Elden Ring to Receive Live-Action Film Adaptation Directed by Alex Garland

Elden Ring, the popular video game, is set to expand beyond gaming with the announcement of a live-action film adaptation. Bandai Namco and A24 revealed that the movie will be directed by Alex Garland, known for his work on films such as Ex Machina and 28 Days Later. The game, developed by FromSoftware and released in 2022 across multiple platforms, has achieved widespread acclaim. Players take on the role of the Tarnished, tasked with restoring the Elden Ring by defeating challenging bosses in the Lands Between. A spin-off game titled Nightreign is also scheduled for release in 2025. The film adaptation signals potential for the Elden Ring franchise to extend beyond its origins in gaming.