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Elden Ring, the brainchild of widely loved game director Hidetaka Miyazaki, has achieved a remarkable milestone in the gaming world.
One year after its release on June 19, 2025, the game has surpassed expectations by selling over 20 million copies worldwide and earning numerous Game of the Year awards. And, in a brilliant new personal record forFromSoftware, the game sold over one million copies ofElden Ringin Japan alone in its first month.Eld
Elden Ring Sets a New Precedent for FromSoftware
In aninterview with Famitsu, Miyazaki revealed more about his thought process and some tidbits about the upcomingShadow of the ErdtreeDLC.
One year after its release on August 12, 2025,Elden Ringskyrocketed to success, selling over 20 million copies worldwide. This achievement brought immense joy to Miyazaki.
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The game also experienced immense success in Japan. It sold over one million copies in Japan alone within a month, making it FromSoftware’s best-selling game debut in the country.
Reflecting on this accomplishment, Miyazaki said:
I’ve had the chance to hear the name of Elden Ring many times, not only at work but from people I encounter in daily life, and remember feeling, ‘It feels amazing to sell a million copies.’
Ultimately, Miyazaki and his team strive to create games that resonate with players, are enjoyable, and give them a sense of accomplishment. The insanely positive reception ofElden Ringreaffirmed their efforts while becoming a driving force.
Glimpsing into the Future with Shadow of the Erdtree
It’s no secret how commercially successfulERis, but it also holds a special place in many people’s hearts for its captivating gameplay, intense lore, and memorable environments. It wouldn’t be a bold claim to say beforehand thatShadow of the Erdtreewill, in its way, give us another unforgettable experience.
Miyazaki revealed that development for the DLC began after the release of the main title and initial patches.Shadow of the Erdtreepromises to delve deeper into the lore of the base game, exploring the Land of Shadow and the history of Queen Marika.
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The FromSoftware genius emphasized that the DLC would offer a significant expansion to the game, stating, “It is no mistake to say that this is our biggest DLC ever.” He teased new weapons, spells, and weapon arts, along with challenging new bosses like the lion dance.
Despite the DLC’s sizable volume, Miyazaki expressed his desire to continue creating games on the scale ofElden Ring.He noted:
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The staff and everyone probably feel the same, but we want to take advantage of this experience we had with Elden Ring, but rather than that and above all, creating huge worlds and adventures is amazingly fun. It thrills me.
The man knows what he’s doing, and the community can’t wait to see what he comes up with next.
Are you excited for the release ofShadow of the Erdtree? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
Vibha Hegde
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Vibha is an avid gamer that has been writing about video games for several years. When they’re not complaining about the lack of a Bloodborne sequel or brushing up on the Yokoverse lore, Vibha is busy watching 3-hour video essays on horror games they’re too scared to play themselves.
