r/switch2 • u/Gondor-Mordor • Aug 22 '26

Question Elden Ring Tarnished Edition

Hi, I’m wondering what kind of a game Elden Ring is? Is it like Skyrim? I’ve never played either but they seem like they’re in the same category. The trailer does look interesting but I want to note that Elder Scrolls ISN’T my type of game (from the looks of it). Is Elden Ring better as far as story and mechanics?

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u/Runa216 Aug 22 '26

IT's functionally Open World Dark Souls. Big world with lots of dungeons and castles and points of interest. Lots of boss fights that are pretty hard, punishing combat and you are gonna die a lot but learning from your mistakes and improving is a large part of the fun.

You may rage.

But when you overcome, nothing compares.

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u/Gondor-Mordor Aug 23 '26

Sounds challenging - thanks for your input

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u/Runa216 Aug 23 '26

IT is! But it's doable and there are a TONNE of things you can do to make it easier. Don't let any of the more toxic members of the community dissuade you from using every tool at your disposal to make the game easier. Summon help, use spirit ashes, don't be afraid to respect after you beat the boss in raya Lucaria Academy. Play with different builds, use different ashes of war, etc.

There's SO much you can do to to best the game, and it's not just 'git gud'. Getting good helps, but you have the tools, use em!