What to Expect From Elden Ring Developer FromSoftware in 2025

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In a league of their own among gaming developers, FromSoftware consistently pushes the limits and aims to outdo itself, earning high esteem. In 2024, this renowned studio added another feather to its cap with the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC for Elden Ring, which garnered a Game of the Year nomination at The Game Awards, an impressive feat for a DLC rather than a standalone game.

2024 was the year we got a glimpse of “Elden Ring Nightreign,” an offshoot of Elden Ring with a strong emphasis on cooperative play, scheduled for release this year. This project will likely be the studio’s main priority in 2025, but who knows what other exciting developments they might have in store? Remember, no one anticipated the unveiling of “Nightreign” last December, so it seems that FromSoftware could have some unexpected announcements in the coming year.

Elden Ring Nightreign Is Coming In 2025

In 2025, Elden Ring Nightreign is anticipated to be an intriguing standalone project. This new adventure unfolds in the land of Limveld, where players take on the mission to vanquish The Night Lord. They can opt for a solo journey or invite two friends to join them via online co-op. Unlike Elden Ring and Shadow of the Erdtree, this game will not necessitate ownership of the base title. Instead, it introduces an innovative approach by offering players a choice among eight characters, each customizable through what appears to be a conventional roguelike advancement system.

All Playable Characters Confirmed for Elden Ring Nightreign So Far:

  • Wylder: a well-rounded jack-of-all-trades
  • Guardian: a damage-dealing tank
  • Duchess: a dexterity-heavy rogue
  • Recluse: a mage/sorcerer archetype

Participants are invited to sign up for the preliminary Elden Ring Nightreign trial, scheduled to start in February.

FromSoftware May Share More News About Its Other Projects This Year

Apart from Elden Ring Nightreign, FromSoftware is also working on numerous projects spanning various genres, as revealed by company president and creative mastermind Hidetaka Miyazaki in an interview with Game Watch. This suggests that Elden Ring Nightreign is just one part of the studio’s ambitious plans for the coming years, and they are developing games across different genres. Miyazaki also hinted that some of these upcoming titles are being helmed by him, while others have different directors, implying a diverse range of unique FromSoftware experiences on the horizon.

It’s been clarified that Miyazaki isn’t directing Nightreign, so there’s a chance we might learn about one of his other projects before the end of the year – it would be strategic to ride the wave of Nightreighn’s anticipated success. Moreover, since Nightreign is set for release this year, FromSoftware will likely aim to fill the gap left by its hype, making news on at least one of their secretive projects a plausible expectation.

The Dust Will Settle On Sony’s Majority Acquisition of FromSoftware’s Parent Company

In late 2024, one of the most significant gaming news headlines was the rumor of Sony potentially acquiring Kadokawa, the parent company of FromSoftware. This sparked concerns about future games being exclusive to certain platforms. However, a complete takeover of Kadokawa never occurred, but Sony did buy a 10% share in the company, making it the biggest shareholder.

In essence, although Sony doesn’t completely rule over Kadokawa, its influence within the company has strengthened. Over the coming years, it’s likely that Sony will make use of this increased power. The year 2025 might bring initial indications of this new dominance. Fans could learn more about what the majority acquisition implies, such as whether we’ll see more PlayStation-exclusive games from FromSoftware or if the purchase will significantly affect Kadokawa’s other IP and entertainment projects, like anime.

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2025-01-12 14:11