While cooking, foraging, fishing, and gardening are all core pillars of Tales of the Shire's gameplay loop, a good cozy game can't forget about its social elements. Animal Crossing and Stardew Valley ...

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GameSpot may get a commission from retail offers. When I first played Tales of the Shire back in September 2024, I left the experience disappointed yet hopeful. It had a lot of issues, yes, but it ...

How do you unlock new cooking stations in Tales of the Shire? You'll find out quite early that a way to a hobbit's heart is through their stomach, and if you want to ingratiate yourself with the ...

While Hobbits might enjoy an easy rural living, the Tales of the Shire system requirements demand a little more work from your gaming laptop or PC for this otherwise cozy farm sim. It's considerably ...

Gardening is an important pastime in Tales of the Shire. A proper Hobbit needs a proper garden full of fruits and veggies — including any ingredient that can’t be foraged in the wild. If you want the ...

Flour is an important cooking ingredient in Tales of the Shire, as you’ll need it for a great many recipes, such as Crispy Fish Pie, Tuckborough Pikelets, and Mrs. Cotton’s Amazing Autumn Tart.