Elden Ring is off to an incredibly strong start as it has already sold 12 million copies worldwide.
FromSoftware and Bandai Namco shared the news in a press release. Stating that Elden ring has sold more than one million copies in Japan alone. And has sold more than 12 million copies worldwide as of March 14.
Fromsoftware president and CEO of Hidetaka Miyazaki said, “I would like to extend our heartfelt thanks on the behalf of the entire development team“.
Elden ring is based on the mythological story written by George R.R Martin. We hope Players enjoy a high level of freedom when adventuring through its vast world. Exploring its secrets and facing up its threats. Thank you for your continued support.
The President of Bandai Namco also shared some words in celebration of Elden ring’s success. Saying this is only the beginning for the new brand.
“Much effort was placed into creating Elden Ring so that we could surpass the expectation of our fans worldwide.” Miyakawa said, “In like manner, we will continue our efforts in expanding the brand beyond the game itself, And into everyone’s daily life. We will continue to create enjoyment and fulfillment through entertainment so that we can come closer and connect to our fans around the world.”
For comparison, Sekiro: Shadow die twice, Fromsoftware’s previous game sold 2 million copies in 10 days.
If we go back to 2015, Blood-borne which was released only for PS4 sold one million copies within two weeks
Dark soul 3 was Bandai Namco’s fastest selling-selling title in its history. It sold over 3 million copies about a month after its worldwide release in April 2016.
IGN said that it is a “massive iteration on what FromSoftware began with the Souls series. Bringing its relentlessly challenging combat to an incredible open world that gives us the freedom to choose our path.”
Overall, Elden Ring is also best selling game in US.
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