Elden Ring
An epic dark fantasy action RPG set in the Lands Between, where Tarnished warriors seek to become the Elden Lord and restore the shattered Elden Ring.
Category
Game
Release Year
2022
Origin
Japan
Tags
dark fantasyaction RPGopen worldsouls-likeFromSoftware
Detailed Overview Information
Basic Information
Full Name
Elden Ring
Aliases
The Lands Between, Elden Ring Game
Type
Action RPG Video Game
Release Year
2022
Status
Active
Origin
Japan
Region
Not specified
Creation Information
Creator
Hidetaka Miyazaki (Director), George R.R. Martin (World Building)
Publisher
Bandai Namco Entertainment
Original Work
Video Game
Genre
Action RPG, Dark Fantasy, Open World, Souls-like
Content Information
Synopsis
In the Lands Between, the Elden Ring has been shattered and its shards scattered. Tarnished warriors return to claim the fragments and become the Elden Lord.
Main Characters
The Tarnished (Player), Melina, Queen Marika, Radagon, Godfrey, Ranni the Witch
Setting
The Lands Between - a mystical realm ruled by demigods and ancient powers
Themes
Power, corruption, ambition, death, rebirth, divine authority, free will
Target Audience
Mature gamers, fantasy enthusiasts, challenging game lovers
Media Forms
Video Games
Elden Ring (2022), Shadow of the Erdtree DLC (2024)
Merchandise
Figures, art books, soundtracks, collectibles
Digital Content
Trailers, gameplay videos, lore content
Books
Strategy guides, art books, lore compendiums
Commercial Information
Sales
Over 20 million copies sold worldwide
Revenue
Multi-billion dollar success
Awards
Game of the Year 2022, multiple industry awards
Critical Reception
Universal critical acclaim, 96/100 Metacritic score
Cultural Impact
Redefined open-world design, influenced game development industry
Fan Culture
Fanbase
Dedicated global community of Tarnished warriors
Communities
Reddit r/Eldenring, Discord servers, Steam forums
Events
Gaming conventions, speedrunning competitions, community challenges
Quotes
Rise, Tarnished!, Foul Tarnished!, The Loathsome Dung Eater!
Memes
Maidenless, Let me solo her, Try finger but hole
Cosplay
Popular character and boss cosplay at gaming conventions
Historical Development
2019
Elden Ring announced at E3 with George R.R. Martin collaboration
2021
Gameplay reveal and network test generate massive hype
2022
Wins Game of the Year at The Game Awards
2024
Shadow of the Erdtree DLC expands the world significantly
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