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Elden Ring players believe they found DLC’s location on map FromSoftwareSome Elden Ring fans believe they’ve found the location of the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC on the game’s map. The first trailer for Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree DLC dropped this past week, and has left fans speculating about every little detail. Players are trying to figure out how characters fit into the greater lore and how the DLC could shed new light on what has happened in The Lands Between. They have even put in the work to find where the physical location of the DLC will be, and the Elden Ring community think’s they’ve figured it out. Elden Ring fans predict the DLC’s location The theory was shared on the Elden Ring subreddit, where the original poster an image of the game’s map, with the location of each Divine Tower highlighted, and then lines showing the middle point between them being in the middle of a previously-inaccessible spot. In sharing the photo, they also ask: “Are the divine towers holding the veil?” In the base game, this area can’t be reached, as it is comprised of a large sea and a part of it hidden by a mysterious cloud. It’s always been an intriguing area for the Elden Ring players, and now it seems like it could be the answer to one of the DLC’s biggest questions. “The land around the central sea consists entirely of sheer cliffs too, with no beaches. It’s like a huge chunk of land was there that got teleported out of existence.” The community is referencing the game’s lore as to why this theory could work. Shadow of the Erdtree is set to take place in an area called Land of Shadow, which many believe references the character of Marika literally removing it from the map. One user even pointed out that another player previously glitched their way into the cloud and found a place that looked perfect for a location to be added. Others are a little more skeptical of the idea, with one fan pointing to Hidetaka Miyazaki’s claim that the DLC map would be larger than the area of Limgrave. However, some have come to explain this away, as one person says: “Maybe not on the surface, but there could also be an underground section that adds to the total size of the DLC area.” While the exact location for Elden Ring’s expansion is far from proven, the community is sure to continue scrutinizing everything they can to figure it out before its release on June 21st.

Elden Ring players believe summons are “no longer optional” in Shadow of the Erdtree FromSoftwareMany Elden Ring players believe summons are no longer optional in Shadow of the Erdtree as the community struggles to beat the game’s toughest bosses. From Putrescent Knight to Messmer the Impaler, Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree is home to plenty of tough bosses. In fact, many players and streamers like Asmongold have been struggling to beat these fearsome foes. The difficulty spike has proven so harsh that unhappy Tarnished have flocked to Steam to share their displeasure, giving the game a “Mixed” review rating. Even publisher Bandai Namco recently had to give out advice to those struggling. Despite all of the above, the most shocking turn of events is the community’s new stance on summons – an area that has proven controversial since the original Dark Souls. “I am myself an oldschool Souls gamer and I was one of the people who refused to use summons, since I wanted to play the old way, the ‘ethical’ way I told myself. But let me tell you, they are no longer optional,” wrote one player on the Elden Ring Reddit page. The commenter explained how they were struggling against one particularly tough boss, but just couldn’t get past them no matter how hard they tried. “I was on my 64th try at the dragon dancer (2nd boss for me) and I couldn’t get him below 1/3 hp. I just couldn’t. Then I threw my pride out the window and just started using mimic and he was dead second try. The boss had gone from 10/10 difficulty to maybe a 3/10. Like the fight was actually kinda chill to play.” Summons have long been controversial in the Souls community, with many believing they take away the challenge and can even trivialize boss fights. This was especially true in the base game of Elden Ring, where the Mimic Tear proved to be incredibly strong. After all, having an exact copy of yourself that can be buffed with Talismans is always going to be controversial. However, with the community struggling to beat many of the DLC’s brutal bosses, many have begun to change their views on these AI units. “I personally play to complete the game. Now the warrior within me allows 10-15 tries for every boss 1v1, but after that, if I fail, I use the summon,” wrote another player. “I have no regrets. Too old for this.” Other commenters were keen to highlight how there is no real middle ground when it comes to summons, with one player noting how they provide a double-edged sword that hinders the gameplay experience, even for those who want to use them. “I like the idea of spirit summons as a mechanic, but I feel like my options here are: use them and make most boss fights trivially easy. Don’t use them and make the boss fight an exercise in mental stamina,” explained one player. “Neither of these options are giving me that high which previous Souls games did, where it felt like bosses were intense enough that I had to ‘git good’ but were still manageable.” Summons still drive a lot of discourse in the Souls community, but if you’re having a tough time, then you may want to dust off your Mimic Tear and let them take some of the heat.

Elden Ring players are laughing at “easy” Malenia fight after beating DLC DexertoElden Ring’s toughest boss is being scoffed at after the DLC has honed players with its own challenges. Elden Ring, like any FromSoftware game, is defined by the level of hardship that it puts its players through. In the base game, the embodiment of that struggle was Malenia, Blade of Miquella, thanks to her Waterfowl Dance and insane health-on-hit mechanics. Of course, with the release of Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, a host of new obstacles have come to the game in the form of new bosses. The initial shock of its difficulty spike saw the expansion’s Steam rating drop to ‘mixed’ after frustrated players left their feedback. Those who stuck it out have been tempered in the fires of Shadow of the Erdtree and come out hardened. To the point that players like Reddit user Oath_Br3aker are laughing at how “easy” bosses like Malenia feel after trudging through the DLC. Shadow of the Erdtree’s bosses are notably more aggressive than their base game counterparts. DLC roadblocks like Golden Hippopotamus, Messmer the Impaler, and even Divine Beast Dancing Lion all begin their encounters by quickly closing the gap and unleashing powerful combos. Malenia by comparison is far less aggro thanks to her slow walk toward the player allowing time for buffs, summons, or even charged spells. Her comparative lack of poise to bosses like Commander Gaius and Promised Consort Radahn is also a refreshing change of pace. Players have gotten confident since facing Shadow of the Erdtree’s bosses and are deriding Malenia in droves. “Malenia is slow-mo now. Her second phase is a bit more of a challenge but I still think a few bosses from the DLC clear her easy in the difficulty department,” one claimed. “If it wasn’t for Waterfowl she wouldn’t be hard at all,” another replied. Malenia is still an incredibly difficult boss to take down in our own experience but perhaps we’ll find her easier after our own Shadow of the Erdtree playthrough. If you’re still struggling with the Blade of Miquella, we do have a guide on how to beat her.

Elden Ring player kills Shadow of the Erdtree’s final boss without dodging or blocking FromSoftwareElden Ring bosses offer some of the toughest fights in single-player RPGs, and the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC has raised that to a new level. Very light spoilers ahead. One of the most challenging is usually Promised Consort Radahn, but one player has managed to overcome the god without dodging or blocking. Over on YouTube, Elden Ring player Recjawjind managed the incredible feat with an exceptional build that prioritizes durability and health regeneration above all else. The first and most obvious way that Recjawjind is able to get health back is using life steal, so every time they hit a portion of the damage dealt is returned as health. This is largely done via Malenia’s Great Rune, which specifically grants life steal after taking damage (which obviously happens a lot.) This effect is magnified thanks to the Godskin Swaddling Cloth Talisman. This triggers when the player is able to hit successive attacks, granting 30 + 3% HP back to the player each time they strike successfully after the first hit. He also makes excellent use of Blessing Boon, which returns 8 hp/s as a passive effect. From there, it’s a combination of really intelligent itemization and well-timed skill usage that gets them through to the end. The get-out-of-jail-free card comes in the form of Crimson Bubbletear, which grants an automatic 30% heal when the player drops below 20% overall health. This is perfect for the meteor section of the fight, which is usually enough to drop player health bars between 50-80%. The only issue with Crimson Bubbletear is that the heal won’t pop if a single attack brings the player’s health below zero. This means that Recjawjind had to ensure their health remained above the amount of damage dealt by Radahn in his final salvo. Overall, it’s a hugely impressive achievement considering how difficult the boss is. Many in the community have even complained that he’s too tough, and that fighting him is not fun as a result.

