Elden Ring’s Massive Milestone: 30 Million Copies Shipped!
Hey, you ever just sit back and marvel at how Elden Ring keeps shattering expectations? From Software and Bandai Namco just dropped a bombshell on X: their 2022 masterpiece, directed by the one and only Hidetaka Miyazaki, has officially shipped 30 million units. That’s not just a number—it’s a flex. This open-world epic’s now rubbing shoulders with giants like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Cyberpunk 2077, while leaving titles like Super Mario Odyssey and Monster Hunter World in the dust. As a gamer who’s sunk countless hours into dodging Malenia’s Waterfowl Dance, I can tell you: this milestone feels earned.
Let’s put this in perspective. Elden Ring isn’t just From Software’s biggest hit—it’s blown past every other game in their catalog by a country mile. For Bandai Namco, it’s their second-best seller ever, only trailing Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (which, let’s be real, had Masahiro Sakurai’s magic touch). Hitting 30 million puts Elden Ring in elite company, and it’s wild to think it’s outpacing so many iconic games. I remember grabbing it on launch day for my PS5, hyped beyond belief, and it still feels like the gaming world’s been buzzing about it non-stop since February 25, 2022.
Why’s it such a juggernaut?
Well, you’ve probably heard the accolades. It snagged a perfect 10/10 from Game Informer—same as me yelling “YES!” after finally beating Radahn. Metacritic gave it a 96/100, tying Baldur’s Gate 3 as the best-reviewed PS5 game. Then it went and swept the 2022 Game of the Year awards, from The Game Awards to Game Informer’s own picks. You name it, Elden Ring won it. It’s the kind of game that hooks you with its brutal difficulty, then keeps you coming back with its jaw-dropping world. I still get chills thinking about my first glimpse of the Erdtree glowing in the distance.
Looking ahead, this 30 million mark might be the last big milestone before Elden Ring lands on Nintendo Switch 2 later this year. If you’re a Switch gamer, you’re probably itching to explore The Lands Between on the go. That port could push sales even higher, especially with the game’s legion of fans ready to double-dip. Oh, and don’t sleep on Elden Ring: Nightreign, the co-op spin-off hitting PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, Xbox One, and PC on May 30. A session-based multiplayer take on this universe? Count me in, even if I’m still terrible at parrying.
So, what’s the takeaway? Elden Ring isn’t just a game—it’s a phenomenon. Whether you’re a Souls veteran or someone who’s just curious about the hype, this is one title that’s redefined what gaming can be. From its hauntingly beautiful world to its punishing yet rewarding combat, it’s no wonder 30 million copies of Elden Ring have flown off the shelves. Here’s to more milestones, and maybe, just maybe, surviving that next boss fight without rage-quitting.
