Kadokawa's latest financial report reassures fans that the Tarnished Edition and The Duskbloods expansion remain on track.
For Elden Ring fans who have been anxiously waiting for official word on the Tarnished Edition for Nintendo Switch 2, the wait is finally over — at least in terms of reassurance. FromSoftware's parent company Kadokawa Corporation has released its latest financial report, and buried within the pages is a clear confirmation: Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition is still slated for a 2026 release.
The Tarnished Edition has been somewhat shrouded in mystery since its initial announcement. While details have been sparse — leading to speculation among the community about potential delays — this official reaffirmation from Kadokawa should put most concerns to rest. The report explicitly mentions both Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition and The Duskbloods as key titles in their 2026 release pipeline.
According to industry analysts, the Tarnished Edition is expected to include the base game along with the massive Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, all optimized for Nintendo's new hardware. While some rumors have pointed toward a December 2026 launch window and a premium price tag of around $70, none of these figures have been officially confirmed by Kadokawa or Bandai Namco.
One particularly intriguing aspect of this announcement is what it means for The Duskbloods. This mysterious title, first teased alongside the Tarnished Edition, has been the subject of intense speculation. Some believe it could be a brand-new expansion set in the Elden Ring universe, while others think it might be a standalone spin-off similar to the recently released Nightreign. Either way, its inclusion in the financial report suggests development is progressing well.
For the massive Elden Ring community — which still maintains impressive player counts on Steam with over 50,000 concurrent players daily — this news means the Lands Between will continue to receive attention and new content well into 2026 and beyond. As more details emerge, we'll be updating our comprehensive Elden Ring guide section with all the latest Tarnished Edition and Duskbloods information.