Elden Ring player dominates multiplayer as Sonic the Hedgehog FromSoftware/SegaElden Ring PvP is filled with plenty of Tarnished that are looking to flex their broken builds, but one player has been beating the competition as Sonic the Hedgehog. Just like previous Soulsborne games, Elden Ring enables players to create some incredibly detailed characters. From deadly Darth Maul builds to truly cursed character designs, there are plenty of options available for Tarnished looking to recreate or make their own original avatars. However, the latest build that has proven popular amongst the game’s community is none other than Sega’s iconic blue hedgehog – Sonic. In fact, the iconic videogame mascot has been running rings around opponents, proving that speed really is the key to victory. Not only is this recreation of Sonic incredibly hilarious, but the build also looks pretty powerful, especially when your foes don’t know how to react. Sonic the Hedgehog recreated in Elden Ring Elden Ring PvP can be extremely challenging. It’s in this competitive environment where players often duke it out with broken meta weapons. However, there are times when Tarnished showcase a number of unique builds that often leave their foes gobsmacked. Well, YouTuber Marco Yolo, did just that when they invaded other players’ worlds as Sonic the Hedgehog. Decked out from head to toe in blue, the content creator began to demonstrate just how hilarious their build was. By utilizing the Lightning Ram skill, Marco Yolo was able to constantly roll towards his foes, bombarding them with a non-stop barrage of attacks until they were eliminated. If Sonic’s enemies managed to get around his speedy moves, then Marco simply knocked them out with a pair of Lightning Caestus – the game’s deadly boxing gloves. It may not be the most conventional build in Elden Ring, but it is certainly one of the most creative we’ve seen. Make sure you check out our Elden Ring page for all the latest news and guides. Elden Ring Uchigatana | Elden Ring Moonveil Katana | How to change your appearance in Elden Ring | How to respec your character | Academy Glintstone Key | Smithing Stones | Elden Ring Stonedigger Troll | Elden Ring Margit the Fell Omen | Elden Ring Tree Sentinel | Elden Ring Grave Warden | Elden Ring Pumpkin Head | Elden Ring Soldier of Godrick | Elden Ring Godrick the Grafted | Elden Ring Red Wolf of Redagon | Best Elden Ring settings

Elden Ring player discovers perfect Black Blade Kindred cheese strat FromSoftwareThe Black Blade Kindred is an optional boss in Elden Ring, but Tarnished looking to take down this mighty gargoyle need not fear, as one crafty player has discovered the perfect strategy for achieving an easy victory. Elden Ring’s Black Blade Kindred boss fight can be pretty tricky, especially since this monolithic creature has a tremendous amount of reach. In fact, a couple of swings from its gigantic halberd are all it takes to send players back to the nearest Site of Grace. While you can simply avoid this encounter and run into the safety of the Bestial Sanctum, those looking to take down this beast will need to exercise caution. Well, that’s unless you don’t wish to fight the game’s stone gargoyle fairly. After all, why waste time clashing swords when you can simply get the Black Blade Kindred to do all the work for you? Elden Ring Black Blade Kindred boss fight cheese Whether it’s using broken weapons or exploiting certain glitches, the Soulsborne series has always had a number of cheesy methods players can use to take down their foes. Fortunately, Elden Ring shares this theme as well, which is particularly useful for any Tarnished looking to claim an easy victory. If you’ve reached Dragonbarrow, then chances are you’ve encountered the Black Blade Kindred. Not only does this gigantic gargoyle hit incredibly hard, but it is also pretty tanky and can take a while to defeat. This is especially true when stumbling upon it during the early-game. While it can be tempting to simply run away, one player has discovered a hilarious strategy that sees the boss literally kill itself. Here’s how you can replicate this technique to claim an instant victory over your rocky opponent. Rest at the Bestial Sanctum Site of Grace. – Run outside and head over to the left side of the building. – Lure the Black Kindred over to the cliff edge. – Slowly make your way round to the back of the Bestial Sanctum. – Have the boss stand next to the stone column. – Bait it into doing attacks until it performs a back hop. – Due to the lack of space, the Black Blade Kindred will simply fall to its death, giving you a free victory that requires very little input. It may not be the most flashy way to defeat this beast, but it certainly gets the job done. Make sure you check out our Elden Ring page for all the latest news and update. Elden Ring Uchigatana | Elden Ring Moonveil Katana | How to change your appearance in Elden Ring | How to respec your character | Academy Glintstone Key | Smithing Stones | Elden Ring Stonedigger Troll | Elden Ring Margit the Fell Omen | Elden Ring Tree Sentinel | Elden Ring Grave Warden | Elden Ring Pumpkin Head | Elden Ring Soldier of Godrick | Elden Ring Godrick the Grafted | Elden Ring Red Wolf of Redagon | Best Elden Ring settings

Elden Ring player discovers item that stops the worst enemies from attacking you The Land Between is a massive landscape waiting to be explored, and a player has just discovered an item that keeps Elden Ring’s worst enemies at bay, making it easier than ever to adventure. Elden Ring is From Software’s latest breathtaking experience, and players are constantly sharing their new discoveries. From giant dogs with t-rex bodies to hidden NPC shops, there are a lot of secrets players still haven’t uncovered. However, exploration in Elden Ring is often hindered by the game’s dubious enemies. These living, breathing roadblocks are as blood-thirsty as they are brutal, and even Torrent can’t gallop past everything. The worst among Hidetaka Miyazaki’s creations are the dog-type enemies. Packs of wolves and mange-ridden mutts have been the bane of Souls players for quite some time, but not anymore, thanks to a special item. Elden Ring’s Beast-Repellant Torch Twitter user ‘ZullieTheWitch’ recently posted about Elden Ring’s magical torch, claiming it to be the best item in the game. Why? According to its in-game description, the Beast Repellant torch has an aroma that “pacifies wild beasts.” Many users, including Zullie, began discussing how the torch had changed the game for them. Zullie wrote: “It makes dogs, historically the worst enemy in every Souls game, not attack you. It even works on the big dogs.” Another user asked if by “big dogs,” they meant the t-rex dogs in Caelid, and users responded with a resounding ‘yes.’ Others initially thought the description was a joke, but were surprised when the torch actually worked. However, it doesn’t work on all animals: The giant sloth-bears still maul players, and birds of any sort couldn’t care less for your newfound aroma. Spoilers for an item in Elden Ring – _ _ _ I have found the best item in the game in a random shop in the middle of nowhere. There is a torch that “”pacifies beasts”” and it makes dogs, historically the worst enemy in every Souls game, not attack you. It even works on the big dogs.— Zullie (@ZullieTheWitch) February 28, 2022 Beast-Repellant Torch location in Elden Ring If you’re looking to make traveling a bit easier, you’ll be happy to know that the Beast-Repellant Torch can be found fairly early on in the game. The torch is sold by a merchant in the Isolated Merchant’s Shack in Caelid. This is a POI located close to the Limgrave border. It is recommended that you travel here during the day, as it is invaded by a powerful enemy at night. Players can buy the torch for 1,200 Runes, and it can be upgraded with Smithing Stones. The image below shows the location of the Merchant. For more Elden Ring, here’s where you can find the Berserk Greatsword, which is an homage to the late Kentaro Miura.

Elden Ring player deals record-breaking damage to the DLC final boss FromSoftwareAn Elden Ring player inflicted record-breaking damage in one shot to Consort Radahn in NG+7, Elden Ring’s toughest difficulty. While many players deemed Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree’s final boss as “unfun”, this player decided to show off how easy defeating Promised Consort Radahn could be. In a Reddit post on the Elden Ring subreddit, a player shared a video of them dealing a devasting 143,411 damage to the final boss. That was impressive in itself, but they also did it on the game’s toughest difficulty. The player faced off with the boss and managed to deal this damage using the incantation Ancient Dragons’ Lightning Strike. The video demonstrated the first chunk of damage immediately sending Radahn into the second phase of the battle, but after they skipped the cutscene, the rest of the damage wiped him out completely. Players in the replies were more impressed by the number of buffs that the player applied to deal this damage, with one player saying “Tfw the buffs form a longer line than your healthbar.” Another player noticed how some of the buffs disappeared almost right after they defeated Radahn. A reply then explained how “he had a razor thin margin to trigger the other three buffs and get the attack off.” Although the original poster never detailed every single buff, some detective players spotted buffs such as Maddening, Bleed, and Poison boosts, alongside the Bloodsucking and Lightning-Shrouding Cracked Tears. This wasn’t the only time a player had beat the DLC final boss in a unique way, as someone defeated him without dodging or blocking. Another player had even taken down the boss Messmer with a saxophone. This was a highly impressive achievement that has yet to be overtaken, but Elden Ring players are known for their tenacity and it wouldn’t be surprising to see another talented player beat this damage record.

