Bandai Namco invites players back to the treacherous land of Lordran with Dark Souls: Remastered , and re-experience the genre-defining title that kicked off a worldwide gaming phenomena in stunning high-definition detail. Dark Souls: Remastered marks the Dark Souls series debut on a Nintendo platform and for the first time ever, can be played on the go with the unique capabilities of the Nintendo Switch console.

Dark Souls: Remastered enables players to explore the twisted ancient land of Lordran in the first title of the critically acclaimed action role-playing series like never before. Experience the rich world of Dark Souls in Dynamic 4K resolution when playing on a PS4 Pro, Xbox One X, and PC (Steam).  From their first timid steps to absolute mastery, players will build their characters by strategically adapting to daunting foes, exploring haunting locations, and amassing a large collection of weapons, armor, and magic spells to wield for a truly unique playstyle.

Hidden in the world of Dark Souls: Remastered are nine online covenants to uncover that will motivate your online interactions. Collaboration or confrontation, support or betrayal – which allegiance will you choose? Up to six players can join together online to help, or hurt, each other throughout their quest.

The release date for the Nintendo Switch version has now been pushed back to this summer.

The new release timing gives the development team the time needed to make sure Nintendo Switch players can fully appreciate the true Dark Souls experience anytime and anywhere, thanks to the unique portable nature of the Nintendo Switch console.

Additionally, the Solaire of Astora amiibo has also been postponed with the same timeframe.

Dark Souls: Remastered will be available May 25, 2018 for the PS4, Xbox One and PC (Steam), with a Nintendo Switch version to follow this summer. Dark Souls: Remastered is currently pending a final rating with the ESRB and will carry a MSRP of $39.99 on consoles.