Fresh analysis by Alinea Analytics has provided insights into the unmatched player engagement of FromSoftware’s highly acclaimed 2022 release, Elden Ring. No flash in the pan, the action RPG, well known for its complex mechanics and sadistic Soulslike game mechanics, continues to attract its enormous player base, exhibiting unexpected longevity and dedication.
The statistics highlight Elden Ring’s rich influence, as a high percentage of its fan base has significant commitment. On Steam alone, an extremely impressive 10.2% of the player base took great lengths to achieve all the achievements, witnessing the extent of the game and the appeal of the challenge. PlayStation players are similarly not behind, with 10.9% attaining that coveted prestige. Even more remarkably, the report highlights that 45% of Steam gamers of Elden Ring have spent more than 100 hours in the game, a testament to its sheer amount of content and compelling replayability.
Pitted alongside modern peers like Baldur’s Gate 3 and Diablo 4, Elden Ring stands out in the highest percentage of players reaching the 100-to-500-hour play milestone. This figure reveals much about the game’s capacity to keep players coming back week after week and month after month, building a passionate fanbase willing to immerse itself in every single aspect of the Lands Between.
Its lasting longevity is also secured by its strong critical consensus, with a solid Top Critic Average of 95 on OpenCritic. The long critical consensus, along with strong base game and 2024 expansion Shadow of the Erdtree sales figures, also make it a modern classic. Looking ahead, the universe of Elden Ring keeps growing with upcoming releases such as Elden Ring Nightreign, providing additional cooperative gameplay, and an upcoming movie adaptation by A24. These upcoming releases guarantee the gigantic universe of Elden Ring will keep entertaining, inspiring fans, and engaging players alike for many years to come.
