Elden Ring coming to Switch 2 expands accessibility for a huge audience because bringing one of the most acclaimed open-world RPGs to Nintendo's portable hybrid lets a whole new wave of players experience the Lands Between on the go. The Tarnished Edition packaging is also a great deal for newcomers since bundling the base game with the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion plus exclusive Torrent customization gives Switch 2 players a complete package right out of the gate. The Tarnished Pack DLC for existing platforms is a smart inclusion too because letting current owners on PS5, Xbox, and PC also access the new content respects the existing fanbase and keeps the player community unified. And the two new starting classes add real value for returning players because fresh class options give veterans a reason to start a new playthrough and experiment with builds they haven't tried before.

It's almost time to embark upon a sprawling quest in the Lands Between once again, because Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition officially has a release date for Nintendo Switch 2. FromSoftware's acclaimed open-world game makes its way to Nintendo's latest console on August 28. The Switch 2 port was originally planned for 2025 before being pushed back to this year.

About Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition

Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition packs the base game with the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion and exclusive new armor and customization features for Torrent. There's also new equipment and two new starting classes.

For those who already have Elden Ring but want the new content introduced in Tarnished Edition, the Tarnished Pack DLC launches on the same day across other platforms.

Platform Availability

Elden Ring is currently available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and PC. There's also a live-action movie adaptation in the works at A24, with Alex Garland directing.

Release Information

Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition launches on Nintendo Switch 2 on August 28, with the Tarnished Pack DLC arriving on existing platforms the same day.

How are you feeling about Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition finally hitting Nintendo Switch 2? Is the bundled Shadow of the Erdtree content what's selling you on the August 28 release, or are the two new starting classes the part that's pulling you back in for another playthrough? Let us know in the comments.