It's been over a year since it was announced, but we'll finally be able to play Alden Ring On Switch 2 this August. However, instead of porting the game and its DLC, FromSoftware has included a few extra pieces of content to make the wait and price tag a little more worthwhile.
These are only available in additions The tarnished versionAnd there are actually some pretty amazing bonuses that a lot of people have been asking for since the game launched. So, if you have never experienced that greatness Alden RingSo now is the perfect time to pick it up for some on-the-go gaming on the Switch 2, in its most complete and jam-packed version yet.
Torrent customization
Looking good on the go
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Three different designs for Torrent.
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Available only on The tarnished version.
Perhaps the biggest addition is coming with the Switch 2 version Alden Ring Ability to customize torrent. Players have been asking for this feature for years, and with this latest version, we'll finally be able to change the look of our beloved mount as we ride off into the sunset.
The The tarnished version It will come with three customization options, along with the white-silver version already shown in the trailer and screenshots. This sounds a little sweet, because I've always wanted to be able to paint or change how a torrent looks from the start, but like most things, I still argue that it's better late than never.
New Beginning Classes
Another reason to start over
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Heavy Knight and Ides Knight.
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Different starting stats and gear.
Alden Ring A long game with so many different arcs and sections that many players will forget they even chose a starting class in the first place. Each brings with it a basic set of stats and a unique gear set that allows them to stand out from each other, as and when The tarnished version drops, we'll get to play as a pair of never-before-seen new warriors.
The first is the Edus Knight, a lightweight class that emphasizes dexterity. The second is the Heavy Knight, and as the name suggests, you'll be on the bulkier side with this build, equipped with a beefy scimitar and an equally large set of armor. It's nice to see more options available from the get-go, and I expect the armor worn by these classes to still be available in the world for those who want the new look but don't want to run the classes themselves.
New weapons and armor
More ways to play
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For weapons and armor special The tarnished version.
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Tools taken from old FromSoftware games.
When it comes to adding more functional content, we're going to get a handful of new weapons The tarnished versionBut software fans have noticed that the Gear isn't entirely unique in its design. After the success of nitreneIt makes perfect sense that FromSoftware would want to bring back more content from its previous games, and in this case, it would be in the form of weapons and iconic characters' outfits in a spirit-like landscape.
An armor set very reminiscent of Lukatiel Dark Souls 2Although with a slightly altered design, and come from others Dark Souls 3Henry of Astora and Horace the Hussed are echoed in the other two sets. This kind of tribute is really cool to see, and I, for one, am very excited to find out what the last few pieces are.
DLC bundle
Two extraordinary experiences in one
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- Shadow of the Erdtree included in The tarnished version.
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There is no option without DLC.
In the past, you had a lot of choice Alden Ring You wanted to buy. If you wanted to jump in at the deep end and grab the DLC straight away, there was a bundle for that, or if the base game seemed good enough at the time, you were more than welcome to stick with the cheaper version and pick up the DLC later.
For switch 2 The tarnished versionThere is only one version available, which includes the main game and both Shadow of the Erdtree Expand into a single, complete package. Like many other Switch games, it's on the pricier side, but the overall deal is still cheaper than the two were at launch. it is Alden bell after all, So it is worth the investment.
Physical Edition/Pre-Order Bonuses
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The physical version comes with a limited edition poster.
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Pre-order bonus of in-game gestures.
With all the discussion around physical media lately, it's good to give something with a physical version of FromSoftware. The tarnished version. For those who want a Switch 2 box, if you're lucky enough to get it early enough, you'll also get an “Origin and Map Poster” along with a special case.
If stock runs dry, however, your preorder will still come with two gestures, Pose of the Ring and Ring of Mikaela. If we're going into a future without physical game copies, then I recommend strengthening that collection now. The tarnished version Might be one of the last FromSoftware releases to see an actual game box.
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August 28, 2026
- ESRB
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Mature 17+ / Blood and gore, language, suggestive themes, violence
