Bandai Namco Entertainment Asia is hosting its biggest-ever title showcase at gamescom asia x Thailand Game Show 2025, running from October 17–19 in Bangkok, and Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition is playing a key role in their presentation lineup during this major event.
The showcase promises hands-on gameplay, live stage action, and new feature reveals for fans, industry professionals, and media outlets, with Tarnished Edition positioned as a headline release for 2025. Exclusive demo stations will allow attendees to experience two new classes, additional weapon and armor sets, and a look at the fresh character customization options included in the Tarnished Edition.
Highlights and Features
- New Classes and Runes: The Tarnished Edition demo includes two new starting classes and runes for unique builds, revealed on the show floor alongside premium new armor sets and starting items, opening up enhanced progression options for veterans and newcomers alike.
- Gameplay and Cosmetics: Attendees can unlock and preview three new Torrent skins, with at least two shown during press-only and influencer events prior to the public launch.youtube
- Platform Debut: Tarnished Edition marks the debut of Elden Ring on Nintendo Switch 2, expanding access across multiple console platforms and letting fans test the game’s enhancements on new hardware.
Anticipation and Technical Notes
When Tarnished Edition appeared at Gamescom Cologne in August, the impressions were rough. Nintendo Life called the handheld performance “really bad,” comparing it to playing Ocarina of Time on N64. Bandai Namco wasn’t even allowing recording – never a good sign.
Fast forward to PAX West in September, and things had improved significantly. Frame drops still appeared in demanding areas like Stormhill, but they were far less intrusive. Pop-in was minimal, and the overall experience felt “perfectly serviceable” for portable play.
At PAX Australia (October 10-12), noted Soulsborne expert Lance McDonald got hands-on time with a much newer build. The game now runs at a stable 1080p resolution and 30fps in handheld mode, with visuals he described as “PS4 Pro style graphics”—a solid target for a portable console.
The Switch 2 can handle demanding games – Cyberpunk 2077 proves that – so it’s about whether FromSoftware nails the balance between visual fidelity and performance in both docked and handheld modes. It seems as if they’re on a pretty good way.
If you’re on the fence about which platform to choose, the Bangkok demos should provide the clearest picture yet of what to expect from the Switch 2 version.
Bandai Namco Event Focus
Bandai Namco is using gamescom asia x Thailand Game Show to profile Tarnished Edition amidst 11 major featured titles, creating dedicated areas for hands-on demos, live performances, and community activities. The event is designed both for the business side of the industry and for consumer excitement, reinforcing Southeast Asia as a major hub for game launches and fan engagement.
The Bigger Picture: Elden Ring in 2025
Three years post-launch, Elden Ring continues to dominate. With Elden Ring Nightreign dropping May 30, 2025, and now Tarnished Edition bringing new classes and Switch 2 portability, FromSoftware isn’t done with the Lands Between.
For veterans, the new starting classes offer fresh build opportunities and speedrun potential. The Heavy Knight’s optimized stat spread could shave minutes off any% runs, while the Knight of Ides’ early access to Milady opens up entirely new progression routes.
For newcomers, Tarnished Edition is the perfect entry point: the complete experience with all DLC and new content from day one. No season pass confusion, no wondering if you need to buy expansions – just the definitive version of one of the decade’s best games.
Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition is poised to generate extensive interest at gamescom asia x Thailand Game Show, further energizing the global Soulslike fanbase and offering fresh ways to explore the Lands Between. If you’re in Bangkok October 17-19, the early hands-on opportunity is worth checking out.
Are you ready to be Tarnished all over again?
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