Elden Ring Symphonic Adventure at the Palais des Congrès: we were there, we tell you all about it

Elden Ring fans? On January 13, Bandai Namco Entertainment and Overlook Events held the Elden Ring Symphonic Adventure concert at the Palais des Congrès in Paris. A unique concert combining symphonic music and game sequences in 4K. We were there, and tell you all about it!

How aboutElden Ring in concert? Bandai Namco Entertainment, in partnership with Overlook Events, is celebrating the phenomenal success of the video game with an exclusive concert tour, Elden Ring Symphonic Adventure. The first stage of this epic sonic adventure was held at the Palais des Congrès in Paris on January 13, 2024. Inspired by the world of FromSoftware, creator of the acclaimed Dark Souls series, Elden Ring has been making its mark since its release in 2022, selling over 20 million copies and winning the coveted title of GOTY 2022 at the prestigious The Game Awards ceremony.

Elden Ring Symphonic Adventure trailer:

Elden Ring Symphonic Adventure offers a unique concert hall experience, immersing the audience in the mystical world of the Interworld. A full philharmonic orchestra and choir perform the majestic compositions of FromSoftware's musical team, inviting spectators on an initiatory journey retracing the noble quest of the Shardless to restore balance to the Circle of Eden. The story ofElden Ring is thus integrated into the heart of this unique performance, offering dramatic resonance to the gameplay sequences presented on the big screen in 4K.

The immersive experience is accentuated by innovative lighting design and surround sound effects. Everything is perfectly synchronized with the visuals and music for unrivalled precision. This latest creation fromOverlook Events, known for worldwide successes such as Dragon Ball Symphonic Adventure and Assassin's Creed Symphonic Adventure, uses their exclusive Symphonic Narrative Experience system to immerse audiences in the world ofElden Ring.

Our review of the Elden Ring Symphonic Adventure concert at the Palais des Congrès:

A concert we were lucky enough to attend. And it was to a packed house that we took our seats, full of excitement. Everyone is a fan of the game, and awaits the arrival of the orchestra, which soon takes to the stage. First the choir, then brass and percussion. Then comes the biggest part of the orchestra, the strings, made up of violas, violins, cellos and double basses. All are announced by the evening's announcer, and each arrival of a group of musicians is applauded by the entire hall. First violinist Pierre Hamel arrives, followed by conductor Adrian Ronda Sampayo, to thunderous applause.

The concert begins. In all, two acts, each comprising six suites, take us to the heart of FromSoftware's game. We're taken back into the game and its history, in fast motion, offering the chance to relive battles against some of the game's most emblematic bosses (and their accompanying music): Margit the Fallen, Godrick the Grafted, Rykard the Blasphemer, Malenia sword of Miquella... These are just some of the battles that have given players a hard time, shown here in 4K sequences and accompanied by the symphony orchestra, who spare no effort in making us dream of defeating the Circle of Elden's shard-holders once again. It's beautiful, it's chilling, and that's what we're here for!

The concert comes to an end, with a standing ovation that lasts several long minutes and is richly deserved. And as an added bonus, the conductor takes us on a final tour with the orchestra to bring the evening to a fitting close. A last song for the road, making the fans' hearts beat one last time. A concert that's far more immersive than it seems, because in addition to the video and orchestra, effects are added throughout the three-hour show, with atmospheric mapping on the walls of the amphitheatre, and lighting effects on stage. It's beautiful, we're in the game, and we love it!

In short, we had a great time. Here's hoping for a new date in Paris... In the meantime, let the tour begin!

Sharing their ambition to expand the franchise and offer new experiences to their fans, Bandai Namco and Overlook Events offered an unforgettable evening forElden Ring fans. An opportunity to immerse yourself in the game's universe in a totally new way!