The celebrated author brings “political intrigue” and in-depth “character bloodlines” to another fascinating fantasy world.
Game of Thronesfans are still waiting forGeorge R.R.
Martinto finishThe Winds of Winter still!
‘Elden Ring’.FromSoftware Inc. and BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc.; Inset: Amy Sussman/Getty Images
But in the meantime, he’s offering up another fantasy world for us to explore.
Martin wrote the original mythos for this game," Kitao said through a translator.
Kitao continued, “Once that original mythos was complete, George R.R.
‘Elden Ring’.FromSoftware Inc. and BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc.
It was a really interesting process, and it felt unrestricting despite him having written this key piece.”
Elden Ringis set in the Lands Between, a plane ruled by the Eternal named Queen Marika.
(Yes, it’s a lot of fantasy jargon, but trust us, it’s fun!)
‘Elden Ring’.FromSoftware Inc. and BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc.
No matter whom they choose to embody, all the character classes can summon spirits to assist with combat.
Fans also get a trusty spirit steed that helps them cross the Lands Between.
“It’s not just big for the sake of being big.
For example, a dragon might come tearing out of the sky and attack without warning.”
(That last part was a highlight of the gameplay shown.)
Elden Ringis a game that fosters exploration.
Kitao’s hope is that players will be able to uncover elements of the story through this act alone.
In fact, those familiar withDark Soulswill find many similarities in this game.