Elden Ring player beats boss using bizarre Ring Fit mod FromSoftwareElden Ring is a tough game filled with all kinds of nightmarish terrors, but one talented streamer has been beating bosses with the Ring Fit Adventure controller. The Soulsborne series has always been home to some insanely skilled players and incredible challenges. From playthroughs that involve Guitar Hero controllers to adrenaline-fueled no-hit runs, FromSoftware’s beloved titles have been beaten via a variety of methods. While Elden Ring has only just launched, that hasn’t stopped one streamer from styling on one of the game’s bosses with his Ring Fit Adventure controller. Not only was Super Louis 64 able to defeat this bloodthirsty foe, but his setup allowed him to stay fit in the process. Elden Ring streamer beats boss with Ring Fit Adventure controller Elden Ring isn’t an easy game to play at the best of times. In fact, one false move or mistimed attack can result in a quick death. This is especially true when facing the game’s more agile foes. However, just like previous Souls games, a number of streamers have been creating exciting challenges that aim to make their playthrough even harder. One of these players is none other than Super Louis 64 – a talented modder and content creator. While Louis is no stranger to creating unique ways to play through his favorite games, the streamer recently demonstrated his latest invention. Using the Nintendo Switch Ring Fit Adventure controller, Louis took on the Bloodhound Knight Darriwil. This optional boss is known for its sporadic movement and attack patterns, which makes dodging his slashes a little tricky. Fortunately, Louis wasn’t deterred and he gallantly jogged into battle with his trusty Ring Fit controller. While jogging continuously on the spot, the streamer used the fitness game controller to run rings around the boss. He methodically unleashed a number of well-timed slashes and dodge rolls, before finally landing the killing blow. “My favorite part and the worst part is that when you hold heal, it doesn’t work,” explained Louis. “But, just like in Ring Fit Adventure, if you squat you do something. Well in this one, when you squat, you heal.” Not only did Louis make the entire fight look easy, he even managed to beat Bloodhound Knight Darriwil on his first try. This entertaining challenge may be a tough one, but it’s certainly a great way to burn some calories and stay fit in the process. Make sure you check out our Elden Ring page for all the latest news and guides. How to change your appearance in Elden Ring | How to respec your character | Academy Glintstone Key | Smithing Stones | Elden Ring Stonedigger Troll | Elden Ring Margit the Fell Omen | Elden Ring Tree Sentinel | Elden Ring Grave Warden | Elden Ring Pumpkin Head | Elden Ring Soldier of Godrick | Elden Ring Godrick the Grafted | Elden Ring Red Wolf of Redagon | Elden Ring Rennala | Best Elden Ring settings | Elden Ring Flying Dragon Agheel | Elden Ring horse guide | Elden Ring Starscourge Radahn

Elden Ring PC requirements: Recommended & minimum specs From SoftwareElden Ring is finally among us, but the question remains: can your PC handle FromSoftware’s brutal RPG adventure? Below are the minimum and recommended system requirements for a seamless PC gaming experience. Thankfully, despite the game‘s impressive visuals and complex mechanics, Elden Ring’s PC requirements are more forgiving than one might expect. Released on February 25, 2022, for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S, as well as PS4 and Xbox One, Elden Ring caters to both current and next-gen consoles, making it accessible to a wide range of PC configurations. In fact, some PS5 owners are worried that Elden Ring won’t look as good as the PS5 remake of Demon’s Souls, to which Elden Ring is a spiritual successor. Luckily, this isn’t something PC players of Elden Ring need to concern themselves with. Here are the minimum and recommended system requirements to run Elden Ring on PC. Elden Ring’s open areas have stunning day/night cycles. Elden Ring system requirements on PC Below we’ll reveal the minimum system requirements to run Elden Ring on PC. We’ll also include the recommended settings to run the game in at the most ideal spec. All figures come courtesy of publisher Bandai Namco and developers FromSoftware. Minimum specs Here’s what you’ll need to run Elden Ring on PC: Recommended specs Here are the recommended system requirements to run Elden Ring on PC: So, that’s what you’ll need to run Elden Ring on your PC. For more Elden Ring guides and news check out some of the articles below: Everything we know about Elden Ring | Elden Ring at risk of major security flaw | Elden Ring character classes | Is Elden Ring a Souls game? | Elden Ring hands-on

Elden Ring patch updates Shadow Realm Blessings to make game easier FromSoftwareFromSoftware has released a new patch for Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree DLC that makes the game easier, but only if you engage with one of its gameplay systems. Throughout the Shadow Realm in Elden Ring’s DLC, the player can find items called Scadutree Fragments and Revered Spirit Ashes. Scadutree Fragments increase your stats, while Revered Spirit Ashes power up your Spirit Ashes. The problem is that some players are ignoring this mechanic, either because they are unaware of how it works or because they don’t find enough to make a difference. This means the Elden Ring DLC boss fights are a lot harder for them, as the game expects you to be using the Shadow Realm Blessings. A post on the official Elden Ring Twitter/X page has announced the release of patch Version 1.12.2. Not only does this update address some of the graphical issues on PC, but it tweaks the power of the Shadow Realm Blessings. According to the patch notes on the Elden Ring website, “Attack and damage negation curve scaling of the Shadow Realm Blessings have been revised. “The attack and damage negation has been increased for the first half of the maximum amount of Blessing enhancements, and the second half will now be more gradual. The attack and damage negation granted by the final level of Blessing enhancements has been slightly increased.” This means that players will benefit more from Shadow Realm Blessings during the game’s early stages, while it will be slowed later on, with a bigger increase when you max them out. Chances are, you’ll need to max them out if you’re going to take on the DLC’s nightmare of an end boss. Hopefully, this patch will make Shadow of the Erdtree less frustrating. Fans are complaining about the DLC’s punishing and unfair difficulty, so those players no longer have an excuse not to take the gift of the Shadow Realm.

Elden Ring patch buffs Starscourge Radhn, reversing patch 1.03 mistake Bandai Namco/From SoftBandai Namco has issued update 1.03.3 for Elden Ring to iron out a mistake made in update 1.03 to one of the game’s bosses. Here are the latest Elden Ring patch notes for From Software’s ambitious RPG title. Patch 1.03.2 for Elden Ring was released on March 23, bringing a slew of fixes to bugs that prevented the player from getting the most out of the RPG. Targeting a litany of issues that prevented the player from using the Ash of War and blocking progress through Nepheli Loux’s questline. In the progress of remedying these issues, Bandai Namco inadvertently created another issue within the game based around the Caelid demigod, Starscourge Radahn. What happened to Starscourge Radahn? As a result of patch 1.03.2, Radahn, formerly one of Elden Rings most destructive bosses, has been nerfed, leaving him a shell of his former self — as far as From Software bosses go. When the player would face off against the demigod, Radahn’s attacks were noticeably weaker, allowing for an easier battle. 1.03.3 Patch buffs Starscourge Radahn Bandai Namco released a small patch across all platforms on April 4 that addressed the unintentional nerf given to Radahn. Releasing a tweet to address the sole purpose of the quick patch, the official Elden Ring Twitter account stated that “patch 1.03.3 fixes a bug in the balance adjustment of the boss “Starscourge Radahn,” which the power of some attacks was unintentionally reduced.” Regulation file update 1.03.3 for #ELDENRING is available now: it fixes a bug in the balance adjustment of the boss “Starscourge Radahn” in update 1.03, in which the power of some attacks was unintentionally reduced. Details: https://t.co/jfxHatTALZ— ELDEN RING (@ELDENRING) April 4, 2022 While the patch doesn’t address which attacks were directly impacted by the accidental nerf, From Software has restored their chaotic optional boss to his original fighting shape. If you’re looking to go against the newly adjusted boss in light of this recent patch, be sure you’re at least level 70 or using a well-built character in Elden Ring. Read More: Asmongold explains why Elden Ring is one of the “greatest games” he’s ever played – Starscourge Radahn can be found at the Redmane Castle in southwestern Caelid. But beware, with the restoration of Radahn’s prowess, you will be up against an opponent who has access to an array of instant-kill” attacks.

