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Housemarque bets on patience and momentum as Saros trails Returnal
gaming23 days ago

Housemarque bets on patience and momentum as Saros trails Returnal

Housemarque says Saros’ slower initial sales aren’t a failure and that the team will continue patching and listening to players to build momentum over time. It draws a parallel with FromSoftware’s long-building fanbase and emphasizes educating the market about its niche bullet ballet roguelikes to grow a loyal audience for each release, while acknowledging a crowded launch window and the need to avoid becoming a support studio or facing bankruptcy.

FromSoftware Chief Pushes Back on Sequels, Promises Valuable New Games
business28 days ago

FromSoftware Chief Pushes Back on Sequels, Promises Valuable New Games

FromSoftware president Hidetaka Miyazaki pushed back on investor demands for more sequels, saying the studio will focus on creating valuable new games without heavy reliance on sequels; there are only two officially announced titles on the schedule (The Duskbloods and a Switch 2 version of Elden Ring), with no current plans for Bloodborne 2 or Dark Souls IV.

Activist Investors Push FromSoftware Toward Self-Publishing Elden Ring
games28 days ago

Activist Investors Push FromSoftware Toward Self-Publishing Elden Ring

An activist investor group led by Oasis Management is pressuring Kadokawa to let FromSoftware self-publish its games, arguing Bandai Namco’s publishing deals dilute Kadokawa’s value despite Elden Ring’s global success. The bid targets Kadokawa’s CEO Takeshi Natsuno with a June 24 general meeting vote looming. While Oasis notes FromSoftware could face rights hurdles for certain franchises, the studio’s own The Duskbloods shows a potential self-publishing path, even as fans worry Oasis might meddle in development and strategy.

FromSoftware Chief Defends Creative Freedom as Kadokawa-Oasis Clash Intensifies
business28 days ago

FromSoftware Chief Defends Creative Freedom as Kadokawa-Oasis Clash Intensifies

Amid Kadokawa's power struggle with Oasis Management, FromSoftware president Hidetaka Miyazaki publicly affirmed a development environment that lets the studio create without heavy interference, signaling no immediate changes despite Oasis's calls to oust Kadokawa leadership and push self-publishing. Kadokawa backs keeping President Takeshi Natsuno while noting publishing decisions are made case-by-case; Oasis argues FromSoftware could self-publish to capture more value, but the path and timing remain unsettled. Miyazaki's remarks are personal but carry weight, suggesting FromSoftware's creative independence remains intact for now.

Elden Ring Switch 2: Tarnished Edition Arrives August With Fresh Classes
technology1 month ago

Elden Ring Switch 2: Tarnished Edition Arrives August With Fresh Classes

FromSoftware and Bandai Namco have announced Elden Ring Switch 2 will release on August 28 as the Tarnished Edition, bundling the base game with the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, plus two new starting classes and updated Torrent customization; the edition will also release on PS4/PS5/Xbox One/Xbox Series X/S and PC after a prior delay to optimize performance.

Elden Ring Tarnished Edition Comes to Switch 2 on Aug 28, 2026
technology1 month ago

Elden Ring Tarnished Edition Comes to Switch 2 on Aug 28, 2026

FromSoftware's Elden Ring Tarnished Edition is set for Nintendo Switch 2 on August 28, 2026, including the base game plus Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, with new armor, weapons, and Torrent customization; after a delay for performance tuning, recent hands-on tests showed improved performance and it will be sold at retail and on the Nintendo eShop.

Kadokawa Reaffirms Switch 2 Release Window for Elden Ring Tarnished Edition and The Duskbloods in 2026
gaming1 month ago

Kadokawa Reaffirms Switch 2 Release Window for Elden Ring Tarnished Edition and The Duskbloods in 2026

Kadokawa’s latest earnings report reiterates that FromSoftware’s Elden Ring Tarnished Edition and The Duskbloods are still planned for Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026, following a 2025/26 update that set a 2026 window. Reports of eShop listings and online advertising have fueled the speculation, but exact dates and port performance remain unconfirmed pending further announcements, likely from a future Direct.

Kadokawa still targets Switch 2 for The Duskbloods and Elden Ring in 2026
gaming1 month ago

Kadokawa still targets Switch 2 for The Duskbloods and Elden Ring in 2026

Kadokawa’s financial report reiterates that FromSoftware’s Switch 2 titles The Duskbloods and Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition are planned for release in 2026, despite months of silence. Elden Ring on Switch 2 will include the base game, Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, and two new classes, while The Duskbloods remains largely mysterious beyond a trailer and its multiplayer-focused premise, with no firm dates yet.