"Elden Ring Set for Nintendo Switch 2 Release in 2025"

Elden Ring is set to make its way to the Nintendo Switch 2 in 2025, a revelation that has sent waves of excitement through the gaming community. Announced during Nintendo's Switch 2 Direct, this news marks a significant moment for fans eager to experience FromSoftware's acclaimed open-world masterpiece on a new platform. While details on how the Switch 2 version will compare to its counterparts on other systems remain under wraps, the inclusion of Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition in today's presentation has sparked anticipation for its arrival later this year.

Since its launch in February 2022, Elden Ring has not only captivated players but has also become a cultural phenomenon. The game sold over 13 million copies within its first month and has since reached nearly 29 million units sold. Its impact extends beyond sales, with players tackling bosses using unconventional methods like the Nintendo Switch Ring Fit controller and engaging in ambitious speedrunning challenges. The game's legacy continued with the release of the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC in 2023, which was met with critical acclaim. Additionally, the upcoming cooperative spin-off, Elden Ring: Nightreign, has shown promising results during early public network test sessions.

In our comprehensive 10/10 review, IGN praised Elden Ring, stating, "Elden Ring is a massive iteration on what FromSoftware began with the Souls series, bringing its relentlessly challenging combat to an incredible open world that gives us the freedom to choose our own path." The Shadow of the Erdtree DLC also received a perfect score from us: "Like the base game did before it, Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree raises the bar for single-player DLC expansions. It takes everything that made the base game such a landmark RPG, condenses it into a relatively compact 20-25 hour campaign, and provides fantastic new challenges for heavily invested fans to chew on."

While FromSoftware has yet to disclose a specific release date for Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition on the Switch 2, nor has it detailed how this version will differ from previous iterations, the anticipation continues to build. For those looking to stay updated on all the announcements from today's Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, you can find more information right here.