Elden Ring patch adds Torrent to final boss battle FromSoftwareElden Ring’s 1.12 patch adds an ability for players to summon Torrent in the final boss battle. When it comes to Souls games, boss battles are always the toughest to beat, and Elden Ring‘s count among the most challenging combat scenarios. Even the best streamers like Kai Cenat had to grind for hours to defeat the likes of Mohg and Malenia. The final boss in the game, Elden Beast is especially difficult due to its massive stature and rage-inducing abilities. As such, players have long requested a feature that would allow them to summon Torrent the Spectral Steed, so they can dodge attacks and move around the area more easily. Now, Shadow of the Erdtree DLC is out with a new patch 1.21 that makes changes to the base game, and players can summon Spectral Steed during the Elden Beast the boss battle. Soon after the patch went live, players rushed to share clips on social media of their encounter with the Elden Beast as they rode Torrent. One such player said, “I always suspected Torrent was meant to be part of that boss fight.” Another chimed in, “Holy s**t, I’m surprised they listened to the complaints. I already absolutely loved the fight. Fitting that Torrent finishes your journey with you though.” A third player said, “Finally! The absolute worst part of that fight is chasing Elden Beast from one end of the arena to the other constantly.” A fourth one wrote, “Completing the game two more times in the past two weeks for achievements, with friends also doing the same. This aspect of the fight had us banging our heads against the wall. Glad future runs will have it though.” Apart from summoning the Spectral Steed during the final boss battle, players can also access five new hairstyles, enable or disable individual Summoning Pools, and much more with the update 1.12 in Elden Ring.

Elden Ring mod removes Shadow of the Erdtree’s Scadutree Blessing grind FromSoftware/Bandai NamcoElden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree DLC introduced an entirely new scaling mechanic but if you’re not into it, a new mod lets you ignore it completely. It feels like a given talking about any FromSoftware expansion but Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree DLC is tough. So tough that players have dropped its Steam rating to ‘mixed’, citing the punishing nature of the newly added bosses. A big part of this has to do with the DLC largely ignoring your levels and build crafting in favor of a new scaling system. Players can collect Scadutree Fragments in order to up their damage and resistances to bring them more in line with enemies in the Land of Shadow. Raising your Scadutree blessing level does a lot to make Shadow of the Erdtree an easier experience but the grind to hunt down all the Fragments can be time-consuming. If that doesn’t float your boat, the Normalized DLC Damage mod does away with this new system altogether. For those wondering how all this works, Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree DLC acts as a sort of equalizer regardless of your character’s stats. Coming into the Land of Shadow, late-game characters will experience relatively similar levels of damage output and intake as one another. To mitigate this, players can find Scadutree Fragments and spend them on increasing their damage and defense within the DLC area. This necessitates a bit of a hunt for all 50 fragments to get the maximum level of buffs. The Normalized DLC Damage mod does three things to bring the DLC more in line with the base Elden Ring experience: Makes incoming and outgoing DLC damage similar to the base game. – Makes Spirit Summon damage and resistance the same as the base game. – Removes Scadutree Fragments from the DLC entirely and replaces them with Rune Arcs. – For players who don’t want their character’s effectiveness to be hampered by a collectible hunt, this is a massive plus. Although, the creator of the mod did list a small caveat. “The mod was only tested on a fresh character with zero Scadutree fragments collected,” they cautioned. “No idea how it affects saves that already collected some.” It should also be noted that the mod is only available for players on PC. Console players will have to resign themselves to Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree’s Scadutree Fragment grind.

Elden Ring mod adds Rings of Power crossover as Sauron stalks The Lands Between Warner Bros. / FromSoftwareAn Elden Ring modder has brought The Dark Lord Sauron to the Lands Between, just in time for the release of the Lord of the Rings prequel on Amazon Prime. The parallels between Elden Ring and Lord of the Rings are plain to see. This is unsurprising as Game of Thrones creator George R.R. Martin, who helped create the lore behind Elden Ring, has often cited the work of Tolkien as a major influence. In fact, Middle Earth, the setting of Lord of the Rings, was one of the sources of inspiration when the writer was sculpting the world of FromSoftware’s hit title. Now, one player has taken the similarities one step further by bringing LotR antagonist Sauron to the Lands Between in an Elden Ring mod. Created by MaxTheMiracle, this mod sees the player’s Tarnished reskinned as the Dark Lord himself, complete with his signature armor and terrifying helmet. YouTuber GardenofEyes shared a video of the mod in action, and showed Sauron tackling one of the game’s many enormous bosses. As the build is still a work in progress, the movest being used was actually from a different mod and didn’t make use of any of the character’s own skills. This mod was dropped early to celebrate the release of The Rings of Power series on Amazon Prime, a Lord of the Rings prequel set thousands of years before Frodo graced Middle Earth. So far, Sauron has only featured in the opening prologue of the show, but fans are speculating that a number of characters could actually be the villain hiding in plain sight. If the trailers are anything to go by, it shouldn’t be too long until he makes his presence known. In the meantime, while the show’s plot continues to unravel, you can get your fix of Mordor by downloading this Elden Ring mod and conquering the Lands Between.

Elden Ring mobile game with Genshin Impact like microtransactions reportedly coming FromSoftwareA new rumor states that Tencent is developing a mobile version of Elden Ring with a different approach to monetization than the original game. The action RPGs produced by FromSoftware, including Elden Ring, feel like the furthest thing away from being appropriate fits for mobile devices. They are extremely dark, violent, rely on environmental storytelling, and don’t fit the gacha format. More importantly, the tight controls needed to survive the hardest bosses in Elden Ring would be nearly impossible to emulate on a phone’s touchscreen. Sure, there are mobile controllers, but that means cutting down the prospective audience by a huge amount. These issues may not have slowed down Chinese gaming giant Tencent, as a new rumor states that Elden Ring could be coming to the smaller screen with a style evoking the success of Genshin Impact and Honkai Star Rail. Elden Ring Mobile is rumored to be in development A new rumor reported by Reuters states that Tencent is working on a mobile version of Elden Ring, which started shortly after the company bought a 16% stake in FromSoftware, with a prototype in the works, despite slow progress on its build. It seems that the game will be different from the original version of Elden Ring, mostly due to its monetization practices. According to Reuters, Elden Ring’s mobile version will use in-app purchases rather than a one-time payment. It’s unclear whether this mobile game is a straight adaptation of Elden Ring to mobile devices or whether it will be some chopped-up attempt at mimicking the formula codified by Genshin Impact. The control issue is a major one, as a key part of Elden Ring’s appeal is its incredible combat system. This will be incredibly difficult to emulate on mobile devices. Also, the punishing difficulty will be off-putting to a lot of the casual market that mobile games appeal to. Elden Ring may form the foundation for a new type of mobile game that reuses many of the assets from the original title rather than trying to adapt it with some gacha mechanics thrown in. Fans are eager to return to the world of Elden Ring, but this cursed wish from the monkey’s paw is the farthest thing from what they wanted. There’s a lot of scope for returning to the setting, but not so much on the tiny screen of a mobile phone.

Elden Ring mobile: Everything we know about the F2P port From SoftwareA mobile port of FromSoftware’s Elden Ring is reportedly being worked on, so here is everything we know of the free-to-play port. Released in 2022, Elden Ring was FromSoftware’s magnum opus, gaining not just 2022’s Game of the Year while racking up the most Game of the Year awards in history, but also the studio’s best-selling game by a long shot. And with the game’s unbridled success that’s still lauded to this day, a report by Reuters revealed that the Chinese game publishing giant Tencent is working on a mobile version of the game. So here is everything we know of Elden Ring mobile. Elden Ring mobile: Release date In Reuter’s report, there was no mention of a release date or window, nor do we know how long Tencent has been working on it, only that they’ve been working on it for a while. However, it is mentioned that “progress has been slow” on the development of Elden Ring’s mobile version, so it may be a while before we have a look at it. We will let update you here when we know more of its release date. Elden Ring mobile: Developer In the report, all we know is that Tencent is working on the game. Of course, Tencent is a massive games publisher with a plethora of studios as either subsidiaries or ownership of. We don’t know which studio will be is in charge, however, in the past when Tencent has developed mobile versions of existing games such as Call of Duty and Pokemon, TiMi Studios has been in charge. However, we will update you here when we know more of who is in charge of its development. Elden Ring mobile: Gameplay There was no mention of what the gameplay will be like in the report, however, it’s most likely that it will follow Elden Ring’s (and by extension FromSoftware’s) third-person soulslike gameplay. Another detail we got about its gameplay is that Tencent wants to make the game free-to-play with in-app purchases similar to Genshin Impact. In Genshin, players can play the game to unlock characters through gacha pulls, however, can pay for banners attempts until they get the character they want, and it seems Elden Ring’s mobile version is looking to be similar to that.

