Elden Ring Boss Dashes Hopes for Elden Ring 2 (But Not Forever)

As a seasoned gamer with countless hours under my belt, I must admit that the latest news about Elden Ring 2 has left me both intrigued and puzzled. On one hand, it’s heartening to know that the world of Elden Ring may not have seen its last days yet. On the other, the uncertainty surrounding a potential sequel is a bit like dangling a carrot just out of reach – tantalizingly close, yet frustratingly elusive.

The anticipation for a potential sequel to Elden Ring has suffered a significant blow following recent remarks by the game’s director. Since its release in 2022, Elden Ring has become one of the most successful video games ever made. It was showered with numerous Game of the Year awards and has sold close to 30 million copies across all available platforms. Given the massive success of Elden Ring, fans have expected a sequel from developer FromSoftware. However, recent comments suggest that this might not be a top priority for them.

As a dedicated gamer speaking about my beloved Elden Ring, I recently learned from Hidetaka Miyazaki, the game’s director, that FromSoftware isn’t thinking about a sequel right now. However, there’s definitely room for Elden Ring to grow in some shape or form down the line. It’s all speculation at this point, but it seems like we might see more of Elden Ring in various forms such as a new game, a TV series, a movie, or something completely unexpected. So, while we may not have a sequel on the horizon, there’s no denying that the Elden Ring saga could continue in exciting ways!

It’s highly likely over time that we’ll see a sequel to Elden Ring. FromSoftware appears keen on revisiting the Elden Ring universe, and given the success of the original game, Bandai Namco is likely to encourage them to develop a follow-up. In fact, it would be more unexpected if Elden Ring 2 wasn’t announced rather than if it were.

One potential issue with the possibility of Elden Ring 2 is connected to its developer, FromSoftware, which is owned by Kadokawa. Recently, it’s been reported that Kadokawa could be acquired by Sony within a month. However, this deal hasn’t been finalized yet. If it does go through, Sony might gain control over FromSoftware, potentially affecting the licensing agreements for Elden Ring. It’s important to note that FromSoftware owns the intellectual property (IP) for Elden Ring outright, which means a sequel could potentially be published by any company, not just Bandai Namco.

Independent of what lies ahead, the DLC titled “Shadow of the Erdtree” from Elden Ring was launched earlier this year and essentially stands as a new game in its own right. This expansion has garnered such a massive following that it’s been nominated for Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2024, an event scheduled for December 12th next week.

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2024-12-04 00:39