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Tales of the Shire had a mixed critical reception at launch, but has since gained popularity with cozy gaming fans. Weta Workshop’s cozy Lord of the Rings game now boasts a Very Positive rating on Steam, and it’s also on sale. From now until December 8th, Tales of the Shire is 30% off on Steam, marking its best discount since the game released.
Is Tales of the Shire Worth Buying On Sale?
Given the mixed reviews early on, many gamers have been wary of Tales of the Shire. At full price, the cozy Lord of the Rings game costs $34.99. That’s not bad compared to many games on the market, but it’s enough to give you pause if you aren’t sure you’ll like it. However, at 30% off, Tales of the Shire comes in at $24.49, which starts to look a bit better. This isn’t a massive discount, but it’s pretty decent for a game that just released earlier this year.
Tales of the Shire is a laid-back life sim with a short and sweet story. It offers fishing, farming, foraging, and decorating, but at its heart, Tales of the Shire is about cooking and building community. If you like cozy cooking games and don’t mind taking your time with the story, you will most likely enjoy this game. However, the farming can be straightforward if you’re used to more complex offerings, so bear that in mind. As for Lord of the Rings lore, there are a ton of spot-on references to Tolkien’s work to be found here. I very much enjoyed the game myself and think it’s worth its sale price so long as it’s the kind of game you enjoy.
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