Elden Ring streamer beats Messmer on PC & PS5 at the same time using insane controls Bandai NamcoElden Ring streamer MissMikkaa defeated Messmer on PC and PS5 while using a controller and dance pad at the same time. MissMikkaa is known as a veteran Elden Ring streamer who often turns the already trying experience into even more of a challenge. In one such challenge in 2023, the content creator took down Malenia on PC and PS5 simultaneously, with a DualSense in hand and a dance pad at her feet. She’s since beaten every Shadow of the Erdtree boss with a dance pad, too. However, the streamer wasn’t content with securing these victories alone. MissMikkaa revived her “Ultimate Challenge Run” for a fight against Messmer, the Impaler, one of Elden Ring’s toughest boss characters. The run required the streamer to play Shadow of the Erdtree on PC with a dance pad and on PS5 with a controller. “After 3 streams, 8 hours, and 136 tries,” she managed to dispatch Messmer on both platforms simultaneously. In footage of the challenge’s final minutes, MissMikkaa can be seen beating Messmer first on PC via dance pad controls while frantically trying to keep him at bay on PS5. Upon wearing Messmer down in Elden Ring’s PC version, the streamer turns all of her attention to the PS5 battle. The Impaler falls for a second time in a matter of moments. Once the fighting’s done, MissMikkaa checks her smartwatch and notes that her heart rate’s topped 102 beats per minute – “that’s the highest I’ve seen ever,” she said on the stream. Suffice it to say, viewers were impressed by the feat. One person replied to the Twitter/X clip by saying, “the human mind is capable of crazy things.” Someone else commented on how difficult it must be to keep track of the action on both screens, writing, “I’m getting a headache from just watching the two screens at once wtf.” The streamer’s still has room for more Ultimate Challenge Runs, too. After wrapping up the successful July 17 run, MissMikkaa kicked off another controller and dance pad stream on July 18.

Elden Ring DLC’s Messmer boss kills himself due to weird bug Bandai NamcoElden Ring players have encountered a bug that sees Messmer the Impaler kill himself during one of Shadow of the Erdtree’s toughest boss battles. Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree DLC is filled with challenging boss fights, from Divine Beast Dancing Lion to Midra, Lord of Frenzied Flame. The Messmer battle counts among the most difficult, featuring a two-part fight whose second phase involves a giant serpent. While players have suffered through hours of trial and error, some have defeated the Impaler by sheer luck. As one Reddit user demonstrated, Messmer can take his own life by accidentally falling off the fighting platform. Redditor X1Reaper1X shared footage of their final 30 seconds in the Messmer battle, which shows the boss’ serpent form suddenly falling off the map and dying. All things considered, this made for a relatively easy win as seen in the following clip: Naturally, users can’t help but wonder why the arena’s presumed “invisible boss walls” didn’t prevent this from happening. Some Elden Ring players think the Messmer bug may constitute an online-specific glitch since similar clips and reports also include summons. “This happened when I was a summon for someone,” reads one such reply. “It must be some sort of online bug because every clip I’ve seen has involved summons,” another user noted. But solo players have thrown a wrench in this theory by claiming they, too, have encountered the error. Thus, Messmer’s proximity to the arena’s edge during the second phase may be the primary cause of the glitch. “Apparently, if he’s by the edge and turns into a snake, he’ll just fall down,” one person wrote in the thread. Regardless, Elden Ring players have more than one way to take Messmer down – at least until this is likely fixed in a future update.

Elden Ring manga delayed so author can play Shadow of the Erdtree Yen PressThe creator of the popular Elden Ring manga is halting production so that they can play the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC with everyone else. One of the hardest parts about working in an industry related to gaming is how hard it is to take time off during a popular release. A suspiciously timed illness or poorly booked dentist appointment doesn’t really cut it when everyone at work knows what’s up. Well, the author of the Elden Ring: Road to the Erdtree manga isn’t making any excuses. Shadow of the Erdtree might be the most anticipated video game expansion of all time thanks to its record-shattering reviews and our own perfect score is among them. For that reason, Elden Ring: Road to the Erdtree’s author Nikiichi Tobita has announced loud and proud that there will be a slight delay in the manga’s release schedule. They want to enjoy the DLC just like everyone else it seems. In a post on their X account, Tobita announced that following the release of the 45th chapter of the Elden Ring manga, they would be taking a “hiatus”. Specifically to play the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. Fans of the manga are hoping that this means characters and story threads from the DLC will make it into Road to the Erdtree. Some have even asked directly if the hiatus is a “research trip”. For those unfamiliar with the Elden Ring manga, Road to the Erdtree takes readers on a hilarious journey through the Lands between. It’s a departure from the more somber tone of the game that presents more sassy versions of its characters and incorporates popular memes and inside jokes in its retelling. You can read the first few chapters of the manga online using comic-walker. If you like what you see, the prospect of some adventures through the Land of Shadows should be exciting.

Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree trailer has players preparing for “Malenia 2.0” Bandai NamcoElden Ring fans think they’ll be battling “Malenia 2.0” based on Messmer the Impaler’s appearance in the Shadow of the Erdtree trailer. Malenia counts among the most difficult bosses in FromSoftware’s open-world epic. This particular Elden Ring character boasts a devastating flurry attack that can even strike down the toughest Tarnished if not properly dodged. Interestingly enough, dataminers have found evidence suggesting Malenia provided a much bigger challenge in pre-launch builds. Now there’s reason to believe that FromSoftware has created yet another boss fight that will keep players on the edge of their seats. Such a battle will appear in the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. Elden Ring fans think Messmer the Impaler is “Malenia 2.0” Elden Ring’s announcement trailer for Shadow of the Erdree spends a decent chunk of time focusing on the Tarnished’s battle against a brand-new foe – Messmer the Impaler. Presumably the DLC’s big bad, Messmer strikes at the Tarnished with unforgiving fire-based attacks. At one point, it looks like the character’s fire abilities deal area-of-effect damage that could prove grueling if players aren’t especially careful. It’s no surprise, then, that Elden Ring faithful are already preparing themselves for another Malenia-level boss fight. While sharing a screenshot of Messmer on the Elden Ring subreddit, one user wrote, “I can already tell this guy’s gonna be Melania [sic] 2.0.” Replies to the Reddit post show that many players agree – Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree may very well unleash a Malenia-like threat on the new Land of Shadow setting. One user shared this sentiment in a popular comment that reads, “The trailer really went out of its way to hype Messmer up. I bet that fight is disgusting.” Another eager fan wrote, “I’m gonna get so frustrated, I’ll need to eat a cookie and take a nap afterwards. I can’t f***ing wait.” Of course, attempts at making a Malenia and Messmer gameplay connection have led to some thinking the two may share a bond in the lore, as well. One such theory posits, “Every other set of demigods… is a trio except for Miquella and Malenia. I’ve always assumed that Melina was the third child of Marika and Radagon, but maybe this ‘Messmer’ is.” Players will be able to uncover Shadow of the Erdtree‘s many mysteries when the DLC arrives this summer on June 21.

