Nintendo Switch 2 Direct Event Unveils More Than Just a New Console: A Showcase of Upcoming Titles from Nintendo and Third-Party Developers
Several notable games have been highlighted, including Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza. However, the most surprising news came from not one but two major announcements from FromSoftware. First up is a brand new multiplayer title called The Duskbloods. Although details about this game are currently scarce, the second announcement has made the community buzz even more: Elden Ring will officially debut on the Switch 2 through the Tarnished Edition, along with numerous new cosmetic items and equipment.
The Tarnished Edition: A Unique Version of Elden Ring for Nintendo Switch 2, Featuring Expansive Content from Shadow of the Erdtree and New Cosmetic Items
This announcement has sparked concern among gamers, as they often wish to own in-game items to explore the rich lore crafted by FromSoftware. However, these concerns stem from a post on the official Elden Ring Twitter account, where the developer’s presentation hinted that some players believe that the new items may not be available for free on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, and instead, players will need to pay extra for them.
Given that a significant portion of Elden Ring’s content is expressed through in-game items, the community worries that they might not have access to this content unless they pay more. Many players feel that charging for these items is quite unfair. Some opinions have criticized FromSoftware for maximizing revenue from the Switch port, leading to the question: why not offer the cosmetic items for free on other platforms?
As it stands, everything is merely speculation based on FromSoftware’s practices, but fans remain hopeful that this content will be made available for free on all platforms, especially considering that they have already invested in the base game and its expansive content.
