Elden Ring News

Latest updates, patches and community highlights

SPEEDRUN RECORD
June 27, 2026

Elden Ring Nightreign Speedrunners Break 25-Min Barrier in Patch 1.5 Boss Rush

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.

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PLAYER RETENTION
June 26, 2026

Elden Ring Nightreign Player Count Holds Strong 1 Week After Patch 1.5 — Colosseum Meta Settles

One week post-patch, player counts remain 55% above pre-patch levels. Greataxe dominance stabilizes in Colosseum while speedrunners shatter Boss Rush records.

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PVP META ANALYSIS
June 22, 2026

Elden Ring Nightreign Patch 1.5 PvP Meta Analysis — Colosseum Activity Hits All-Time High

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.

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PVP META RESHAPED
June 21, 2026

Elden Ring Nightreign Patch 1.5 Reshapes PvP Meta — Colosseum Activity Hits All-Time High

Two days after the landmark patch, Colosseum duel activity surges 45%. Greataxes and flails dominate the new competitive landscape.

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PLAYER SURGE
June 20, 2026

Elden Ring Nightreign Update 1.5 Drives Player Surge, Community Uncovers Boss Rush Secrets

One day after the landmark patch dropped, active players have surged 60%. Players discover hidden Torment-tier boss encounters and exclusive rewards.

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PATCH 1.5
June 19, 2026

Elden Ring Nightreign Update 1.5 Brings New Boss Rush Mode and Balance Changes

FromSoftware's latest patch adds a Boss Rush mode, rebalances greataxes and flails, and improves performance across all platforms.

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COMMUNITY POLL
June 18, 2026

FromSoftware New IP Speculation Heats Up — Pirate Souls-Like Leads Community Vote

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.

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COMMUNITY
June 17, 2026

Elden Ring Community Reacts to FromSoftware New IP — Pirate Souls-Like Theory Dominates

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.

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BREAKING
June 14, 2026

FromSoftware Unannounced Game Confirmed in Development — Miyazaki Reveals New IP

Hidetaka Miyazaki confirms FromSoftware is developing a yet-unannounced new game, sparking speculation about pirate-themed souls-like or a brand new IP direction.

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FROM SOFTWARE
June 13, 2026

Kadokawa Investors Push FromSoftware for Sequels — Miyazaki Responds on Creative Freedom

Kadokawa investors pressure FromSoftware to focus on sequels and established IPs. Miyazaki reaffirms commitment to creative freedom and development autonomy, promising continued quality.

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SWITCH 2
June 12, 2026

Elden Ring Tarnished Edition Switch 2 Officially Announced — The Duskbloods Open Beta This Summer

FromSoftware officially reveals Elden Ring Tarnished Edition for Switch 2 launching September 2026, alongside The Duskbloods closed beta this summer.

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SWITCH 2
June 8, 2026

Elden Ring Tarnished Edition Switch 2 Pre-Orders Open — Duskbloods Expansion Rumors Surface

Pre-orders for Elden Ring Tarnished Edition on Switch 2 go live. Duskbloods expansion rumors circulate around Xbox Games Showcase.

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SWITCH 2
June 7, 2026

Elden Ring Tarnished Edition for Switch 2 Confirmed as Download Code — Fan Backlash Grows

FromSoftware confirms Tarnished Edition on Switch 2 ships as a download code card rather than a physical cartridge, sparking collector backlash and industry debate.

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SUMMER GAME FEST
June 6, 2026

Summer Game Fest 2026 — FromSoftware Shows New Duskbloods Trailer, Elden Ring Fans Have Mixed Feelings

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.

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SUMMER GAME FEST
June 4, 2026

Elden Ring Fans Turn to Summer Game Fest After Quiet State of Play — What to Expect This Weekend

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.

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SUMMER GAME FEST
June 3, 2026

State of Play Passes Without FromSoftware — All Eyes on Summer Game Fest This Weekend

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.