Elden Ring legend ‘Let Me Solo Her’ reveals secret to beating all bosses From SoftwareLegendary Elden Ring player Let Me Solo Her is doing much more for players than simply helping them beat Malenia. Let Me Solo Her has become the Internet’s favorite Tarnished since their name started trending. The now-legendary Elden Ring player is encouraging others to summon him into their game, then for them to stand back while he effortlessly duals the game’s hardest boss, Malenia. He then defeats her without taking a scratch. It’s impressive, mostly because not only is Malenia widely considered the hardest boss in Elden Ring, she’s also a contender for the hardest boss in the entire Souls series. This naturally puts her in the conversation for one of the hardest bosses in all of gaming. Let Me Solo Her is destroying Malenia Not only does Let Me Solo Her takedown Malenia on his own, without taking a hit, he does so as a Furled Finger. This is a co-op summon in Elden Ring which means he’s a nerfed version of his build with limited access to healing items when compared to the game’s host. Read More: How to beat Malenia in Elden Ring – Due to the game world featuring 2, sometimes 3 players, Malenia will be buffed to account for this increase. This means that Let Me Solo Her isn’t just killing the vanilla Malenia, he’s beating her at close to double strength. He’s also doing so with relatively basic items, naked, with just a pot on his head. Check out Let Me Solo Him in action below: However, there’s much more to Let Me Solo Her than a good Samaritan helping his fellow Tarnished overcome an especially difficult boss. The real value of Let Me Solo Her in Elden Ring While the player likely is doing what he’s doing out of the goodness of his heart, a hefty number of runes, and perhaps to go down in Elden Ring history as a legend, he’s also communicating one very important message. And that is that any obstacle can be overcome in Elden Ring through skill and practice. Remember, Let Me Solo her isn’t entering games wearing the best armor and geared up for a fight, he’d likely get slashed to ribbons by Malenia if he stood still. However, he won’t get slashed to ribbons because he knows exactly when and how the boss is going to strike. Let Me Solo Her has learned Malenia’s move set, knows her weaknesses, and exploits her openings with surgical precision. While the community has hyped his actions, they’re focusing on his deeds and failing to see the wider lesson that Let Me Solo Her is teaching us. That is that all we need to overcome a tough boss in Elden Ring is skill, which is something any of us can develop through practice.

Elden Ring poised to break The Last of Us Part 2’s Game of the Year record Sony, Bandai NamcoFromSoftware’s Elden Ring is so highly regarded that it could soon break The Last of Us Part 2’s Game of the Year record. Despite the title’s divisiveness in the lead-up to and after launch, The Last of Us Part 2 went on to become the most-awarded game in history. The Naughty Dog sequel won a grand total of 322 Game of the Year awards in 2020, a feat many thought would be impossible to repeat. But Elden Ring has proven time and time again that the impossible isn’t far out of reach. As such, it should come as no surprise that FromSoftware’s groundbreaking open-world adventure is nipping at The Last of Us’ heels. Elden Ring is poised to set a new Game of the Year record Since 2018, a ResetEra thread has tracked Game of the Year wins across the industry. Unsurprisingly, Elden Ring sits at the top of the stats for 2022 with a whopping 321 wins, thus far. This means the Lands Between-set adventure is just two GOTY victories away from besting The Last of Us Part 2 as gaming’s most-awarded experience. It’s worth noting that a previous posting in the thread claimed Elden Ring had earned 323 Game of the Year awards. The post has since received an update (on January 3), noting that “duplicates and a [miscount were] removed.” Given that some publications have yet to announce their winners, it’s possible that Elden Ring will edge out The Last of Us in the weeks ahead. Notably, God of War Ragnarok, Dexerto’s GOTY winner, has earned 74 awards, making it the second most GOTY-awarded title of 2022. Immortality comes in third place with a total of six wins, thus far. And Pentiment and Horizon Forbidden West round out the top five with four Game of the Year victories apiece.

Elden Ring is the first FromSoftware game to be beaten without fighting a single enemy From SoftwareElden Ring is FromSoftware’s largest game to date, but it is also the most broken giving players the ability to beat the game without fighting a single enemy. Speedrunning, in a general sense, is a fascinating portion of gaming, especially when examining the Souls games. These titles require inherent skill to beat, so watching people play these games perfectly while attempting to beat the game in a half-hour is a feat to behold. Games like Dark Souls, Sekiro, and Bloodborne are known for their intense boss fights and precise combat. But speedrunning has found a way to make these bosses feel less intimidating, and sometimes they are skipped entirely. Nonetheless, players always end up having to face at least one of these bosses when speedrunning. That is until runners found a way to break Elden Ring and become the Elden Lord without laying a hand on a single foe. Elden Ring beaten without killing any enemies If you’ve been keeping up with Elden Ring speedruns, you know how wild it’s been over the past month. The run went from 1 hour to less than 30 minutes in the span of a week. Now, it seems like every other day the run has one or two minutes shaved off. At the time of reporting, Distortion2 holds the record at eight minutes and 56 seconds. While a normal playthrough can take upwards of 100 hours to complete, runners have broken the game with two mechanics. The first is a wrong warp. This is where players warp to an area they haven’t discovered by quickly exiting the game during the teleport animation. The second, and most crucial to the run, is the zip glitch. The zip is done by running the game at exactly 60 FPS by lowering the game’s resolution. Players then hold a great sword or shield in the blocking position and tap forward to the beat of a metronome. When done correctly, the player will fly across the map for a certain distance. WORLDS FIRST SUB 9 MINUTES IN ELDEN RING. I cant believe this game ended up being so broken. Imagine beating a Souls game without fighting anything 🤣 pic.twitter.com/mmJQcRVMHh — Distortion2 🕐 Elden Ring DLC (@Distortion_2) April 11, 2022 Sound crazy yet? We’ve only just scratched the surface. Before this week, runners had to defeat the four bosses at the end of the game: Maliketh, Hoarah Loux, Radagon, and Elden Beast. Then, players discovered the zip could be used to skip all bosses except Maliketh. However, it was theorized that if a zip location was found, players could skip all four bosses. It just so happens, that skip was found making Elden Ring the first FromSoftware Souls game that can be beaten without killing a single enemy. Technically, they are dead If you watch the run you may notice that some of the bosses are dying on screen and there are messages saying “god slain”. But the player isn’t technically fighting any of the bosses. What’s happening is players are sending their character outside of the intended playspace unloading the geometry of the world where the boss is located. With no ground to stand on, the boss falls to its death. The current Elden Ring Any% run involves using a metronome to exploit a glitch in the blocking animation which sends you flying many miles outside the intended play space, causing the geometry of the whole world to unload to save memory and making the final boss fall to its death — Len (@TilFolkvang) April 9, 2022 This trick is used to… get rid of Maliketh, Hoarah Loux, and Radagon. So no, the player is not killing any of the bosses nor dealing direct damage. He is simply making the boss fall through the floor. For more Elden Ring, check out our hub for speedruns including the fastest Any% times, methods, and more!

Elden Ring is getting a massive two-volume official art book in November 2022 FromSoftwareBandai Namco announced that its smash-hit title Elden Ring is getting a massive two-volume art book in November 2022. Elden Ring took the gaming community by storm in early 2022, even becoming the most watched game on Twitch ahead of Warzone. Half a year after release, fans are still exploring every inch of The Lands Between, taking in all its beautifully haunting sights. Now, Bandai Namco has announced Elden Ring is getting a huge two-volume art book in November 2022, which will give fans an even more detailed look at the game’s world. Elden Ring art book coming November 2022 According to Bandai Namco, these two volumes will launch simultaneously on November 30, 2022. According to the Japanese outlet Famitsu.com, the reason for dividing the art book into two volumes was due to the large amount of art included in the package, which houses over 800 pieces of new artwork. Volume 1 contains art used in the game’s opening cinematic, as well as environmental concept art and player armor concept art. Volume 2 will contain artwork of the game’s expansive list of weapons and enemies, with the end of Volume 2 featuring artwork of elements that made their way into the final game. In total each art book will contain over 800 pages filled with never before seen concept art from The Lands Between, with each volume costing ¥4,400 or around $32/£26. Additionally, fans can purchase the “Volume I & II ebtenDX Pack” for ¥17,600 (around $126/£105), which includes both volumes as well as a framed, high-definition art piece of Godfrey, First Elden Lord and a three-sided box that houses both volumes. Unfortunately, Bandai Namco has not announced an official global launch for Elden Ring’s official art books, but considering the global popularity of the game, an announcement seems quite likely.

