The Lord of the Rings (LotR): Return to Moria, a survival crafting game by indie developer Free Range Games, will be coming out soon for consoles and PCs. Read on to know when the game will be released, pre-order details, and other information.
The Lord of the Rings (LotR): Return to Moria Release Date and Time
Released October 24, 2023 9A.M. EST (PC)
The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria released for the PC on Oct. 24, 2023 via Epic Games at 9A.M. EST.
The game will have physical and digital editions for the PS5, releasing on Dec. 5, 2023. LotR: Return to Moria is also slated to be launched on Xbox Series S/X sometime in early 2024.
The Lord of the Rings (LotR): Return to Moria Pre-Orders
The game can currently be pre-order for PC on Epic Games only and will cost $39.99. The PlayStation Store has the game listed, but can only be wishlisted at the moment. So far, there have been no announcements of early access or additional content for the game.
| Platform | Price |
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 Epic Games |
$39.99 |
 PS Store |
Wishlist |
Everything We Know About The Lord of the Rings (LotR): Return to Moria
The Lord of the Rings (LotR): Return to Moria Story Plot
LotR: Return to Moria is set in J.R.R. Tolkien’s iconic fantasy world. We follow the mythical dwarves of LotR as they embark on new adventures to reclaim their legendary home of Moria during the fourth age of Middle-earth following the canonical events in The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King and the defeat of LotR’s primary antagonist the Dark Lord Sauron.
Moria, also known as Mines of Moria or Khazad-dum, was an underground kingdom known for being the most famous Dwarven realm. The kingdom is located beneath the expansive mountain ranges of the Misty Mountains. It met its end as the Misty Mountains became increasingly dangerous as orcs and other creatures serving the Dark Lord’s army roamed and settled in the mountains.
The Lord of the Rings (LotR): Return to Moria Gameplay
LotR: Return to Moria will entail delving into procedurally generated mine-like maps that contain dark, deep mountain caverns filled with mysterious things and fun surprises. In the mines, you will be able to find and mine resources used for crafting weapons like hammers and pickaxes, as well as equipment used in exploration like a torch. The deeper down you are in the mines, the rarer the gems and crystals – however, these will be typically guarded heavier by enemy goblins, spiders, and other foes. You must also rebuild the caverns and craft special items and structures using the resources you find. You can adventure alone or band together with up to eight people.
On top of that, you must also keep your dwarf well-fed, well-rested, and sheltered. Game director Jon-Paul Dumont has revealed that food will be a huge part of the game, teasing that having feasts by the fire will be a "big deal" in the later parts of the game. You can also build their own base where they can take shelter. Clearing new locations can unlock grander and more elaborate architecture for your dwelling spaces.
The Lord of the Rings (LotR): Return to Moria Trailer
Official Announcement Trailer
Official Gameplay Trailer
The Lord of the Rings (LotR): Return to Moria Product Information
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| Title | THE LORD OF THE RINGS: RETURN TO MORIA |
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| Release Date | October 24, 2023 |
| Developer | Free Range Games |
| Publisher | North Beach Games |
| Supported Platforms | PC, PS5, Xbox Series S/X |
| Genre | Survival, Crafting, Adventure |
| Number of Players | Single-player; multiplayer (up to 8 players) |
| ESRB Rating | Rating Pending |
| Official Website | The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria Website |
