FromSoftware and Nintendo have announced that Elden Ring Tarnished Edition will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 on August 28, 2026.
What the Tarnished Edition Includes
The $79.99 bundle expands the original game with a suite of additions designed to refresh the experience on the new hardware.
- Elden Ring base game plus the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion.
- Two exclusive armor sets, one echoing Lucatiel from Dark Souls 2.
- Customization options for the mount Torrent.
- Two brand‑new starter classes: the Heavy Knight and the Knight of Idles.
- Additional weapons and gear for late‑game challenges.
Standalone DLC for Existing Players
Bandai Namco confirmed that the same content will be sold separately as the Tarnished Pack DLC, priced around $3.99.
The DLC becomes available on the same day across PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S, ensuring the enhancements are not locked to Nintendo hardware.
Market Impact and Community Reaction
With Elden Ring and its expansion already exceeding 40 million combined sales and a forthcoming film adaptation, the Tarnished Edition aims to inject fresh momentum into the franchise’s extensive player base.
Whether newcomers will opt for the full bundle or veterans will purchase the stand‑alone pack remains to be seen, but the added classes and gear give longtime fans tangible reasons to revisit the Lands Between.
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