FromSoftware’s Elden Ring has officially crossed 30 million units sold globally, publisher Bandai Namco confirmed today. The figure includes both physical shipments and digital sales across all available platforms since the game’s release in February 2022.

The milestone solidifies Elden Ring as the most successful title in FromSoftware’s history, eclipsing the combined sales of the entire Dark Souls trilogy. For comparison, the Dark Souls franchise had sold approximately 27 million units as of its final update.

Shadow of the Erdtree Boosts Momentum

Sales received a notable bump following the release of Shadow of the Erdtree, the game’s long-awaited expansion that launched in June 2024. The DLC sold over 5 million units in its first three days, making it one of the fastest-selling expansions of the current console generation.

Critics and players alike praised the DLC for its challenging new bosses, dense world design, and lore-heavy storytelling—hallmarks of the studio’s formula that continue to resonate with a global audience.

An Industry Juggernaut

Elden Ring’s staying power has been remarkable. Even three years after release, the game maintains a healthy player base across PC and consoles, aided by regular updates, community-driven events, and speedrunning popularity on platforms like Twitch and YouTube.

The game also set a new benchmark for open-world design, earning numerous Game of the Year awards in 2022 and spawning countless imitators. According to industry analysts, its commercial performance could influence future publishing decisions around high-budget, single-player titles.

What’s Next for FromSoftware?

While Elden Ring continues to dominate, speculation is mounting around FromSoftware’s next major project. Studio head Hidetaka Miyazaki has previously hinted at a desire to “explore new ideas,” though no official announcements have been made. Rumors persist about a new IP or a return to the Armored Core franchise following the moderate success of Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon in 2023.

For now, Elden Ring remains the studio’s crown jewel—an open-world RPG that has redefined what players expect from the genre, and a commercial juggernaut that continues to break records nearly every year since launch.