Overview of Elden Ring’s Sales Performance
- Elden Ring has impressively sold 28.6 million units, bolstered by the launch of the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC.
- This figure marks a significant increase of 3.6 million since June, with additional sales likely by the end of 2024.
Elden Ring, developed by FromSoftware, has surpassed 28 million copies sold since its launch in 2022. The action RPG has benefitted from the release of the acclaimed DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree, which has reignited interest in the game and paved the way for a new title set in the same universe.
Upon its initial release, Elden Ring captivated players as it followed the journey of the Tarnished across the expansive and mystical Lands Between. The game was not only commercially successful but also received numerous industry accolades, including multiple Game of the Year awards. The recent launch of Shadow of the Erdtree in June 2024 further stimulated interest through its positive reviews and enriched the overall sales of the base game.
FromSoftware announced on December 13 that Elden Ring’s sales figures had climbed to 28.6 million as of September 2024, following an earlier report in June that stated the game had sold 25 million copies. This increase of 3.6 million units over the course of three months highlights the impressive impact of the DLC’s release. Additionally, Elden Ring’s DLC received several nominations at The Game Awards 2024, notably for Game of the Year, a category traditionally dominated by standalone titles.
Insights into Elden Ring’s Outstanding Sales Achievement
The recent sales update reflects the sustained excitement surrounding Elden Ring, two years post-launch. As fans eagerly await Elden Ring: Nightreign—scheduled for a 2025 release—there is anticipation for a fresh perspective on the franchise. This title marks a departure, being directed by Junya Ishizaki instead of the series’ founder, Hidetaka Miyazaki.
What sets Elden Ring: Nightreign apart is its emphasis on survival co-op gameplay. Ishizaki has clarified that, while it will feature online multiplayer, it will not adopt the live-service model seen in games like Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League. As interest in Nightreign grows following its early announcement, industry observers are keen to see if it can replicate the success of its predecessors.
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