Warhorse promises that Middle-earth RPG is a 'passion project' that 'will be a living world' with a 'strong narrative focus'
Warhorse Studios is developing a new open-world RPG set in Middle-earth, which they describe as a 'passion project.' The game will feature a strong narrative focus and aims to create a deeply immersive experience. Additionally, the next installment of the Kingdom Come series is expected to be released in the next fiscal year.
- ▪Warhorse Studios is working on an open-world Lord of the Rings RPG alongside a new Kingdom Come adventure.
- ▪The communications director mentioned that the Middle-earth RPG will be a deeply immersive narrative adventure game.
- ▪The team behind the project is described as 'mind-blowing' and dedicated to exploring the Middle-earth universe.
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Gaming Warhorse promises that Middle-earth RPG is a 'passion project' that 'will be a living world' with a 'strong narrative focus' News By Demi Williams published 26 May 2026 The new Kingdom Come game could arrive "next fiscal year" When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Warhorse Studios) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Warhorse communications director Tobias Stolz-Zwilling says the next Kingdom Come game could arrive "next fiscal year"Stolz-Zwilling says the Middle-earth RPG is a "passion project"The RPG will also be "deeply immersive" with a…
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