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When does Lord of the Rings: Gollum Release?

Gollum is back!

Many exciting games were announced at The Game Awards 2021, and one of the most surprising announcements was Lord of the Rings: Gollum. Many fans of the LotR franchise may wonder when this game will release and if any other details are available.

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Everything we know about Lord of the Rings Gollum

Players can follow Sméagol and Gollum in a new adventure, taking place somewhere between Gollum finding the One Ring and the beginning of The Fellowship of the Ring. Avoid the dark forces of Sauron and make choices as Sméagol or Gollum. Your decisions will have a far greater impact on Middle Earth than you could imagine. Here is everything we know about The Lord of the Rings: Gollum.

What is the release date for Lord of the Rings Gollum?

Lord of the Rings: Gollum will now release on May 25, 2023. After a few delays, we finally have a release date. However, the Nintendo Switch release date will be later in 2023. You can follow the official GollumGame Twitter for more information and updates.

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What platforms will Lord of the Rings Gollum be on?

The Lord of the Rings: Gollum is planned to be a multiplatform release, meaning most fans will be able to play the game. Here is where you can play The Lord of the Rings: Gollum.

  • PC
  • PlayStation 4
  • PlayStation 5
  • Xbox One
  • Xbox Series X|S
  • Nintendo Switch (Later Release)

Is Lord of the Rings Gollum a stealth game?

Players will control the dual personality of Gollum and Sméagol in this new Lord of the Rings adventure. Use cunning and stealth to survive and overcome the difficult journey ahead of you. Gollum is no warrior, but he can dispatch foes by sneaking up on them. You can also use the environment to clear your path of enemies, but make sure you are not seen.

Does Lord of the Rings Gollum have characters from the books or films?

The Lord of the Rings: Gollum will follow a new and original tale from the Lord of the Rings series, but we did spot some familiar characters from the story trailer. This includes Gandalf, the Mouth of Sauron, Tharanduil, and Shelob. Gollum and Sméagol will be the focus of the game, so you will see these characters through their personality.

Lord of the Rings: Gollum Trailer

Check out the story trailer for The Lord of the Rings: Gollum on the official Nacon YouTube channel. It gives insight into gameplay, the story, and more ahead of its official release.

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