Elden Ring icon ‘Let Me Solo Her’ gifted an actual sword by devs Twitter: TsuboiKleinBandai Namco has given the fan-favorite Elden Ring player ‘Let Me Solo Her’ a real-life Sword replica as well as other goodies after they went viral for their heroics in fighting Malenia. Let Me Solo Her, also known by their online handle Klein Tsuboi, has become a legendary player among the Elden Ring community. It became a meme seeing a barely-dressed man with a sword take on Malenia, the Blade of Miquella, arguably the toughest boss in the game. However, he stood at the gates waiting for any player who needed a hand. Players stepped aside to make way for them, and in a show of skill and expertise they took her down with the bare minimum. As a result, Let Me Solo Her has taken down Malenia single-handedly more times than any other player — more than 2,000 times. Bandai Namco has been watching from afar though, and has sent a gift to the Elden Ring legend to commemorate their impressive efforts. The gift arrived in a custom box with a wooden carving of Malenia. They were also given a copy of the Elden Ring map and some sort of cloak. Bandai Namco also added in a personalized letter, congratulating them on all their efforts. However, the main attraction has fans going crazy. Let Me Solo Her has now got a life size sword from Bandai Namco. The blade of the sword even has the quote “Rise, Tarnished” written across it. Thank you @BandaiNamcoUS and @ELDENRING for giving me this gift and congratulating me for being #LetMeSoloHer . I can still remember my first experience with the soulsborne series and almost quitting because of Iudex Gundyr in Dark souls 3. I’m glad I persisted and (1/3) pic.twitter.com/w2FF77HRnO — KleinTsuboi (@TsuboiKlein) July 6, 2022 Let Me Solo Her is still offering up help to any Elden Ring players who require it too. He has become an icon figure in the Elden Ring community, and this recognition from Bandai Namco has further elevated their status in the community.

Elden Ring icon ‘Let Me Solo Her’ eyes new challenge in Shadow of the Erdtree Let Me Solo Her/FromSoftware/Bandai NamcoIn the nascent days of Elden Ring’s release, a legend was born. A scantily clad student of the blade called ‘Let Me Solo Her’ who did just that. Now as the Shadow of the Erdtree looms, a new chapter is ready to be written. It’s not very common for a player of a game to become just as memorable as a character within it but if anyone has, it’s Elden Ring legend Let Me Solo Her. This jar-headed Tarnished rose to prominence by charitably annihilating the game’s penultimate challenge, Malenia Blade of Miquella. Struggling Elden Ring players the world over have been blessed by the benevolence of Let Me Solo Her who has even given their own guidance on how to take down the game’s hardest boss. Their legend became so widely known that FromSoftware gifted them an actual sword for their contribution to the game’s community. To this day, they can still be found waiting outside Malenia’s boss room ready to lend their aid. According to an Interview with IGN however, that may all be about to change. Let Me Solo Her claims to have ‘had their fill’ of the goddess of rot and has their sights set on new challenges in the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. Let Me Solo the Elden Ring DLC Speaking to IGN, Let Me Solo Her revealed that they had spent roughly 1,200 hours in Elden Ring fighting Malenia and had “probably defeated her about 6,000-7,000 times by now”. Their excitement for the upcoming Shadow of the Erdtree DLC might finally be enough to pry them away from their quest though. “Soulslike games have a history of their DLCs being the best part of the game, and I trust that Mr. Miyazaki will give us another masterpiece to enjoy,” they explained. Of particular interest to Let Me Solo Her was the intriguing new antagonist for the Elden Ring DLC, Messmer the Impaler. “The new boss is especially exciting as he might be a lost sibling to Malenia and equal in terms of difficulty,” they elaborated. Whether we’ll see Let Me Solo Her on the front lines helping players with Messmer remains to be seen. “I welcome the challenge and hope newer fans of the genre will also enjoy the difficulty as well,” they said. “I’m not too sure if I will solo the newest boss yet. I will have to see what the boss will be like.” If they do decide to once again bestow their help on battle-weary Tarnished in the DLC, they may have to change their name to Let Me Solo Him. Of course, there’s no telling if Messmer will be the Elden Ring DLC’s hardest challenge as Miyazaki himself has confirmed that there will be optional bosses of similar strength to Malenia.