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FROM SOFTWARE
June 2, 2026

FromSoftware Teases Multiple Projects in Development at Summer Game Fest 2026

With Summer Game Fest approaching, sources indicate FromSoftware may reveal details on multiple ongoing projects including a new IP and the Duskbloods expansion timeline.

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BANDAI NAMCO
June 1, 2026

Bandai Namco Hints at Elden Ring Franchise Expansion Beyond Video Games

Corporate strategy report suggests Elden Ring may expand into anime, merchandise, and spin-off titles following the success of the Tarnished Edition.

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FROM SOFTWARE
May 31, 2026

FromSoftware President Miyazaki Reflects on Elden Ring's 4-Year Legacy, Talks Future IPs

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.

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COMMUNITY RECORD
May 30, 2026

Elden Ring Community Sets New Speedrun Record — Any% Glitchless in Under 29 Minutes

Speedrunner GinoMachino shatters the any% glitchless world record with a 28:47 run, pushing the boundaries of competitive Elden Ring.

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FROM SOFTWARE
May 29, 2026

FromSoftware President Miyazaki Hints at New IP Beyond Elden Ring — "We Have Several Ideas"

In a new Famitsu interview, Hidetaka Miyazaki reveals FromSoftware is exploring new original IPs beyond Elden Ring and The Duskbloods.

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FROM SOFTWARE
May 28, 2026

Elden Ring PC Optimization Patch 1.16.2 Fixes Crashes and Stuttering

FromSoftware releases urgent PC optimization patch for Steam version, addressing frame drops, crashes, graphical glitches — recommended for all players.

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INDUSTRY
May 28, 2026

Tomb Raider Next Game Takes Boss Design Inspiration From Elden Ring

Crystal Dynamics confirms the next Tomb Raider game draws inspiration from Elden Ring's boss design philosophy for more challenging encounters.

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FROM SOFTWARE
May 27, 2026

FromSoftware Reveals The Duskbloods Details — 8-Player PvPvE Souls-like Coming to Switch 2

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.

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COMMUNITY RECORD
May 26, 2026

Elden Ring Player One-Shots Radahn in NG+5 for 128,788 Damage — New Damage Record

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.

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COMMUNITY
May 25, 2026

Elden Ring Newbie Rages So Hard He Shatters His Controller — Community Has a Field Day

A new Elden Ring player goes viral after smashing his controller against an early-game boss, sparking hilarious reactions across the gaming community.

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INDUSTRY
May 24, 2026

The Weeknd Dines With Hidetaka Miyazaki and Yoko Taro — Cross-Industry Dinner Sparks Speculation

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.

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COMMUNITY EVENT
May 23, 2026

Elden Ring Community Tournament Announced — FromSoftware Celebrates 4-Year Legacy

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.

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SWITCH 2
May 22, 2026

Elden Ring: Switch 2 Tarnished Edition Release Window Narrowed to Fall 2026

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.

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FROM SOFTWARE
May 21, 2026

FromSoftware Breaks 23-Year Nintendo Exclusivity Drought with The Duskbloods on Switch 2

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.

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COMMUNITY
May 20, 2026

Elden Ring Player Count Surges Past 80K Concurrent on Steam — Tarnished Edition Hype Drives Players Back

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.

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SWITCH 2
May 18, 2026

Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition Listed by Canadian Retailer at $80.99

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.

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DEVELOPMENT
May 17, 2026

FromSoftware's 2026 Pipeline: Multiple Projects Including Elden Ring, Duskbloods, and Unannounced Titles

Kadokawa financial report reveals FromSoftware is working on multiple projects in parallel for 2026, including Tarnished Edition, Duskbloods, and other unannounced titles.

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DLC
May 16, 2026

Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition Confirmed for 2026 Nintendo Switch 2 Launch

Kadokawa reaffirms that Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition and The Duskbloods expansion are on track for 2026 release.

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