Did you know Bandai Namco’s blockbuster Elden Ring also has an artistic persona? Okay, it might be considered a comprehensive masterpiece from a gaming perspective, but here, we’re discussing the genuine creations of artists.
Even if you haven’t played it, you’ve probably seen the famous opening act of Elden Ring at least once. It seems so artistic and classy, doesn’t it? It draws inspiration from a piece of art that encourages you to view it from an entirely fresh perspective.
Elden Ring Is Inspired By ‘Wanderer above the Sea of Fog’
Knowing that the famous shot that best reflects Elden Ring‘s mystical and gloomy atmosphere actually refers to the world-famous painting called Wanderer above the Sea of Fog will completely change your perspective on it.
After the game’s release, some observant fans raised questions and engaged in discussions on Reddit about this similarity. Some fans asserted that this was indeed true, claiming that the game drew inspiration from the renowned work of art. Others highlighted its artistic aspects, noting the numerous breathtaking cliff views resembling paintings scattered throughout the game.
Regardless, it makes perfect sense that FromSoftware would incorporate inspiration and references from various works of art into the game. Its romantic open world and atmosphere are extremely suitable for that.
Is Liurnia of the Lakes a Work of Art in Itself?
Of course, we would be doing an injustice to the game’s graphic quality and the massive open world if we talked only about this shot. Today, folks can see sights that resemble works of art wherever they go in Liurnia of the Lakes. Maybe, who knows, there might also be locations in the distant corners of Liurnia that allude to other masterpieces.
For those who don’t know, Wanderer above the Sea of Fog was painted by German Romantic artist Caspar David Friedrich in 1818. Besides, it depicts a man standing on a rocky cliff with his back turned, watching the foggy and gloomy weather. Moreover, it is touted as one of the masterpieces of the Romantic movement.
This really makes Elden Ring, FromSoftware’s magnum opus, all the better. Its gorgeous landscapes make it feel like a piece of art, and to be honest, the game isn’t that far from it.
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