Elden Ring gameplay: Watch 15 minutes of new video from FromSoftware

FromSoftware and Bandai Namco showcased all-new gameplay Elden Ring, next year’s big, open-world action role-playing game, in a video released Thursday. These new gameplay clips are ahead of the playable network testing. Elden RingIt will take place between Nov. 12-14.

A 15 minute preview Elden RingThis video shows the wide range of gameplay and environments that players will find. Developer FromSoftware has highlighted new features in its action-RPG. These include traversing vast maps on horseback and what appears to be random encounters with a giant dragon. You can also see multiple game modes, including stealth and hand-to–hand sword-and shield combat. There are even AI-controlled companions, called spirits, that you can summon to help you in battle. The player also visits what FromSoftware is referring to as a “Legacy Dungeon” called Stormveil Castle, a challenging area that will offer multiple paths to victory and great rewards. There’s even a Pot Boy encounter!

Elden RingIt will arrive on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 (Windows PC), Xbox One and Xbox Series X, following a short delay. The original announcement was made at E3 in June 2019. FromSoftware and George R.R. Martin collaborated to create the fantasy role-playing and action game. Martin, and sends players to the Lands Between as a Tarnished to restore the titular Elden Ring and become the region’s new lord. For more, check out Polygon’s Elden RingPreviews available starting August