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'We Are Not Considering Elden Ring 2,' Says FromSoftware's Miyazaki
Tuesday, December 3, 2024 - 1:22pm | 344FromSoftware's award-winning Elden Ring is a franchise fans won't need to say goodbye to just yet, but don't expect a direct sequel. In a recent interview with Japanese outlet Game Watch, Hidetaka Miyazaki, the studio’s acclaimed creator, confirmed that Elden Ring 2 is not part of the company...
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Elden Ring Creator Hidetaka Miyazaki Teases 'Various New Projects' In Development
Friday, November 22, 2024 - 12:11pm | 339Hidetaka Miyazaki, the director of Elden Ring and president of FromSoftware, apologized to fans for the long wait for the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC while accepting the Best Game Expansion award during the Golden Joystick Awards. In a video message, Miyazaki expressed gratitude to fans for their...
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Kadokawa CEO Confirms Sony's Buyout Interest: 'No Decision Has Been Made'
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 - 4:44pm | 375Kadokawa Corporation has confirmed that Sony Group Corp. (NYSE:SONY) has sent a letter of intent to acquire shares in the company, but no decision has been made yet. In a brief update from CEO Takeshi Natsuno, Kadokawa said: “There are some articles on the acquisition of Kadokawa Corporation...
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Sony In Talks To Acquire Elden Ring Publisher Kadokawa: Report
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 - 12:40pm | 364Sony Group Corp. (NYSE:SONY) is reportedly in discussions to acquire Kadokawa Corporation, the Japanese media powerhouse known for its extensive portfolio of anime, manga, and video games, including the global hit Elden Ring. Two sources familiar with the matter told Reuters that negotiations are...
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Surge In Bandai Namco's Q1 Sales: What's Driving The 24.8% Growth?
Thursday, August 8, 2024 - 3:42pm | 368Bandai Namco Hldgs ADR (OTC:NCBDY) has announced a strong financial performance for the first quarter of fiscal year 2024, with impressive gains in both net sales and profits. According to GamesIndustry.biz, for the period ending June 30, 2024, the company reported a 24.8% increase in net sales,...
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George R. R. Martin Fuels Rumors About Elden Ring Movie Or TV Show
Monday, July 1, 2024 - 12:39pm | 447George R. R. Martin, the renowned author of the Game of Thrones series, has hinted at a possible adaptation of the popular video game Elden Ring into a movie or TV show. In a recent blog post, Martin, who contributed to the worldbuilding of Elden Ring, wrote about his recent accolades and subtly...
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Elden Ring's 'Shadow Of The Erdtree' DLC Sells 5 Million Copies: Creator Open To Movie Adaptation
Friday, June 28, 2024 - 3:12pm | 609The highly anticipated “Shadow of the Erdtree” expansion for Elden Ring has sold five million copies within just three days of its release. This latest addition to the Elden Ring universe, launched on June 20 across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X and S, has clearly struck a chord...
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Elden Ring Director Vows To Shield FromSoftware From Gaming Industry Layoffs: 'I Would Not Let That Happen'
Tuesday, June 18, 2024 - 2:24pm | 424FromSoftware president Hidetaka Miyazaki addressed the ongoing issue of layoffs in the video game industry, asserting his commitment to protecting his studio. Amid mass layoffs at major companies like Embracer Group AB (OTC:THQQF), Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:MSFT), and Sony Group Corp. (NYSE:SONY),...
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Elden Ring DLC Leaks Prompt FromSoftware To Urge Fans: 'Please Be Mindful Of Spoilers'
Monday, June 17, 2024 - 1:53pm | 407Sony Group Corp.‘s (NYSE:SONY) FromSoftware, the developer of Elden Ring, has urged fans to avoid spoiling the upcoming expansion, Shadow of the Erdtree, after significant details, including the final boss fight, were leaked online. “With the release of the expansion of Elden Ring,...
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Elden Ring Surpasses 25 Million Sales As Shadow Of The Erdtree DLC Nears Release
Thursday, June 13, 2024 - 3:24pm | 318Elden Ring has reached a major milestone, selling 25 million units just ahead of its upcoming expansion, Shadow of the Erdtree, which is set to release on June 21, 2024. Developer FromSoftware shared this news on X/Twitter, expressing gratitude to the fans. The game had already sold 23 million...
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FromSoftware's Miyazaki Admits 'Room For Improvement' If Players Rely On Guides In Elden Ring
Wednesday, June 12, 2024 - 4:08pm | 351Elden Ring creator Hidetaka Miyazaki recently discussed the use of guides in Sony Group Corp.’s (NYSE:SONY) FromSoftware games, calling it “a perfectly valid playstyle.” He acknowledged that while the studio knows players often use guides, they aim for players to experience their...
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Elden Ring Player Count Skyrockets Following Shadow Of The Erdtree Trailer Release
Monday, March 4, 2024 - 1:52pm | 286The release of the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion trailer for Elden Ring, developed by Sony Group Corp.'s (NYSE: SONY) FromSoftware, has sparked a notable increase in player engagement. According to data from the player-tracking website SteamDB (via IGN), Elden Ring has experienced a surge in...
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Elden Ring Sales Still Booming: 23 Million Copies In Two Years
Thursday, February 22, 2024 - 5:16pm | 422Bandai Namco Hldgs ADR (OTCMKTS: NCBDY) disclosed that its Elden Ring reached a milestone of 23 million sales just days before its second anniversary. This figure marked an increase from the previously reported 20 million sales a year after its launch and included physical...
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Elden Ring's Shadow Of The Erdtree DLC Set For Summer Release: What To Expect
Wednesday, February 21, 2024 - 1:06pm | 415FromSoftware Inc.'s highly anticipated Elden Ring DLC, titled "Shadow of the Erdtree," is set to release on June 21, nearly two years after the game's original launch. This DLC will be available on various platforms including Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS4, PS5, and PC, promising...
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Tencent Develops Elden Ring Mobile To Revitalize Gaming Portfolio: Report
Wednesday, February 7, 2024 - 5:06pm | 441China's Tencent Holdings ADR (OTC: TCEHY) is reportedly developing a mobile version of the popular action role-playing game Elden Ring by FromSoftware, in a bid to revitalize its gaming portfolio. However, since acquiring licensing rights in 2022 and establishing a team for the project, "...