Morgan did share that his ideas predate events of The Crown, though he didn't offer any specific details about what exactly that would entail.

Source: https://comicbook.com/tv-shows/news/the-crown-creator-says-he-has-an-idea-for-a-prequel-series/

The other forms of PvP multiplayer in that predate the Colosseum incorporate Runes and Rune Arc rewards for defeating other players.

Source: https://gamerant.com/elden-ring-shadow-erdtree-dlc-runes-expansion-colosseum-armor-upgrades-faction-donations/

Those issues predate the pandemic.

Source: https://www.minnpost.com/greater-minnesota/2023/02/minnesota-democrats-might-spend-big-in-bid-to-fix-a-struggling-child-care-industry/