UPDATE: FromSoftware has just announced a significant delay for the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 port of Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition, pushing its release from 2025 to 2026. The announcement, made on Thursday, indicates that while development is progressing, the studio requires additional time for crucial performance adjustments.
In a post shared on X, the official Elden Ring account emphasized that the decision aims to enhance the gaming experience for players eagerly awaiting to explore the Lands Between on the new console. “We apologize to players looking forward to the game and thank you for your patience and support,” the post stated, reflecting the studio’s commitment to quality.
The delay follows earlier concerns raised during Gamescom in August, where hands-on reports highlighted significant performance issues, including frame rate drops during gameplay. The Nintendo Switch 2 has been positioned as a capable platform for ports that the original Switch struggled to handle, with recent releases like Cyberpunk 2077 and Star Wars Outlaws showcasing its potential.
Despite these setbacks, the Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition will still include the base game and the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion upon release. As fans await further updates, the focus remains on ensuring that the final product meets the high expectations set by its predecessors.
As the gaming community processes this news, many are left wondering how this delay will impact the overall gaming landscape for the Nintendo Switch 2. With more time in development, FromSoftware aims to deliver a polished experience that lives up to the legacy of Elden Ring.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops, and prepare for what promises to be an epic addition to the Switch 2 library in 2026.
