Online will get a new character class, even though it's been more than 16 years since the release of this popular MMO. Now that's a long-lived game!

The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria Release Date [Update: New Gameplay]

Jacob Blazewicz, 24 August 2023, 15:31

The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria will soon enable the players to return to Middle-earth, though not yet on Xbox Series X/S.

Gollum's Few Loyal Fans on Steam Just Got a Big Update

Maciej Gaffke, 01 August 2023, 12:38

Even though very few Steam users are playing The Lord of the Rings: Gollum, the developers have decided to release a sizable update that focuses on gameplay.

Plot Twist: Gollum's Failure Will be the End of Daedalic Games, Not Just in Middle-earth

Hubert Sledziewski, 02 July 2023, 10:15

Daedalic Entertainment is ending game development to focus on its publishing business. The failure of The Lord of the Rings: Gollum apparently sealed the company's fate.

We Learned How Much Embracer Paid for Lord of the Rings

Marcin Przala, 22 June 2023, 12:56

Embracer Group's financial report revealed the amount for which the Swedish corporation acquired the rights to works from the Lord of the Rings universe.

Lord of the Rings is 'One of the Biggest Gaming IPs in the World'; Embracer has Plan

Adam Celarek, 13 June 2023, 17:16

Swedish media giant Embracer Group has announced major changes in the structure of future projects. The core of the corporation is to become products based on the Lord of the Rings brand.

The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria Trailer

Christian Pieniazek, 08 June 2023, 22:28

The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria has added its two cents to SGF 2023. Survival game set in the universe of the Lord of the Rings lived to see a new trailer.

Gollum's Failure is Not the End of Middle-earth Games From Daedalic

Jacob Blazewicz, 26 May 2023, 17:14

The developers of The Lord of the Rings: Gollum are to create another game based on The Lord of the Rings license, and what's more, the publisher is preparing yet another story from the world of Middle-earth.

LotR Gollum - Shaders Compilation and Stutters; How to Fix It

Damian Gacek, 25 May 2023, 13:45

In this guide we will talk about shader compilation and stutters in LotR Gollum. Read our text to learn more about it.

The Lord of the Rings: Gollum Launches to Crushing Reviews

Adrian Werner, 25 May 2023, 12:39

Today we found out if The Lord of the Rings: Gollum was worth the wait. The game is stirring up a lot of excitement especially on PC because of the confusion with system requirements.

Fans Worry About LotR Online After Amazon's MMO Announcement; Devs Respond

Michal Ciezadlik, 18 May 2023, 21:48

While Amazon Games is preparing a new MMO set in the universe of The Lord of the Rings, fans are worried about the future of 2007's The Lord of the Rings Online. The developers of the latter have decided to reassure thw players.

LotR Gollum's Already High Requirements Have Just Become Even Higher

Kamil Kleszyk, 10 May 2023, 16:43

If the previous requirements of the PC version of The Lord of the Rings: Gollum caused you concern, now you can be terrified. This is because Daedalic Entertainment has updated the title's required specs on Steam.

LotR Gollum Relaxed Playthrough Time

Kamil Kleszyk, 07 May 2023, 23:18

The producer of The Lord of the Rings: Gollum, Harald Riegler, has revealed how much time we will have to spend to get through the game without rushing.

Here's What The Lord of the Rings RPG From Troika Games Would Have Looked Like

Adam Celarek, 05 May 2023, 13:44

The co-founder of Troika Games has shared information and materials from a long-forgotten project. Years ago, the iconic studio was working on a game based on Tolkien's trilogy.

Best Tolkien Mod for Total War With New Version

Adrian Werner, 05 May 2023, 00:22

Version 4.8 of Third Age Total War 4.0 has been released, an extensive mod that brings the action of Medieval II: Total War - Kingdoms to Tolkien's Middle-earth.

Check Out LotR Gollum's Trailer With Ray Tracing; Looks a Little Better

Agnes Adamus, 25 April 2023, 23:31

A trailer showing The Lord of the Rings: Gollum with ray tracing enabled has appeared online. Although the game looks better, it is still not awe-inspiring.

LotR Gollum System Requirements are High Enough to Cause Concern

Adrian Werner, 16 April 2023, 21:41

We have learned the system requirements of the PC version of The Lord of the Rings: Gollum. They are surprisingly high.

Gollum Gone Gold; Launch on Schedule

Agnes Adamus, 13 April 2023, 12:49

The Lord of the Rings: Gollum has gone gold. This means that the title's release should not be delayed anymore.

Press Played LotR: Gollum and is Unimpressed; Release Date and Gameplay

Hubert Sledziewski, 24 March 2023, 13:25

We have learned the new release date for The Lord of the Rings: Gollum. Extensive gameplay and impressions from the press screening will help you judge whether the game from Daedalic Entertainment is worth the wait.

New LotR: Gollum Video is to Convince Us of Satisfying Storyline

Krzysztof Kaluzinski, 13 March 2023, 10:46

The developers of The Lord of the Rings: Gollum assure that they have thoroughly studied the works and notes of J.R.R. Tolkien. A new entry of dev diary provides more information about their work.

