Elden Ring 2 Isn't In Production, And That's A Good Thing

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proved to be an incredible hit for FromSoftware, propelling the games industry forward in unprecedented ways. It set the bar incredibly high for open-world games, showcasing how exploration can be rewarding when handled correctly and how worldbuilding can be immensely enticing, even when dolled out in small bursts. Of course, its monumental success would naturally lead anyone to believe that a sequel is already in the works, but that is seemingly not true.

isn't in development, nor will it be any time soon. Fans are understandably quite upset, especially when there are plenty of directions FromSoftware's next game could go. However, moving away from is a great move for FromSoftware and will not only help make it a better developer overall, but also ensure that when eventually comes out, it will be as groundbreaking as its predecessor.

During the PlayStation Generations Award ceremony, FromSoftware president Hidetaka Miyazaki confirmed to IGN Japan (translated by Automaton) thatthere won't be an any time soon. Miyazaki stated that FromSoftware isn't "," which likely shocked fans across the world, especially considering its enormous success and the fact that its incredible DLC,, made history by being the first DLC to be nominated for GOTY at the Game Awards.

It felt like was guaranteed to be the developer's next game, especially after it garnered such immense critical acclaim and went on to win a number of awards, including Game of the Year. It is a towering achievement, one that quickly cemented itself as a must-play for all gamers, even those who have never touched a soulslike before. It sold incredibly well during its first year and continues to sell well across all platforms.

Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree is a brilliant expansion that adds so much to the base game, but it could still do with another game mode.

However, while it would absolutely make sense for FromSoftware to chase after its success and produce a sequel, not unlike how Nintendo did for , it is