With only a few days left until we can finally begin exploring the Lands Between, publisher Bandai Namco Entertainment and developer FromSoftware have shared more details about Elden Ring’s release and pre-load times.
As far as Elden Ring’s release times go, things are handled a bit differently depending on which version of the game you plan on picking up.
Elden Ring’s console versions go live on February 25 at midnight local time in most regions, the two exceptions being certain parts of the United States, which get it sooner. You can check the image above or on Twitter for the full details.
On PC, the title goes live simultaneously across the globe. Here’s when you can play it:
- Elden Ring PC Release Times: February 24 at 3 PM PT/6 PM ET/11 PM GMT
Elden Ring pre-loading is already available on Xbox consoles. If you purchase the game on Steam, you can start downloading the game’s files with as much as 48 hours before its scheduled launch in your region.
Its file size might not be the biggest by modern standards, but you may, nonetheless, still want to take advantage and have everything ready in time for launch. Chances are there might you amy also need to download a day 1 patch at some point.
For more on the game, here’s what we know about mod support and its map.
Elden Ring launches on PC and consoles on February 25. You can grab it from Fanatical, for the discounted price of £41.24/€50.24 or your regional equivalent, as well as other major storefronts.
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