Elden Ring launched on February 25, 2022. Bandai Namco’s launch schedule gave PC players region-specific unlock times, while console availability was generally set for midnight local time. Steam and PlayStation preload were scheduled to open 48 hours before the listed release times; Xbox preload was already available when the publisher announced the schedule on February 21, 2022.
When did Elden Ring release?
Elden Ring released on February 25, 2022, for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via Steam, according to Bandai Namco America and the official PlayStation page. The release times below are the historical launch schedule, not upcoming availability.
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Elden Ring (PS5) (European Version) | $34.00 | Buy on Amazon |
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Elden Ring, 1 PS5-Blu-ray Disc | $74.03 | Buy on Amazon |
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Elden Ring: Nightreign - Seekers Edition /PS5 | $43.95 | Buy on Amazon |
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Bandai Namco Entertainment Elden Ring (PS5) | $40.00 | Buy on Amazon |
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Elden Ring - PlayStation 5 | $39.99 | Buy on Amazon |
What were the Elden Ring release times by region?
Bandai Namco Europe published its schedule on February 21, 2022. PC unlocks varied by region, and console availability was generally listed for midnight local time. These examples show why there was not one worldwide PC release time:
| Time zone | PC release | Console release |
|---|---|---|
| PT | February 24, 3:00 PM | February 24, 9:00 PM |
| CT | February 24, 5:00 PM | February 24, 11:00 PM |
| ET | February 24, 6:00 PM | February 25, midnight local time |
| GMT | February 24, 11:00 PM | February 25, midnight local time |
| CET | February 25, midnight | February 25, midnight local time |
| JST | February 25, 8:00 AM | February 25, midnight local time |
For a time zone not shown here, consult the full regional release schedule from Bandai Namco Europe.
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When could players preload Elden Ring?
In its February 21, 2022 announcement, Bandai Namco said: “Pre-load available 48H prior to these times on Steam and Playstation and available now for Xbox.” In other words, Steam and PlayStation preloads were scheduled to begin 48 hours before the listed platform release times. Xbox preload was available at the time that announcement was published; “available now” described that 2022 moment, not a current preload offer.
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.Which platforms and editions were available?
Bandai Namco announced the game for PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC through Steam. For PlayStation, the official US store page lists PS4 and PS5 editions and describes the upgrade options:
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- Elden Ring: Nightreign - Seekers Edition /PS5
- A PS4 purchase can be upgraded to the PS5 version at no extra cost under PlayStation’s stated terms.
- A physical PS4 disc cannot be used for that upgrade on a PS5 Digital Edition, which has no disc drive.
- A digital PS5 purchase includes the PS4 download at no additional cost.
Bandai Namco’s current official game page lists the base game and Shadow of the Erdtree editions, and says the expansion requires the base game. Edition contents and storefront terms can change, so check the relevant platform store for current details.
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- ELDEN RING, developed by FromSoftware Inc. and produced by BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc., is a fantasy action-RPG and FromSoftware's largest game to date, set within a world full of mystery and peril
- Journey through the Lands Between, a new fantasy world created by Hidetaka Miyazaki, creator of the influential DARK SOULS video game series, and George R. R. Martin, author of The New York Times best-selling fantasy series, A Song of Ice and Fire
- Traverse the breathtaking world on foot or on horseback, alone or online with other players, and fully immerse yourself in the grassy plains, suffocating swamps, spiraling mountains, and foreboding castles
- Create your character in FromSoftware’s refi ned action-RPG and defi ne your playstyle by experimenting with a wide variety of weapons, magical abilities, and skills found throughout the world
- Charge into battle, pick off enemies one-by-one using stealth, or even call upon allies for aid - many options are at your disposal as you decide how to approach exploration and combat
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