Elden Ring Tarnished Edition and DLC Arrive August 28
Elden Ring's Tarnished Edition, including the base game and Shadow of the Erdtree, launches August 28, 2026, alongside a new DLC pack for all platforms.
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Elden Ring Tarnished Edition preorders are live for Switch 2, so hide your summer plans
The Elden Ring Tarnished Edition, bundling the base game and the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion with new extras, is now available for digital pre-order on Nintendo Switch 2 and will launch on August 28, 2026. This edition will also be available separately for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The article also speculates on how the demanding game will perform on the new Nintendo hardware.
New Elden Ring Footage Seemingly Showcases Switch 2 Performance, And It Looks Good
New footage, potentially showcasing Elden Ring's performance on the Nintendo Switch 2, has been released. The game is set to launch on August 28th, and the video appears to show stable gameplay with some minor visual compromises compared to the PlayStation 5 version. Bandai Namco has been contacted for confirmation regarding the footage's origin.
Brand new direct-feed Elden Ring Nintendo Switch 2 footage released
FromSoftware has released new direct-feed gameplay footage for Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition on the Nintendo Switch 2, following its release date announcement. The port, originally planned for 2025, has been delayed to August 28, 2026, to ensure more stable performance. The footage showcases the game's visuals and appears to run without major issues.
Elden Ring's New Tarnished DLC Pack Locked in for August
FromSoftware is releasing a paid DLC pack for Elden Ring called The Tarnished DLC Pack on August 28, 2026. This pack will include new classes, armor sets, and mount customization options for the base game and the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion. The content will be available for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch versions.
Elden Ring Tarnished Edition Heads to Switch 2 in August
Elden Ring Tarnished Edition, including the base game and the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, will launch for the Nintendo Switch on August 28, 2026. The physical release will be a game-key card cartridge priced at $79.99. The DLC pack will also be available for other systems on the same day.
Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition Will Finally Rise On Switch 2 This August
Bandai Namco Entertainment has announced that Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition will be released for the Nintendo Switch on August 28, 2026. This edition includes the base game and its DLC, with the Switch version featuring a new character class and special outfits for Torrent. The game's performance on the platform has reportedly improved since initial previews.
New Elden Ring DLC and Nintendo Switch 2 Tarnished Edition finally get a release date
The Elden Ring Tarnished Edition is set to release on Nintendo Switch 2 on August 28, 2026, with the Tarnished Pack DLC also launching on all platforms the same day. The port experienced delays for performance adjustments, but recent impressions suggest significant improvements.
Elden Ring Tarnished Edition launches August 28
Bandai Namco Entertainment announced that Elden Ring Tarnished Edition will launch for the Nintendo Switch on August 28. This edition is specifically for the new console, with details on its features yet to be fully revealed.