The launch of Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition en Nintendo Switch 2 moves to 2026 after the studio's last official update. FromSoftware and Bandai Namco have opted to take more time in order to ensure a stable performance on Nintendo's new hybrid console.
The decision comes after several contacts at events such as Gamescom and other recent samples, where they were reported noticeable framerate drops and details to polish in the control configuration. The team has apologized to the community and thanked the patience and support, without specifying a day or month within 2026.
The announcement of the delay: what the study says
Through its official X account, FromSoftware confirmed that the edition for the new Nintendo console needs more time for performance adjustmentsThe message acknowledges that development continues "with full effort" but that the launch has been postponed to 2026 to arrive in better condition.
In that same communication, the study transferred his apologies to the players They were planning to test the game this year and reiterated that the goal is to deliver the experience in the "best possible condition." At the moment, there's no specific date, so we'll have to stay tuned for further announcements.
Performance: What happened at trade shows and tests
The first public impressions, especially in Europe during the Gamescom Cologne, they pointed out that the build shown suffered in open areas with exploration, with frame drops when exiting the initial guided section. There were also comments about a unintuitive control layout which reduced the fluidity of the fight.
As the months went by, some later shows like PAX pointed to improvements in portable mode, but not enough to close the technical section. Several sources placed the goal at 30 fps on a laptop, with difficulties in maintaining it in demanding scenes and even punctual peaks below when effects and enemies were piling up on screen.
- Framerate drops when exploring outdoors and open areas.
- Pending adjustments in the sensitivity and mapping of controls.
- Perception of sharpness and textures improvable in certain areas.
All of this has ended up tipping the balance in favor of an extension of the schedule. Nobody likes waiting, but it's preferable to a premiere that did not meet expectations of a title of this caliber.
What the Tarnished Edition will include on Switch 2
The edition for the Nintendo console will arrive as a Complete package with the base game and the expansion Shadow of the Erdtree. In addition, they have advanced new weapons, armor and customization options for torrentera, the protagonist's mount.
According to information spread in Japanese media such as Famitsu, will be added two additional classes —Knight of Ides and Heavy Knight—available from the start. Some of these new features will also be available on other platforms, such as downloadable content.
As for the format, the product sheet suggests that there will be physical edition type “key card” (with download), an approach we've seen in other recent releases. The final installation size on Switch 2 hasn't been specified yet.
Launch window and fit into the calendar
FromSoftware and Bandai Namco have only set the 2026 framework for the Switch 2 version, without committing to a specific window. The decision also helps to avoid stepping on other notable projects in the Nintendo ecosystem, since space out the calendar better of great releases.
In parallel, the team is focusing on optimise the performance and completing the adjustments that the public demos have revealed. There is no official information yet on rescheduled reservations or special editions for Europe.
Impact in Spain and Europe: availability and distribution
In our territory, distribution is carried out by Bandai Namco Europe, so we can expect the usual Spanish localization and presence in physical and digital sales channels. No changes to content by region have been announced, so the characteristics will be uniform in the European market.
The news doesn't come as a complete surprise after the impressions from the trade fairs, but it makes for a clear reading: better to arrive late and well than half-assedIf the extra time helps ensure stability, fine-tuned controls, and a cleaner look on Switch 2, the wait will be worth it for players looking to delve into the Lands Between in handheld mode.