Elden Ring on the Nintendo Switch 2? Feels like the universe just can’t wait any longer. Yep, you heard right—Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition just got the go-ahead from those ESRB folks. I’m not saying throw a party, but maybe stock up on snacks. Back in April, they teased this new edition—promising not just the base game but also the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC and some goodies that are somehow still a secret.
Remember when FromSoftware kept dropping those patches and updates after the initial launch? Good times. The only real add-on was that killer Shadow of the Erdtree expansion in 2024, which, like, blew the roof off. It even snagged a Game of the Year nom—though shoutout to Astro Bot for taking the crown, right? Seriously though, we’re still waiting on some of that stuff they promised (like, come on?). But now with Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition aiming for the Nintendo Switch 2 in 2025, maybe we’re inching toward an actual release date. Fingers crossed.
Oh, speaking of neat sightings—My Nintendo News noticed that the ESRB gave this version an M rating. A step closer to launch? Let’s hope so. Rumor has it Bandai Namco’s Summer Showcase on July 2 might spill the beans on when we can actually get our hands on it. People are amped, but there’s this little snag, the physical edition’s just a Game-Key Card. So, no, you won’t get the full game on the cartridge. Boo.
So, what’s in Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition this time? We’re talking two fresh starting classes and way more customization. More shiny swords, too. New gadgets, probably (guessing here). Expectations are pretty high, especially after the not-so-booming success of their last release, Nightreign. Mixed reviews galore, mainly ’cause of no voice chat and weird pacing. What a rollercoaster.
And here’s a fun twist: George R.R. Martin himself gave the thumbs up for the Elden Ring movie. A24’s taking the reins, along with Alex Garland—you know the guy from Ex Machina and Annihilation fame. Details? A mystery right now. Just like when you forget why you walked into a room.
Man, I drifted. Anyway… or was it… back to Elden Ring. Yeah, the wait’s real, and the hype isn’t slowing. If you’re a fan, watch this space. And maybe, just maybe, we’ll all finally dive back into that epic world soon enough.
