"Elden Ring", released in 2022, is an acclaimed action role-playing game crafted by FromSoftware, with Hidetaka Miyazaki directing and George R. R. Martin providing worldbuilding. The game presents an open world through a third-person perspective, offering players the freedom to explore, engage with various weaponry, utilize magic spells, and apply stealth mechanics. An online multiplayer mode is also included. Despite minor criticism regarding its technical performance, "Elden Ring" has received extensive praise, leading to significant commercial success with 23 million copies sold globally and multiple Game of the Year awards under its belt. A downloadable content expansion, titled "Shadow of the Erdtree", is expected to launch in June 2024.