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Surprise Elden Ring Patch Notes Reveal Buffs and a Few Nerfs in Biggest Update in Years

The biggest Eldel Ring overhaul in years launches a 91‑score 'Tarnished Edition' with major buffs, a few nerfs, and fresh DLC.

By · Published September 2, 2026  03:44 UTC · Updated September 2, 2026  14:24 UTC

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What platforms receive the Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition?

The edition launches on Nintendo Switch 2, as confirmed by Nintendo.com.

Which new content does the DLC add?

Kotaku reports the DLC brings back a character from Dark Souls 2.

How have reviewers scored the update?

Digitally Downloaded gave the Tarnished Edition a 91 score in its initial review.

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  • Primary Driver: The biggest Eldel Ring overhaul in years launches a 91‑score 'Tarnished Edition' with major buffs, a few nerfs, and fresh DLC.
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The patch debuts a new Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition for Nintendo Switch 2, earning a 91 score in an early review. Players can dive into the revised meta immediately, and the community’s response will inform any follow‑up tweaks from the developers.

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