FromSoftware doesn't just want to make Soulslike games. The "Elden RingThe developer is working on "several new projects" that already sound exciting. While details are still scarce, CEO Hidetaka Miyazaki mentioned this in an interview with Game watch Some interesting hints have been dropped. Fans can look forward to new things – and possibly surprises that go beyond the usual Soulslike genre.
This is a huge step for a studio primarily known for developing the popular Soulslike games. Particularly intriguing is Miyazaki's statement about genre diversity, combined with job postings emphasizing "mecha design," strongly suggesting a new Armored Core project.
"Several projects in different genres are underway.", explained Miyazaki.I personally lead some of them, but not others. I think we can show you the new FromSoftware in many different ways.”
FromSoftware is more than just Dark Souls
FromSoftware is long since more than "just" the developer of Dark Souls or Elden Ring. The studio already proved its versatility back in the 90s: With King's Field It created an atmospheric dungeon crawler, while Armored Core The focus shifted to mecha action. Later, the team experimented with genres such as survival horror (to see), map-based ARPGs (Lost Kingdoms) and even an animal life simulator – yes, FromSoftware actually once developed a game that Animal Crossing resembles.
Although Soulslike games made the studio famous, this past shows that it is capable of much more than just dark fantasy worlds and brutal challenges. Miyazaki himself emphasized that there are currently no plans for... Elden ring 2 or Dark Souls 4 There is – at least not in his direct vision. Instead, the focus seems to be on exploring new genres and narrative styles.
A new chapter for FromSoftware
FromSoftware's potential is enormous. The opportunity to apply the studio's unique talents to new genres could not only thrill existing fans but also attract new audiences. The creative minds behind titles like... Sekiro and Bloodborne know how to develop groundbreaking games.
Perhaps soon with Sony, if the Takeover talks with Kadokawa Games, which includes FromSoftware, succeed.
