A fan has completely recreated the Elden Ring in Excel

A Reddit user, brightyh360, recently shared an incredible project on the r/excel subreddit: a top-down version of Elden Ring recreated entirely within Microsoft Excel. This monumental undertaking consumed approximately 40 hours – 20 hours dedicated to coding and another 20 to rigorous testing and debugging. The creator proudly stated the accomplishment was worth the extensive effort.

This impressive Excel game boasts:

• A sprawling 90,000-cell map.
• Over 60 unique weapons.
• More than 50 different enemy types.
• A fully functional character and weapon upgrade system.
• Three distinct character classes (tank, mage, assassin), each with unique playstyles.
• 25+ armor sets to customize your character.
• Six non-player characters (NPCs) with engaging quests.
• Four distinct game endings to discover.

While entirely free to play, controlling the game requires keyboard shortcuts: CTRL + WASD for movement and CTRL + E for interaction. Reddit moderators have verified the file's safety, but users are advised to exercise caution due to the extensive use of macros.

Interestingly, the game's Erdtree has drawn comparisons to a Christmas tree, particularly on Christmas Eve. User Independent-Design17 suggests the Australian Christmas tree, Nuytsia floribunda, may have served as inspiration. They highlighted the striking visual similarities between the in-game Small Erdtrees and the Nuytsia. Further parallels exist in the game's lore: Catacombs, located at the Erdtree's base, represent the resting place of souls. Similarly, Aboriginal Australian culture considers Nuytsia a "spirit tree," associating its vibrant colors with the sunset – the perceived path of spirits – and each flowering branch symbolizing a departed soul.