New $100 million Lord of the Rings game reportedly in development by Warhorse Studios
(Courtesy : Lord of the Rings)
Funding backed by Abu Dhabi Investment Office
The deep world of the Middle-earth universe is making a comeback with the new Lord of the Rings game. According to the new reports, it seems that this game is developed by Kingdom Come Deliverance 1 & 2 developers, Warhorse Studios.
Last year, it was reported that a $100 million third-person title based on the LOTR IP is in the works. Now, we have an idea of who might be working on this project. Let’s check out more details in this article.
A fresh start for the Lord of the Rings game
This information is reported by industry expert Ryszard Chojnowski during the Tolkien podcast. According to him, the upcoming game will be an open-world RPG game that will take a more grounded and realistic approach to the Lord of the Rings universe.
Also, this is an AAA game with $100 million dollars backed by the Embracer group, currently in development with Warhorse Studios at the helm.
This is the same studio that has delivered the critically acclaimed Kingdom Come: Deliverance 1 & 2, which is known for its open-world RPG and storytelling.
This team is already known for creating immersive medieval worlds with realistic mechanics, which also makes them a strong candidate for adapting Tolkien’s universe in a fresh way.
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Backed by major investment
Reports say that the project has a $100 million budget, with support from Abu Dhabi Investment Office.
This kind of funding indicates that the game is aiming for AAA production value and has the potential to compete with some of the biggest RPGs in the market.
Chojnowski initially wasn’t sure about the rumors, but later he confirmed the information through multiple sources.
Do remember that this information is not officially announced yet and based on leaks, rumors and inside reports.
Conclusion
If the reports are accurate, then fans can expect an amazing Lord of the Rings game with an AAA budget and can experience the full immersive universe of Tolkien made by Warhorse Studios.
This could literally change the franchise gaming trend and might even compete for the Game of the Year. What are your thoughts on the Lord of the Rings game? Do share your thoughts and views with us in the comments section.
FAQs
Who is developing the new Lord of the Rings game?
Reports suggest that Warhorse Studios, known for Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, is working on the project.
What type of game will it be?
The game is rumored to be an open-world RPG with a realistic approach to the Lord of the Rings universe.
What is the budget of the game?
The project is reportedly backed by a $100 million budget.
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Mahaksh Chauhan is a passionate gaming journalist who loves for old-school RPGs and turn-based games. With a keen eye for storytelling and a deep understanding of game mechanics, Mahaksh brings an unique perspective to the world of gaming. Inspired by classics like Persona, Red Dead Redemption 2, and Skyrim, Mahaksh is dedicated in sharing the magic of games with readers. When not writing or gaming, Mahaksh can be found cheering on WWE superstars or watching his favourite Anime.