George R. R. Martin Reveals 'There Is Some Talk About Making a Movie Out of Elden Ring,' but There's One Big, Obvious Thing That Could Limit His Involvement With It – IGN Fan Fest 2025

George R.R. Martin has hinted at a potential Elden Ring movie, but acknowledges a significant obstacle to his involvement. The Game of Thrones author's world-building for FromSoftware's best-selling 2022 game was heavily featured in promotional materials and credits. While sidestepping questions about a sequel, Martin confirmed discussions about an Elden Ring film adaptation during IGN Fan Fest 2025. This isn't the first such tease; FromSoftware president Hidetaka Miyazaki has also expressed openness to an adaptation, but only with a strong partner to handle the production aspects. However, Martin admitted his ongoing work on The Winds of Winter may limit his participation in any Elden Ring movie. The long-awaited sixth book in A Song of Ice and Fire series continues to face delays, with Martin acknowledging the possibility it may never be completed. He described his Elden Ring contribution as extensive world-building, focusing on the history preceding the game's present, including the magic and runes. He collaborated with FromSoftware over several sessions, providing background details that informed the game's rich lore. While much of his work was incorporated, Martin suggests there's additional material that could be utilized in future projects. He draws a parallel to Tolkien's extensive background material, highlighting the vastness of world-building in epic fantasy.