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Warhorse Studios—famed for Kingdom Come: Deliverance—announced a Lord of the Rings open-world RPG with Warner Bros., aiming to expand Middle-earth beyond the films; details are scarce, but the project promises a large, immersive RPG experience and could draw on Warhorse’s RPG strengths and Tolkien lore.
Warhorse Studios has officially announced a brand-new open-world Middle-earth RPG, but no platforms or launch window were revealed; the studio also teased a new Kingdom Come Deliverance project, adding that Kingdom Come Deliverance previously released on Nintendo Switch in 2024 with Saber Interactive. More information will be shared when ready.
Embracer Group will spin off Fellowship Entertainment as a standalone, Stockholm-listed company to manage The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit and Tomb Raider IPs, plus related studios and a publishing arm; it will begin trading in the 2026-27 fiscal year. The remaining Embracer will continue as a separate business, with leadership moves to Fellowship and a new CEO/CFO for Embracer being sought. The move aims to sharpen management focus and unlock IP value after years of restructuring, as quarterly sales fell 24% while the entertainment unit grew 23%.
Warhorse Studios confirms it is developing an open-world Middle-earth RPG and a new Kingdom Come adventure, signaling two projects in early development with no release timelines yet.
Warhorse Studios, maker of Kingdom Come: Deliverance, has announced an open-world Middle-earth RPG; details are scarce and it may explore a Tolkien timeline outside The Lord of the Rings. The venture leverages Warhorse’s immersive, realistic combat style and aligns with ongoing Middle-earth media expansions.
Warhorse Studios, the studio behind Kingdom Come: Deliverance, is developing an open-world Lord of the Rings RPG set in Middle-earth and is also working on a new Kingdom Come adventure, though details on timeline, protagonists, or crossovers remain undisclosed; the announcement follows ongoing rumors and previous AI-translation controversy surrounding the studio.
Amazon reportedly canceled its long-running Lord of the Rings MMO, while saying it’s still exploring a new game experience in Middle-earth. The project, announced in 2019, was scrapped in 2021, briefly revived in 2023, but mass layoffs last year suggest it’s dead; Amazon insists it remains committed to the IP and is pursuing a different concept, with rumors of ties to Rings of Power and potential involvement from studios like Crystal Dynamics or Warhorse.
Amazon Game Studios has canceled its Lord of the Rings MMO amid layoffs and a broader pause on MMO development, but says it will continue to explore a compelling new Middle-earth game experience in collaboration with the IP holder; no MMO is currently in development, and details about any future LOTR projects remain unclear.
Warner Bros. unveiled The Hunt for Gollum at CinemaCon, with Andy Serkis directing and returning as Gollum, joined by Ian McKellen, Elijah Wood and Lee Pace, plus Kate Winslet, Leo Woodall and Jamie Dornan in new roles; set between The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, the film lands in cinemas on December 17, 2027, continuing the Middle-earth saga following the original trilogy’s nearly $3 billion worldwide haul.
Warner Bros. unveiled The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum at CinemaCon, with Ian McKellen and Elijah Wood returning, Jamie Dornan cast as Strider/Aragorn alongside Kate Winslet as Marigol and Leo Woodall as Halvard. The film, directed by Andy Serkis, chronicles the search for the corrupted Hobbit Gollum in the years before The Fellowship of the Ring and is set for a December 17, 2027 release, with original writers Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens joined by Phoebe Gittins and Arty Papageorgiou to adapt Tolkien’s work for a broader Middle-earth expansion by New Line Cinema and Amazon-MGM.
Stephen Colbert will write a new Lord of the Rings film, reportedly titled Shadow of the Past, with Peter Jackson producing. The story, set 14 years after Frodo’s death, follows Sam, Merry, and Pippin as they retrace the first steps of their journey, while Sam’s daughter Elanor uncovers a long-buried secret connected to the War of the Ring. Colbert wrote the outline with his son Peter Colbert, and the screenplay will be a collaboration with Philippa Boyens and Peter McGee; Jackson, Boyens, and Fran Walsh will produce. Warner Bros. backs the project, which is billed as faithful to both the books and the films.
Amazon has reportedly canceled its second Lord of the Rings MMO project amid mass layoffs at the company, with the former senior developer confirming the project's termination and expressing disappointment. The company is shifting away from MMOs, with the game’s development halted after a brief reveal and limited details released. Despite this, existing Middle-earth games like The Lord of the Rings Online continue to have a dedicated player base.
"The War Of The Rohirrim," the first Lord of the Rings anime feature, explores the legend of Helm Hammerhand, a King of Rohan, through a blend of 2-D and 3-D animation. Directed by Kenji Kamiyama, the film revives Peter Jackson's Middle-earth aesthetic but is critiqued for its familiar narrative and lack of depth in character development, particularly in its portrayal of Héra, a new character. While visually striking, the film is seen as a slight addition to the Lord of the Rings saga, lacking the unique magic of Tolkien's world.
'The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim' is an anime-style prequel set 183 years before the original trilogy, featuring Brian Cox as Helm Hammerhand. While the plot is predictable and dialogue melodramatic, the film excels in its stunning animation, blending 2D and 3D styles. Directed by Kenji Kamiyama, it offers a visually rich experience that appeals to both fans and newcomers, despite its lengthy runtime.
"The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim" is an animated film that revives the spirit of Peter Jackson's original trilogy, focusing on the legendary riders of Rohan and a central shieldmaiden character. Directed by Kenji Kamiyama, the film maintains the visual and thematic continuity of Jackson's work, with contributions from original concept artists and voice actors. While praised for its adventure and drama, the film also faces criticism for perpetuating some of the racial stereotypes present in Tolkien's work. It releases in U.S. theaters on December 13.