The Biggest Summer Game Fest Rumor Yet: Elden Ring 2 Announced During Secret Pre-Show Event, But It's a Hoax.
Viral rumors exploded online claiming that a fake Twitter account pretending to be FromSoftware announced "Elden Ring 2" just minutes before the official Summer Games Fest showcase. The post, featuring a poorly edited logo and a fake countdown, tricked thousands into thinking the sequel was real. Fact-checkers confirm the image was created using AI and the account was suspended within an hour. The real Summer Games Fest featured no such announcement, but the viral spread of the hoax proves the gaming community is ravenous for another hit from the studio. Real or fake? Definitely fake—don't fall for the Summer Games Fest hype trap.