Elden Ring Confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2 Launch in 2025
Nintendo made an exciting announcement during today's Switch 2 Direct presentation, revealing that FromSoftware's critically acclaimed open-world RPG will be coming to the next-generation console. While technical comparisons to existing versions remain unclear, the showcase confirms the Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition will reach Nintendo players later this year.
Since its February 2022 launch, Elden Ring has become a cultural phenomenon, achieving remarkable sales of 13 million copies in its first month and reaching nearly 29 million units sold to date. The game's impact has spawned creative gameplay challenges, including viral boss fights completed using the Nintendo Switch Ring Fit controller, along with competitive speedrunning communities. The 2023 expansion Shadow of the Erdtree continued this success, while the upcoming cooperative spin-off Elden Ring: Nightreign shows promise based on recent public test sessions.
In IGN's perfect 10/10 review, we praised: "Elden Ring represents a monumental evolution of FromSoftware's Souls formula, delivering punishing combat within a breathtaking open world that rewards player freedom." The expansion Shadow of the Erdtree also earned top marks: "Much like the base game, this DLC redefines expectations for single-player expansions, condensing Elden Ring's brilliance into a focused 20-25 hour experience packed with fresh challenges."
FromSoftware hasn't disclosed specific release details or outlined how the Tarnished Edition might differentiate from previous versions. For complete coverage of today's Nintendo Switch 2 Direct announcements, check our full breakdown.
