Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition on Switch 2 Shows Visual Improvements at Milan Games Week 2025
FromSoftware's critically acclaimed action RPG, Elden Ring, is set to make its highly anticipated debut on Nintendo’s upcoming Switch 2 hardware as Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition.
While fans are eager for the full release, which remains scheduled for 2026 following a delay announced by FromSoftware in October, recent showcases at major gaming expos continue to shine a light on the title’s progress.
During Milan Games Week 2025, new hands-on footage of Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition surfaced, recorded by content creator Corey Da Flame and shared by Nintenderos.
The video presents over-the-shoulder gameplay from the game's opening segment—identical to earlier Switch 2 demonstrations.
While off-screen captures are not an ideal method for assessing visual fidelity or frame rate, the latest footage highlights improvements that surpass initial handheld impressions. Compared to the early builds viewed just after the Nintendo Direct announcement, the Switch 2 port is exhibiting noticeable enhancements.
Initial hands-on experiences cited rough edges, particularly in handheld mode, but subsequent docked gameplay and now the demo at Milan Games Week point toward ongoing optimization efforts.
The visual presentation now appears sharper, with refined textures and steadier performance that bring it closer to expectations set by other leading platforms—albeit still distinct from the PlayStation 5 version. FromSoftware, known for their meticulous approach to porting and optimization, reiterated their commitment to quality by postponing the Tarnished Edition’s launch, originally planned for 2025.
The publisher explained that additional time was required to ensure the Switch 2 release would meet their high standards and deliver a faithful Elden Ring experience.
As of November 2024, the new release window remains broadly set for 2026. The consistent presence of Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition at industry events like Milan Games Week keeps anticipation high within the Nintendo community.
With sales of the original Elden Ring surpassing 20 million copies worldwide and FromSoftware earning multiple Game of the Year accolades, expectations for the Switch 2 version are substantial.
Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition remains in development, with the gaming community eagerly awaiting its official launch on Nintendo Switch 2 and continued updates via Nintendo Direct and the eShop. Stay tuned for further updates as more playable builds surface and FromSoftware shares official details about Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition’s progress on the Nintendo Switch 2.
While fans are eager for the full release, which remains scheduled for 2026 following a delay announced by FromSoftware in October, recent showcases at major gaming expos continue to shine a light on the title’s progress.
During Milan Games Week 2025, new hands-on footage of Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition surfaced, recorded by content creator Corey Da Flame and shared by Nintenderos.
The video presents over-the-shoulder gameplay from the game's opening segment—identical to earlier Switch 2 demonstrations.
While off-screen captures are not an ideal method for assessing visual fidelity or frame rate, the latest footage highlights improvements that surpass initial handheld impressions. Compared to the early builds viewed just after the Nintendo Direct announcement, the Switch 2 port is exhibiting noticeable enhancements.
Initial hands-on experiences cited rough edges, particularly in handheld mode, but subsequent docked gameplay and now the demo at Milan Games Week point toward ongoing optimization efforts.
The visual presentation now appears sharper, with refined textures and steadier performance that bring it closer to expectations set by other leading platforms—albeit still distinct from the PlayStation 5 version. FromSoftware, known for their meticulous approach to porting and optimization, reiterated their commitment to quality by postponing the Tarnished Edition’s launch, originally planned for 2025.
The publisher explained that additional time was required to ensure the Switch 2 release would meet their high standards and deliver a faithful Elden Ring experience.
As of November 2024, the new release window remains broadly set for 2026. The consistent presence of Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition at industry events like Milan Games Week keeps anticipation high within the Nintendo community.
With sales of the original Elden Ring surpassing 20 million copies worldwide and FromSoftware earning multiple Game of the Year accolades, expectations for the Switch 2 version are substantial.
Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition remains in development, with the gaming community eagerly awaiting its official launch on Nintendo Switch 2 and continued updates via Nintendo Direct and the eShop. Stay tuned for further updates as more playable builds surface and FromSoftware shares official details about Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition’s progress on the Nintendo Switch 2.
