Lord of the Rings: New Open-World RPG Confirmed for September 2026

By Sakib Khandokar, Lead Analyst Published Jul 31, 2026, 8:12 AM UTC Updated Aug 2, 2026, 7:12 AM UTC 1 min read

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Lord of the Rings: New Open-World RPG Confirmed for September 2026

A new open-world RPG set within the Lord of the Rings franchise has been officially confirmed for a September 2026 release on PC. Developed by Warhorse Studios, the project is moving forward as part of an expanding slate of Middle-earth media.

Quick Facts

Game Title: Lord of the Rings (Official title pending)
Developer: Warhorse Studios
Platform: PC
Release Date: September 2026

The announcement distinguishes this open-world RPG from other active projects in the franchise, such as the upcoming film The Hunt for Gollum, directed by Andy Serkis, and the film project currently titled Shadows of the Past. While the Rings of Power Amazon series has drawn mixed reception, the Warhorse Studios project has currently received significant positive attention from the community.

As of August 2026, specific details regarding gameplay mechanics, exact launch day, or potential store exclusivity on PC have not been announced. There is currently no confirmed information regarding a release on console platforms.