Elden Ring Game Director Hidetaka Miyazaki and Fantasy Writer George RR Martin Tease Possibility of an Adaptation
Elden Ring, the highly anticipated action role-playing game from developer FromSoftware and publisher Bandai Namco, has been making waves ever since it was first announced at E3 2019. With its release date finally set for January 2022, fans cannot wait to get their hands on the game and immerse themselves in its dark, fantasy world.
But it seems that the excitement for Elden Ring is not limited to the gaming community. In a recent interview with Famitsu, game director Hidetaka Miyazaki revealed that there has been “interest” in an Elden Ring adaptation, following the success of their previous title, Sekiro: Shadow Die Twice.
While it may come as no surprise that a popular game garnering attention from Hollywood is not uncommon, what makes this news even more exciting is the involvement of renowned fantasy writer George RR Martin. Martin, best known for his A Song of Ice and Fire series which was adapted into the hit TV show Game of Thrones, has co-created the world of Elden Ring with Miyazaki.
In the interview, Miyazaki also mentioned Martin’s contribution to the game, stating that “his creative ideas, and the world of Elden Ring itself, were enriching the game.” This statement not only adds to the already heightened anticipation for the game’s release, but also sparks the curiosity of fans about the possibility of an adaptation based on the world of Elden Ring.
This is not the first time a FromSoftware game has been considered for a film or TV adaptation. In fact, both Dark Souls and Bloodborne have been rumored to potentially receive a film or TV adaptation in the past, however, nothing has come to fruition. With Miyazaki’s mentioning of existing interest in an Elden Ring adaptation, coupled with Martin’s involvement, it seems that this time the possibility is much more promising.
Fans of the game have already taken to social media to share their excitement and discuss potential ideas for a film or TV adaptation. Some envision a Game of Thrones-esque series that delves deeper into the lore and world of Elden Ring, while others suggest a more action-packed film that follows the game’s protagonist on their journey.
The potential for an Elden Ring adaptation is not only exciting for fans, but also for the creators themselves who poured their creativity and passion into building this fantasy world. In the same interview, Miyazaki expressed his desire to see the game adapted into other forms of media, stating that “we would love for people to enjoy our world not only in games but also in other forms of development.”
It is clear that both Miyazaki and Martin share a deep love and passion for storytelling, and the thought of bringing their world to life in different forms of media is a thrilling prospect for both of them. As for fans, the idea of exploring the world of Elden Ring through a different medium is exhilarating and opens up endless possibilities for more content and stories to be told.
While nothing has been confirmed at this point, the mere mention of a potential Elden Ring adaptation has gotten fans excited and speculating about what the future may hold. With the game’s release just a few months away, the possibility of a film or TV adaptation has only added to the hype and anticipation for Elden Ring.
In conclusion, the possibility of an Elden Ring adaptation following the release of the game’s expansion, Shadow of the Erdtree, is an exciting prospect for fans and creators alike. The anticipation and speculation surrounding the potential for a film or TV adaptation have only added to the excitement for the game’s release in January 2022. For now, we can only hope that the interest in an adaptation becomes a reality, and that we will soon be able to explore the dark and mysterious world of Elden Ring in different forms of media.
