The Game Awards has turned into one of the most monumental yearly events in the gaming world, not only for honoring the best but also being the stage for huge announcements that completely change the industry hype. This year, FromSoftware, the famous game maker of Dark Souls, Bloodborne, Sekiro, and Elden Ring, will be the center of attention. The collaboration of rumors, insider leaking, influencer hints, and even the marketing strategy all lead us to the same result: FromSoftware is going to announce something big at The Game Awards, and gamers are already getting ready for a revolutionary moment in the history of gaming.

 

Usually, FromSoftware doesn't get the limelight without a reason. It has been the practice of the studio to make phenomenal announcements akin to the drop of a new genre. The Game Awards, 2017 saw the announcement of Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice while E3, 2019 saw the launch of the first trailer for the, one the most celebrated games of the decade, Elden Ring. It is natural then, to have extremely high expectations considering the past practices. With Shadow of the Erdtree now over and fan noise for the next one thing, this winter could be the studio's most awaited announcement since the unveiling of Elden Ring.

Why This Year’s Game Awards Matter More Than Usual

Geoff Keighley's events have continually been a significant marketing medium for the Japanese game industry, but this year it is a little more than that. FromSoftware has not said anything for a long time after the Shadow of the Erdtree release, and the studio's silence normally denotes only one thing: there is a big project in the works. Statements made by Miyazaki have pointed towards the existence of several projects being developed at the same time, some of which will be "new experiences" and the others "extensions of existing worlds."

 

Moreover, the timing of The Game Awards is perfect for publishers and therefore provides the best opportunity for them to showcase their products. The marketing for Elden Ring's DLC has come to an end, the marketing energy is down, and FromSoftware's parent company, Kadokawa, has already hinted at upcoming "major releases" in its financial reports. When publishers talk about their big games just before the winter showcases, it is almost a sure sign that the announcements will be in sync with The Game Awards.

What Fans Believe Might Be Announced

  • Elden Ring 2

The most anticipated announcement, the one that fans are craving the most, is Elden Ring 2. The first installment alone sold more than 25 million copies, which makes a follow-up not only possible but rather unavoidable. Although FromSoftware generally steers clear of direct sequels, the world of Elden Ring is so large that it can still be opened up without losing its original charm.

 

A presentation at The Game Awards, however small, would generate a cultural event that would surpass any other announcement in the year. Even a brief CGI teaser would keep the conversations alive for several months.

  • Bloodborne Remake or PC Release

The rumor that just won't go away is this. Bloodborne is still considered the most wanted remaster among the gaming community. Sony has been taking care of its older exclusive titles by remastering and the collaboration with FromSoftware for supervision is believable. Notoriously the Game Awards have been one of the events used by Sony for teasing third-party games.

 

What the community wishes for :

  • A complete remake like Demon’s Souls
  • A PS5 makeover
  • Or just the long-delayed PC port

Any of these would cause an uproar on the internet.

  • A New Armored Core

Armored Core VI has been getting a lot of positive reviews and it is not a surprise that FromSoftware will take advantage of this success. The company has a history of releasing sequels to Armored Core titles quicker than those of fantasy games, and fans are already thinking that a teaser for the next installment might just show up sooner than anticipated.

  • A Brand-New Franchise

Hidetaka Miyazaki has publicly expressed his desire to venture into new genres and build new worlds. If FromSoftware unveils a completely original game, maybe sci-fi, horror, or even something completely abstract, it will definitely be one of the most awaited games of the decade right away.

According to leaks from the industry insiders, there is a “new project with a unique combat identity” that is going on for a while, but its type is still a mystery.

Clues Hinting at an Upcoming Reveal

FromSoftware's quietness has been broken by small clues that keep spreading rumors. The director in his interviews after the game Shadow of the Erdtree used interesting words about “the future expansions of the worlds we’ve built”. Kadokawa's investors' presentations are always talking of an “unannounced premium game” as the main highlight. The actors from former FromSoftware projects have also made ambiguous online comments that fall very nicely into the Game Awards advertising cycle. At the same time, a bunch of well-known leak sources say that Keighley himself has been “hinting privately” about a huge Japanese studio reveal, something he has done before Elden Ring announcements. 

