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Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition for Switch 2 Reignites Controversy Over Game-Key Cards

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FromSoftware's epic game is finally coming to the Switch 2, but don't expect to own a physical copy of it.

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Nintendo fans have to swallow a big toad when Elden Ring comes out for Switch 2.

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Elden Ring is to be released on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026, and for many this is long overdue: one of the most celebrated action RPGs of recent years is finally mobile on Nintendo's new hardware. But with the first pre-order information on the Switch 2 version, there is a thick star behind it, which makes the purchase directly less attractive for some. Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition, a version that should contain not only the main game, but also t…

The long wait seems to come to an end because an Amazon listing for the Switch 2 version of Elden Ring has been discovered. However, since there is still no release date from the official site, the specified date should only be considered as a placeholder. Fans are already upset because the game will only be available as a game key card, a controversial feature introduced with the Switch 2. Read more

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hobbyconsolas.com broke the news in on Thursday, April 9, 2026.
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