Can Your PC Run Elden Ring?
Prepare to die like never before. After years of anticipation, Elden Ring finally delivers a new original entry in FromSoftware’s famous “Soulslike” series on February 25. You probably can’t wait to dive into this ambitious, uncompromising, open-world action-RPG, but you should first check to see if your computer can even handle this cutting-edge PC game.
Elden Ring is the next game from Hidetaka Miyazaki and FromSoftware, the developer behind Demon’s Souls, Dark Souls, Bloodborne, and Sekiro. That alone is more than enough reason for fans to be incredibly hyped. These games pioneered a beloved new genre of brutally punishing action-RPGs, and remain unmatched.
After experimenting with Victorian European and feudal Japanese settings, Elden Ring looks to take the franchise back to the grim, medieval fantasy setting popularized by Dark Souls. That said, it is no mere retread. From what we’ve seen, Elden Ring’s world is far more open-ended and brimming with things to explore as you prepare to meet your doom. The horse-riding feature alone looks incredible.
Plus, Elden Ring was co-written by George R.R. Martin, the author of the A Song of Ice and Fire fantasy novels. We may have been waiting for Elden Ring for a few years, but fans of Martin’s other projects should be happy it’s even coming out at all. Let’s just hope it’s better than the last season of Game of Thrones.
You can pre-order Elden Ring from Steam for $59.99. The pre-order bonuses include a special gesture, as well as a digital adventure guide. The $79.99 Deluxe Edition adds a digital artbook and original soundtrack.
PC players have recently encountered a dangerous security exploit in Dark Souls, prompting them to wonder if they should pick up Elden Ring on
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