Lord of the Rings: Gollum's New Trailer Looks Significantly Better

Hubert Sledziewski, 10 March 2023, 12:34

A new trailer for The Lord of the Rings: Gollum has been presented. It looks visibly better than the gameplay video that led to the game being delayed.

New Lord of the Rings Game in the Pipeline; Launch Sooner Than You Think

Adrian Werner, 17 February 2023, 16:32

Embracer Group has announced that an as yet undisclosed game set in Tolkien's Middle-earth is in development. A total of five interactive Lord of the Rings adaptations are expected to hit the market by April 1, next year.

One of Biggest MMO Worlds Got an Extensive Expansion

Adam Adamczyk, 16 November 2022, 15:12

The Before the Shadow expansion has arrived to The Lord of the Rings Online. It adds a lot of content for both beginners and long-time players.

Lord of the Rings Conquest on Unreal Engine 5 is Impressive [UPDATE]

Adam Adamczyk, 08 November 2022, 10:34

The fan remake of Lord of the Rings: Conquest looks great. The landscapes on the gameplay video are stunning.

Great Tolkien Mod for Total War Gets New Version

Adrian Werner, 03 November 2022, 16:13

A new version of Third Age Total War 4.0, an extensive Tolkien mod for Medieval II: Total War, has been released.

Best Mods for Fans of Lord of the Rings

Adrian Werner, 20 October 2022, 14:40

Don't feel like leaving Middle-earth after watching the last episode of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power? Check out this list of Tolkien-inspired mods.

Edain - The Battle for Middle-Earth 2's Epic Fan-project With Ton of Novelties

Adrian Werner, 03 October 2022, 11:56

Version 4.6 of Edain mod for The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-Earth II - The Rise of the Witch-King has been released. The update heavily expands gameplay, adds a new faction and expands the Hobbit-inspired campaign.

Rings of Power Brought Back the Sense of Adventure I've Been Missing - Review

Hubert Sosnowski, 10 September 2022, 16:41

We waited, we feared, and like gamblers we bet on what this series would be like. Good? Faithful to Tolkien? The first two episodes of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power explain a lot. First of all, they remind us what adventure cinema should be about.

Lord of the Rings With New Owner; Publisher's Shopping Spree

Adrian Werner, 18 August 2022, 13:09

Embracer Group will acquire Middle-earth Enterprises, and with it the rights to create adaptations of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit. The conglomerate has also bought out the developers of Teardown and the Killing Floor series.

Lord of the Rings Game From Weta Workshop Announced

Adrian Werner, 16 August 2022, 13:46

Weta Workshop is working on a new game set in Tolkien's Middle-earth. The game will be published by Private Division.

Epic Mod Lord of the Rings: Total War Remastered

Adrian Werner, 30 July 2022, 16:20

The Lord of the Rings: Total War (Remastered) project, a revamp of the ambitious Tolkien mod for the strategy game Total War: Rome Remastered, has debuted.

LotR Gollum Delayed After Cold Reception of Gameplay

Jacob Blazewicz, 25 July 2022, 20:11

We'll be waiting longer than expected for Lord of the Rings: Gollum. The delay is definitely unrelated to the not-quite-enthusiastic reception of the first gameplay demonstration...

LOTR Gollum on First Gameplay

Hubert Sledziewski, 07 July 2022, 20:32

One of the games presented at Nacon Connect 2022 was the highly anticipated The Lord of the Rings: Gollum. We finally saw gameplay footage from Daedalic Entertainment's upcoming game.

Here's Mirkwood From Lord of the Rings: Gollum

Adrian Werner, 29 May 2022, 21:33

The developers of The Lord of the Rings: Gollum presented a short video showing the first in-game location - Mirkwood.

The Lord of the Rings: Gollum Release Date

Jacob Blazewicz, 24 May 2022, 17:08

The Lord of the Rings: Gollum will hit PC and major consoles in a couple of months, though the game will be released a bit later on Switch.

New FAQ Reminds About Upcoming Lord of the Rings: Gollum

Adrian Werner, 21 May 2022, 16:55

An FAQ has appeared on Steam, answering fan questions about The Lord of the Rings: Gollum.

The Lord of the Rings: Heroes of Middle-earth is EA's New F2P Game

Jacob Blazewicz, 09 May 2022, 16:29

A new game based on the license of The Lord of the Rings has been announced. This time Electronic Arts launches an F2P RPG titled The Lord of the Rings: Heroes of Middle-earth to conquer the mobile market.

15 Years of LOTRO; Anniversary Attractions for Free Users

Milosz Szubert, 21 April 2022, 16:39

Yesterday, the MMORPG The Lord of the Rings Online received its next update, numbered 33. It introduces a lot of changes and novelties, led by the Yondershire region. Moreover, it initiates the celebration of the 15th anniversary of the game's release.

Tolkien Mod The Last Alliance: Total War for Shogun 2 Adds New Faction

Adrian Werner, 22 March 2022, 15:42

Version 0.3.0 of The Last Alliance: Total War mod has been released. The project moves the action of Total War: Shogun 2 to Tolkien's Middle-earth. The update added, among others, a new playable faction.