 

Besides speculation, FromSoftware's marketing pattern is always so good that it allows one to predict its moves with confidence. The company usually discloses the project's status two to three years after the largest expansion or release cycle and thus late 2024 or 2025 would be the ideal time for the next announcement.

Why Fans Expect an Elden Ring Universe Expansion

In case the sequel to Elden Ring does not come, the universe might still get bigger through other means. FromSoftware has been hiring narrative designers, world planners, concept artists, and cinematic creators so rapidly that it seems like a huge open-world project is underway.
 

The gaming community often mentions the following :

  • The lore of Elden Ring is purposely left open for interpretation
  • There are still narrative threads that could be explored after Shadow of the Erdtree
  • The Lands Between is still too rich to be confined in one game

Miyazaki has claimed that he enjoys narratives that “evolve beyond one game,” which has been one of the reasons for the theories to grow that the Elden Ring world will return in some form sooner than expected.

Possibility of Multiple Announcements

FromSoftware is now significantly different from the tiny company it used to be. The situation where only one announcement for players could be done at a time has ceased to exist, as there are now multiple teams working at the same time. Production-wise, it would be quite possible for the studio to simultaneously reveal a remake and a new project, just like the case with the overlap of Sekiro and Elden Ring.

 

This scenario has turned out to be a major debate among the industry analysts who think that FromSoftware is going to have a "multi-pipeline phase" similar to those of the top global AAA studios. 

 

Even if the announcements are not all made at The Game Awards, the insiders are of the opinion that this event would signify the start of a new era for the reveals of FromSoftware.

Community Reactions and Growing Hype

Whenever FromSoftware keeps quiet, the fan base automatically turns to detective work. There are lots of speculation threads, lore theories, and even some past reveal cycles' timestamps in social media platforms. Influencers who are known for Soulslike coverage have started to tease “exciting end-of-year expectations” and Reddit communities have set the countdown to reveal their excitement.

 

For some players, a FromSoftware announcement is not just an announcement but a cultural event. The games from the studio create communities of fans with intense emotions, along with speedrunning, investigating, build creating, running-game legends, and the millions of players who regard each title as an epic journey.

 

The announcement of a new game would instantly claim the totality of the gaming talk for the entire year.

Why the Hype Is Justified

FromSoftware has cultivated an exceptional reputation; they did not just stick to a particular genre with their major releases but rather set new standards for the whole industry. 

  • Dark Souls made the action RPGs much better.
  • Bloodborne brought back the classic horror in a good way.
  • Sekiro claimed the title of Game of the Year.
  • Elden Ring has already established high open-world standards.

Not so many developers in the industry have such a constant output, and gamers continue to count on FromSoftware to bring innovative experiences over and over again. Actually, their games are very much like hand-made, have a deep atmosphere, are difficult and at the same time very powerful in terms of emotional impact, but still not many other developers can reach that level.

 

This notoriety also adds more fuel to the fire around the next FromSoftware reveal, be it a sequel, a remake, or a new IP, it is almost certain that it would be a landmark event for progressive gaming.

The Game Awards Stage Is Perfect for FromSoftware

FromSoftware and Geoff Keighley have a relationship that has been characterized by a series of game reveals over the years. Keighley has a penchant for highlighting big Japanese games, and his events have turned into the best places for worldwide announcements. His events lead to viral buzz, massive audiences, and instant cultural relevance, these are just the kind of things that FromSoftware likes to give to its products.

The situation with the timing, the platform, and the prevailing quiet all together create a perfect scenario for a big reveal.

What If There Is No Announcement?

The hype is huge; however, players need to take into account that FromSoftware might decide to hold the release up for a little while longer. The company has a reputation of showing only when a game is completely finished and has never been in a hurry to make announcements due to marketing trends. 

 

If nothing is shown, fans will feel let down but the rumors will keep coming. FromSoftware’s upcoming title is real, Kadokawa has affirmed it and it is just a question of time until the public gets to see it.

Conclusion

An avalanche of speculation, financial clues, insider assertions, and FromSoftware’s tradition of revealing major titles at great events have all contributed to the hype surrounding The Game Awards to an unprecedented level. If the developer announces Elden Ring 2, a new Bloodborne, a new Armored Core, or something completely new, still any of the doubtless FromSoftware's participation will be the main event of the festival.
 

Fans are now in suspense, hoping for what could be the most significant announcement in the gaming world this year.