Latest updates, patches and community highlights
One week into Patch 1.7, the Endless Gauntlet community pushes the wave record to 103. Colosseum duel activity surges 62% as Oracular armor debate continues. Duskbloods network test buzz builds.
Read More →One week into Patch 1.7, Colosseum activity surges 62%. Oracular armor balance splits PvP and PvE communities. Endless Gauntlet mode draws praise with wave-87 record.
Read More →FromSoftware announces the network test for The Duskbloods, a PvPvE action game exclusive to Switch 2, running from August 21-24.
Read More →Dataminers uncover references to new Oracular armor sets, Colosseum map updates with environmental hazards, and a mysterious Endless Gauntlet boss rush modifier in latest game files.
Read More →One week into Patch 1.6, greataxes dominate PvE Boss Rush leaderboards while Colosseum PvP reaches its healthiest state. Speedrunners targeting sub-20 as player counts hold at 78K peak concurrent.
Read More →GinoMachino's 21:34 record stands as the community optimizes new strats toward the 20-minute mark. Patch 1.6 concurrent player count holds strong at 55% above pre-patch levels.
Read More →GinoMachino sets new Boss Rush world record at 21:34 as the community targets the 20-minute barrier. Over 1.2M players have attempted the new mode since Patch 1.6 launch.
Read More →FromSoftware rolls out Nightreign update 1.6 with Boss Rush mode, comprehensive weapon balance changes, quality-of-life improvements, and Duskbloods expansion update.
Read More →Saoirse Ronan officially closes her deal to portray Queen Marika as Alex Garland's Elden Ring film accelerates toward a 2027 production start. Casting sessions for Radahn, Malenia, and Godfrey underway.
Read More →The Elden Ring community rides a wave of creative energy following Alex Garland's movie announcement, with massive fan art challenges, cosplay events, and discussion threads.
Read More →Alex Garland has completed the first draft of the Elden Ring screenplay with Hidetaka Miyazaki serving as creative consultant. Saoirse Ronan and Paul Mescal in final negotiations to lead the cast.
Read More →Saoirse Ronan reportedly in final negotiations to play Queen Marika, Paul Mescal rumored as the Tarnished. Production expected to begin in early 2027.
Read More →Actor Peter Serafinowicz, known for Dark Souls death sounds, reveals how a chance encounter with Alex Garland led to his role in the Elden Ring movie.
Read More →Visionary director Alex Garland (Ex Machina, Civil War) confirmed to write and direct an Elden Ring feature film. Miyazaki serving as creative consultant.
Read More →Katsuhiro Harada recounts a touching exchange where Miyazaki humbly downplayed his own game knowledge, offering a rare glimpse into the Elden Ring director's modest character.
Read More →Speedrunners shatter Boss Rush records with sub-25 minute runs. The 24-minute barrier may not stand for long as the community optimizes new greataxe builds.
Read More →One week post-patch, player counts remain 55% above pre-patch levels. Greataxe dominance stabilizes in Colosseum while speedrunners shatter Boss Rush records.
Read More →Three days after Patch 1.5, greataxe and flail rebalancing has transformed colosseum duels. PvP activity surges 45% with Boss Rush mode driving record engagement.
Read More →Two days after the landmark patch, Colosseum duel activity surges 45%. Greataxes and flails dominate the new competitive landscape.
Read More →One day after the landmark patch dropped, active players have surged 60%. Players discover hidden Torment-tier boss encounters and exclusive rewards.
Read More →FromSoftware's latest patch adds a Boss Rush mode, rebalances greataxes and flails, and improves performance across all platforms.
Read More →Over 120,000 fans cast ballots in a community poll. Pirate-themed souls-like dominates at 34%, sci-fi horror and feudal Japan also top contenders.
Read More →Following the new IP confirmation, community speculation runs rampant. Pirate-themed souls-like leads fan theories while sci-fi horror remains a dark horse candidate.
Read More →Hidetaka Miyazaki confirms FromSoftware is developing a yet-unannounced new game, sparking speculation about pirate-themed souls-like or a brand new IP direction.
