‘Elden Ring’ Reveals PC / Console Specifications and Compatibility, Network Test Classes, Post Launch Ray Tracing Support

Immerse yourself in a thrilling adventure and decide the fate of a vast world filled with intrigue and power. Battle formidable enemies with FromSoftware’s signature melee combat and experience a wide range of inventive strategies made possible by the open-ended Action-RPG gameplay of Ancient ring.

A new world filled with fantastic stories and traditions has been woven by Hidetaka Miyazaki – creator of the influential and critically acclaimed Dark souls video game series; and George RR Martin – author of The New York Times best-selling fantasy series, A song of ice and fire. Players will embark on a journey through a meticulously handcrafted world dripping with blood and deception brought on by a variety of characters with their own unique motivations to aid or hinder player progress, opponents with deep backgrounds, and creatures formidable. Throughout their adventures, players will choose the fate of this cursed land by unraveling its secrets and myths.

With a vast and homogeneous landscape with natural weather and progression according to the time of day, players will be completely immersed in the world of Ancient ring as they begin their journey and choose their own path. Cross on foot or on horseback, alone or in a line with friends, through grassy plains, sweltering swamps and lush forests. Climb spiral mountains, enter breathtaking castles, and see other sights of grandeur on a scale never seen before in a FromSoftware title. Ancient ringRole-playing and customization options allow players to define their own unique playstyle. Experimentation is encouraged with a wide variety of weapons, magical abilities and skills found all over the world; inspiring players to follow previously unexplored paths of progression.

Ancient ring gives players the opportunity to forge their own path through its world. Choose to launch headlong into fierce battles against formidable enemies or take advantage of the game’s stealth and combat systems to gain the upper hand. It is up to the player to decide how to handle the many challenges that lie ahead.

Below are the game specs for Elden Ring along with compatibility options between old and new gen consoles.

computer

• Maximum resolution *: Up to 3840x2160P
• Frame rate: up to 60 fps
• HDR *: supported
• Raytracing (via patch): supported

Playstation

	PS4	PS4Pro	PS5
Maximum resolution *	Up to 1920x1080P	Up to 3200x1800P1	Up to 3840x2160P
Frame rate	Up to 30 FPS	Up to 30 FPS	Up to 60 FPS2
HDR *	Supported
Ray tracing (via patch)	–	–	Supported

The PS4 version can be ported to PS5 and the save data can be transferred to the latest generation. However, the PS5 version cannot be ported to PS4. If you port your PS4 game to PS5 and keep playing, your save files cannot be transferred to PS4.

Xbox

	X1 (X1S)	X1X	XSS	XSX
Maximum resolution *	Up to 1600x900P	Up to 3840x2160P	Up to 2560x1440P	Up to 3840x2160P
Frame rate	Up to 30 FPS	Up to 30 FPS	Up to 60 FPS2	Up to 60 FPS2
HDR *	X1 not supported	Supported
Ray tracing (via patch)	–	–	–	Supported

Full compatibility between generations. The game can be ported between the two generations and the save data can be transferred.

Remarks

* 4K and HDR require 4K and HDR compatible TV or monitor

1 with checkerboard

2 with Performance mode

• Performance Priority Mode: Adjust screen resolution and load balancer to approach 60 FPS.
• Resolution priority mode: Load balancing operates at a fixed maximum resolution, with a lower limit of 30 FPS.
• There are differences in the display of grass and other ground objects depending on the console.

Ancient ring will be playable in a closed-network test scheduled for November 12-14, 2021, ahead of its new release date of February 25, 2022 (previously January 21, 2022).

Selected fans will be able to discover the opening hours of Ancient ring to get a hands-on look at what the full game will have to offer while also helping the development team test the game’s online servers ahead of its new release date of February 25, 2022. The Depth of the Game and the Degree of Freedom in strategy exceeded initial expectations, so it was decided to extend development time for final adjustments.

The Ancient ring The closed network test will be playable all weekend from November 12 to 14 for PS4, PS5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X | S during the following time slots:

• November 12: 3:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. PST (12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. CET)
• November 12: 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. PST (November 13: 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. CET)
• November 13: 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. PST (8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. CET)
• November 14: 3:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. PST (12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. CET)
• November 14: 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. PST (4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. CET)

The closed network test will allow online multiplayer cross-play between generations of consoles (PS4 players can play with PS5 players, and the same is true between Xbox One and Xbox Series X | S. PlayStation players will not be able to play play with Xbox players).

Players across the Americas will need register on the following link to have the chance to participate in the Ancient ring Closed network test. Please see the registration website for additional information on participating in the closed network test.

Ancient ring arrives on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X | S, and PC (Steam) on February 25, 2022. The game supports smart delivery to Xbox consoles as well as a free upgrade to PS5 for players who buy the PS4 version.

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