Elden Ring Patch Delayed Due to Tsunami Warning
In a surprising turn of events, Elden Ring patch 1.02 has faced a delay, thanks to a tsunami warning issued across the Pacific. This highly anticipated update was set to introduce the much-awaited two-player mode, but safety has taken precedence.
The patch is now slated for release on Thursday, July 31, at 1am PT / 4am ET / 9am BST. Players have eagerly awaited this feature, which promised to enhance the cooperative gameplay experience significantly.
In addition to the patch delay, FromSoftware has announced that the return of the Everdark Sovereign will also be postponed until after the patch is deployed. This decision underscores the seriousness of the situation as evacuation orders have been implemented across various regions, including Hawaii, Japan, the Philippines, and several others.
Impact on Players and Game Reception
According to reports, a staggering 1.9 million people have been ordered to evacuate their homes to seek higher ground, as the northern Iwate prefecture has already experienced a tsunami wave of 4.3 feet (1.3 meters). While these events unfold, the gaming community remains focused on its latest titles.
This year saw the release of Elden Ring Nightreign, which, despite facing mixed reviews, has managed to maintain impressive sales figures. After its launch, the game hit a peak of 313,593 concurrent users on Steam, making it FromSoftware’s second highest on the platform, only behind Elden Ring itself.
Originally selling 2 million copies on its first day, Elden Ring Nightreign has now surpassed 5 million units sold within a few months of debuting, solidifying its position in the gaming market.