Read More →Kadokawa investors pressure FromSoftware to focus on sequels and established IPs. Miyazaki reaffirms commitment to creative freedom and development autonomy, promising continued quality.
Read More →FromSoftware officially reveals Elden Ring Tarnished Edition for Switch 2 launching September 2026, alongside The Duskbloods closed beta this summer.
Read More →Pre-orders for Elden Ring Tarnished Edition on Switch 2 go live. Duskbloods expansion rumors circulate around Xbox Games Showcase.
Read More →FromSoftware confirms Tarnished Edition on Switch 2 ships as a download code card rather than a physical cartridge, sparking collector backlash and industry debate.
Read More →New gameplay trailer for The Duskbloods revealed at SGF 2026. The 8-player PvPvE souls-like showcased expanded features and competitive mechanics, while Tarnished Edition playable demo drew crowds at Bandai Namco's booth.
Read More →Sony's State of Play came and went without any FromSoftware appearance, leaving Elden Ring fans to pin their hopes on Summer Game Fest this weekend for potential Duskbloods updates or new IP reveals.
Read More →Sony's State of Play featured Marvel's Wolverine and God of War: Laufey but no FromSoftware. Now Summer Game Fest this weekend becomes the next big hope for Elden Ring fans.
Read More →With Summer Game Fest approaching, sources indicate FromSoftware may reveal details on multiple ongoing projects including a new IP and the Duskbloods expansion timeline.
Read More →Corporate strategy report suggests Elden Ring may expand into anime, merchandise, and spin-off titles following the success of the Tarnished Edition.
Read More →Hidetaka Miyazaki opens up about Elden Ring's legacy, The Duskbloods on Switch 2, and FromSoftware's plans for new original IPs in a rare extensive interview.
Read More →Speedrunner GinoMachino shatters the any% glitchless world record with a 28:47 run, pushing the boundaries of competitive Elden Ring.
Read More →In a new Famitsu interview, Hidetaka Miyazaki reveals FromSoftware is exploring new original IPs beyond Elden Ring and The Duskbloods.
Read More →FromSoftware releases urgent PC optimization patch for Steam version, addressing frame drops, crashes, graphical glitches — recommended for all players.
Read More →Crystal Dynamics confirms the next Tomb Raider game draws inspiration from Elden Ring's boss design philosophy for more challenging encounters.
Read More →New gameplay details for FromSoftware's first Nintendo-exclusive title in 23 years reveal a dark fantasy battleground where 8 players fight for survival in an interconnected arena.
Read More →A player achieves a jaw-dropping 128,788 single-hit damage against Starscourge Radahn on NG+5, setting a new community damage record through precise build optimization.
Read More →A new Elden Ring player goes viral after smashing his controller against an early-game boss, sparking hilarious reactions across the gaming community.
Read More →Grammy-winning artist The Weeknd posted photos of a dinner with FromSoftware's president and NieR creator Yoko Taro, sending the gaming community into a frenzy of collaboration speculation.
Read More →FromSoftware announces official PvP tournament with exclusive in-game rewards, balance patch 1.18, and a special developer Q&A celebrating Elden Ring's 4th anniversary.
Read More →Industry intelligence narrows the launch window for Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition on Switch 2 to fall 2026, with complete Shadow of the Erdtree experience and platform-exclusive features.
Read More →FromSoftware returns to Nintendo-exclusive development for the first time since 2003. The Duskbloods brings 8-player PvPvE souls-like action to Switch 2, marking a historic milestone.
Read More →Elden Ring's Steam concurrent player count surges past 80,000 as excitement builds for the Tarnished Edition on Switch 2, with multiplayer activity and modding scene experiencing a major resurgence.
Read More →PNP Games lists Elden Ring Tarnished Edition for Switch 2 at $80.99, offering the clearest price indication yet for FromSoftware's upcoming port featuring Shadow of the Erdtree DLC.
Read More →Kadokawa financial report reveals FromSoftware is working on multiple projects in parallel for 2026, including Tarnished Edition, Duskbloods, and other unannounced titles.
Read More →Kadokawa reaffirms that Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition and The Duskbloods expansion are on track for 2026 release.
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