Elden Ring Tarnished Edition Announced for Nintendo Switch 2: Release Date, Features, and Film Adaptation Details

Bandai Namco Entertainment’s critically acclaimed action RPG, Elden Ring, will make its debut on the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 in 2025.

The announcement, made in conjunction with the reveal of a live-action film adaptation, signals a major expansion for both the game’s reach and its evolving cultural footprint. Elden Ring, developed by FromSoftware and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment, originally launched in February 2022 to widespread acclaim.

The title rapidly achieved over 28 million units sold worldwide, earning a reputation for its immersive dark fantasy world, challenging dungeons, and formidable boss battles.

The combination of Hidetaka Miyazaki’s direction and narrative collaboration with acclaimed author George R.

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Martin set a new standard for the action RPG genre. The newly unveiled Elden Ring Tarnished Edition promises to deliver the full Elden Ring experience on the forthcoming Nintendo Switch 2 hardware.

This edition will include the highly praised Shadow of the Erdtree downloadable content, alongside additional gameplay features such as new character classes, weapons, armor sets, and skills.

Bandai Namco Entertainment has confirmed that the Elden Ring Tarnished Edition will be available both physically at retail and digitally via the Nintendo eShop, catering to the broad install base expected for Nintendo Switch 2 players. The expansion to the Nintendo ecosystem marks a significant achievement for both FromSoftware and Nintendo.

Historically, FromSoftware’s flagship titles have been absent from Nintendo platforms, making this release a notable milestone.

The inclusion of all major downloadable content and gameplay enhancements underscores Bandai Namco Entertainment’s commitment to delivering a comprehensive package tailored for the Nintendo Switch 2 audience. In tandem with the platform news, Bandai Namco Entertainment and film studio A24 announced a collaborative live-action adaptation of Elden Ring, with Alex Garland (renowned for Ex Machina and Civil War) attached as both writer and director.

The film is set to be produced by industry veterans Peter Rice, Andrew Macdonald, Allon Reich of DNA, George R.

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Martin, and Vince Gerardis.

In a joint statement, the creative team noted their enthusiasm for bringing the lore-rich Lands Between to cinema audiences, promising a faithful and ambitious adaptation. With the official trailer for Elden Ring Tarnished Edition generating anticipation, and the film adaptation mobilized by award-winning talent, 2025 is poised to be a landmark year for Elden Ring and its ever-growing community.

For more updates on Elden Ring Tarnished Edition, Shadow of the Erdtree content, and the live-action film, follow Bandai Namco Entertainment, A24, and the Nintendo eShop.

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