The Lord of the Rings: Gollum Release Date - A Disaster in the Making?

Daedalic Entertainment's attempt to create a new The Lord of the Rings game has ended in disappointment. The company has confirmed that their development department is shutting down, with all focus now on their publishing business. This announcement comes after the release of The Lord of the Rings: Gollum, which received a scathing one-star review from Digital Trends.

The game was plagued by issues, making it nearly unplayable for reviewers ahead of its launch. Even when the game did work, its design felt outdated and unpolished. Despite these challenges, Daedalic had hoped that fans would still enjoy the game. However, the response has been overwhelmingly negative, with many considering the game a disaster.

In an interview with Digital Trends, a spokesperson for Daedalic acknowledged the disappointment but expressed gratitude for the experience gained during development. The company also revealed plans to release another patch for Gollum in the future, although details are scarce at this time.

The news of Daedalic's decision to close their development department and focus solely on publishing comes as eight new releases are set to launch in the current financial year alone. While it remains to be seen what these releases will bring, fans of The Lord of the Rings franchise can only hope that future games will better meet expectations.

The failure of The Lord of the Rings: Gollum serves as a reminder that even with the best intentions, not every project can succeed. Daedalic's decision to shift their focus to publishing may be a necessary step towards recovery and future success. For now, fans of the franchise will have to wait and see what other adventures await them in Middle-earth.

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