Elden Ring: How unlock Dark Moon Greatsword by completing Ranni’s quest From SoftwareSecuring the Dark Moon Greatsword in Elden Ring is no small feat, as it’s one of the most potent weapons in the game. Here’s your guide to obtaining this enigmatic and coveted blade. The Dark Moon Greatsword has a rich history within the Souls series, appearing in previous games under variations of its name, such as the Moonlight Greatsword, while retaining its iconic design. Like several other items, such as Elden Ring’s version of the ‘Cursed Blade’ the Moonveil Katana, the Dark Moon Greatsword is a staple of FromSoftware’s games and was bound to show up in Elden Ring after also appearing in Demon’s Souls, Dark Souls 1, 2, 3, and Bloodborne. Some fans even suspect that the sword represents a universe-hopping connection between all those games, while others simply think it’s just a fun Easter egg for long-time fans. Whatever the case may be, here’s what you’ll need to do to unlock the Dark Moon Greatsword in Elden Ring. Contents How to unlock the Dark Moon Greatsword – Finding Ranni in Elden Ring – Playing through Ranni’s quest – Locating the Dark Moon Greatsword – How to unlock the Dark Moon Greatsword Unfortunately, the Dark Moon Greatsword isn’t something you can simply go and pick up by traveling to a destination or killing an opponent. It’s a reward for a rather long-winded and complicated side quest that puts you on the path to one of the game’s alternative endings. You’ll need to have met Ranni, sided with her, and completed her quest to unlock the Dark Moon Greatsword, after becoming her champion. If you want the sword, but not Ranni’s ending, you can still complete the quest, then opt for a different ending when the time comes. Finding Ranni in Elden Ring You’ll first meet Ranni in Elden Ring at the Church of Elleh early in the game. She’s the well-hatted blue lady who gives you the Spirit Calling Bell and introduces herself as Renna. Later you’ll be able to meet her again at the top of Ranni’s Rise. To do this, you’ll need to have worked your way through Caria Manor in Liurnia of the Lakes, defeated Royal Knight Loretta, and unlocked the area behind it known as the Three Sisters. You’ll need to have defeated Rennala for Ranni to appear, but you’ll also need to have defeated Radahn for the game’s story to progress to this point. If Ranni still doesn’t spawn, then try resetting your hostility at the Church of Vows using a Celestial Dew. This is because you may have entered into a conflict with one of Ranni’s underlings by progressing through the story or other NPC quests. Once Ranni appears, she should offer you the opportunity to join her service. If not, then try speaking to the Wizard Rogier at the Round Table Hold and follow his quest for a while. He will eventually ask you to pledge yourself to Ranni as a spy. Ranni will see through the deception but will still invite you to join her. You can however choose to remain loyal to her if you like. Playing through Ranni’s quest After entering Ranni’s service, you’ll be unable to leave Ranni’s Rise until you’ve spoken to her three lieutenants Half Wolf Blaidd, the obnoxious Seluvis, and friendly giant blacksmith Lji. You’ll likely have met Lji and Blaidd already on your journey. With Radahn dead, you’ll be able to enter the Eternal City of Nokon through the crashed star that fell to The Lands Between after that battle. Here you’ll be able to find the Fingerslayer Blade and return this to Ranni. Ranni will give you the Carian Inverted Statue and send you to the Carian Study Hall and ask you to place the statue on the altar. This will unlock the top of the Divine Tower of Liurnia meaning you’ll be able to find the important Cursemark of Death on Ranni’s original body. However, look out for the powerful wizard defending this area. This will then unlock the tower Renna’s Rise and you’ll need to go and use the portal there to be transported to the Ainsel River Main. Here pick up the Miniature Ranni and talk to it three times at the Site of Grace. She’ll eventually talk to you and ask you to find and slay a mini-boss called the Baleful Shadow, who looks familiar. The Baleful Shadow mini-boss The Baleful Shadow can be found in Nokstella, Eternal City, and defeating it will release Ranni’s soul. You can’t use Spirit Summons for this battle and there’s no nearby summoning pool for co-op. So, unless you recruit a friend for this fight, it will need to be fought one-on-one. Once the Baleful Shadow falls, you will then be awarded the Discarded Palace Key. This will unlock the mysterious chest in the Raya Lucaria Grand Library (where you fought Rennala) to reveal the Dark Moon Ring. This ring will allow you to travel to the Lake of Rot in the Ainsel River and work your way towards the Grand Cloister area. This is an incredibly dangerous area and the water will infect you with Scarlet Rot. So, make sure you’ve buffed your immunity and have crafted some curatives. Once you get to the Grand Cloister, head towards the staircase covered in insect enemies. There are some goodies waiting inside, but for this guide, you’ll need to turn left and head towards the coffin by the water’s edge. Enter it to be transported to a boss called Astel, Naturalborn of the Void. Astel can do some major damage at range but has a laughable health pool and defense. So focus your attacks on the head for an easy victory. Locating the Dark Moon Greatsword Defeating Astel will allow you to travel through the Moonlight Alter. Head up the hill and turn right, to be attacked by a Glintstone Dragon. Avoid or kill it, and head into the Cathedral of Manus Celes. This is a name that many Dark Souls fans will instantly recognize. Once inside, pick up the items and turn right, then jump down the hole. Within the cave beneath the Cathedral of Manus Celes, you’ll find Ranni’s body along with a dead Two Fingers avatar. You’ll be invited to use the Dark Moon Ring on Ranni’s body to free her completely. Ranni will appear before you and reward you with the Dark Moon Greatsword. Remember, you can’t simply just travel to Manus Celes and find the Greatsword in a chest, the quest will need to be completed in full. You’ll also now be able to access Ranni’s ending and side with her when it becomes time to become the Elden Lord or to shatter the existing order and build the world anew. A word of warning, should you return to Ranni’s rise you’ll need to deal with a now insane Blaidd. Take your old friend down to receive his armor set and weapon. So, that’s everything you need to do to get your hands on the Dark Moon Greatsword in Elden Ring. Make sure you check out our Elden Ring page for all the latest news and guides. 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Elden Ring: How to reach Miquella’s Haligtree FromSoftwareWith Miquella set to play a large role in the upcoming Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, many players will want to make sure his quest is completed first. Here’s how to reach Miquella’s Haligtree in Elden Ring. Getting to Miquella’s Haligtree is an endgame quest/region you can visit once you’ve conquered most of the Lands Between. The good news is you can venture to the Haligtree after you become Elden Lord, or before you claim the Elden Ring for yourself. But be warned, while the Haligtree may have been built to be a sanctuary for the lost and rejected, it’s descended into chaos, much like the rest of the Lands Between. So it takes one tough Tarnished to make it through in one piece. If you’re up for the challenge, then here’s what you need to do. Of course, spoilers exist below, and know that the path toward the Haligtree is a long and complicated one. How to complete the Albinauric quest The road to the Haligtree begins quite early in Elden Ring while you explore the cliffs around Liurnia of the Lakes. You won’t be going to the Haligtree anytime soon, but the questline is connected to various others. If you head south from the Folly on the Lake Site of Grace, through the swamp full of gigantic crabs, you’ll soon see a slope that leads to a ruined village. There’s a mini-boss here, and if you’ve been following Nepheli’s quest, you’ll be able to catch up with her and progress this. You’ll see an urn making noises and be prompted to give it a kick. This reveals Albus, an Albinauric who tells you armed men attacked his village. Before dying, he’ll give you half the Haligtree Secret Medallion and ask you to find the “Albinauric Woman.” From here, head back to the Roundtable Hold to ask Gideon Ofnir about this. Once you arrive, you’ll notice the Hold is dark and different. You’ll then be attacked by Ensha, Ofnir’s silent bodyguard, who’ll try to kill you for the Medallion half. Put him down, loot his treacherous body, and then leave the area before teleporting back. Once you return, the Roundtable Hold will be back to normal, but Ensha is gone. Ofnir apologizes for Ensha’s attack and claims he was acting independently. It becomes apparent that Ensha and the rest of Ofnir’s men attacked the Albinauric Village, leading to an argument between Ofnir and Nepheli. Ofnir now has new dialog options, one featuring the Albinauric Woman. He’ll tell you that she fled and now “hides in a cave of west of Laskyar Ruins which jut from the mist-shrouded lake of Liurnia.” First, though, you’ll need to find this hidden area. Warp to the Scenic Isle Site of Grace in Liurnia of the Lakes and head south to find the Lakeside Crystal Cave. Follow the winding path within, defeat the mini-boss, and you’ll eventually come to an open area where Latenna and her dying wolf are hiding. After a brief conversation where you convince Latenna that you’re not like the Tarnished that attacked her, she’ll agree to accompany you on your journey as a spirit summon. She’ll guide you to the second half of the medallion as long as you help her with her own quest. After this, you’ll be able to summon Latenna in battle. She’s a powerful archer but doesn’t have much health. If you need a summon to do some damage from afar, though, she’s a solid choice. This is the first part of the path to the Haligtree quest and all you can do at this stage of the game. From here, continue to play through the main quest until you reach the Mountaintop of the Giants. You’ll need to go to this location after you confront King Morgott in Leyndell Royal Capital. Finding the second half of the medallion Once you arrive at the Mountaintop of the Giants, our advice would be to take down the Fire Giant first. This is optional, but it makes warping around the map easier, and the boss himself is a good indicator for the next few trials you face. For example, if you’re not strong enough to take out the Fire Giant, then the Haligtree’s gatekeeper, Commander Niall, and the perils of the Haligtree itself will be out of your reach at this stage. Whether you choose to or not, your next destination on the path to the Haligtree is Castle Sol in the Mountain Tops of the Giants, located at the region’s most northern point. On your way here, don’t forget to stop at the Apostate Derelict church west of Castle Sol, while avoiding the barrage from the Walking Mausoleum that is. There’s also a Site of Grace here that you can rest at. If you’ve been following Latenna’s questline, this is the final location you reach to conclude it. You’ll notice a large Albinauric woman slumped in the corner; this is who Latenna is trying to find. Latenna materializes and thanks you for bringing her here. She then decides to remain with you to help you complete your quest and find the Haligtree. From here, enter Castle Sol and take down its incredibly difficult boss, Commander Niall. Once Commander Niall falls, loot the area behind his arena to find the second half of the Haligtree Secret Medallion. Reaching the Consecrated Snowfield Now that you have both halves of the Haligtree Secret Medallion, it’s time for the next leg of your journey. This time, head back to the Grand Lift of Rold, the same lift you used to enter the Forbidden Lands while following the main quest. You should be able to warp back to a nearby Site of Grace to get there. Once you arrive, combine the medallion in your inventory and approach the lift. You’ll get an option to ‘Hoist medallion,’ but you can scroll across using the d-pad to ‘Hoist secret medallion.’ Select this option and take the lift to a new area. You’ll need to walk through a crypt full of enemies known as the Hidden Path to the Haligtree, but once you make it through there is a Site of Grace you can activate before emerging into the Consecrated Snowfield. Of course, you can explore this location at your leisure, but to reach the Haligtree, head north until you reach Ordina, Liturgical Town, and rest at the Site of Grace. Be warned, the road is dangerous, and you’ll likely be ambushed by some powerful enemies. Take them out if you like, but nobody will judge you for riding on. Now that you’ve arrived at Ordina, Liturgical Town, there’s a puzzle to complete, and you’re going to need to think tactically to outmaneuver the enemies that lie in wait. First of all, you’re going to need the Sentry Torch item, so check your inventory to make sure you have it on hand. If not, then warp back to the Outer Wall Battleground Site of Grace and buy it from the nearby merchant. Once you’ve got the Sentry Torch equipped or stashed in your offhand, head into the Liturgical Town and locate the Evergaol. Unlike previous Evergaols, this one doesn’t lead to a boss fight; instead, the whole town becomes the Evergaol, and you need to light four lamps while avoiding or taking out some powerful enemies. Once these four lamps are lit, the portal to the Haligtree at the end of town (at the top of the staircase) opens. After you activate the Evergaol, equip the Sentry Torch. This allows you to see the invisible Black Knife Assassins patrolling the town. One assassin is stalking the streets and another is hiding in the snow under the town’s structural supports – who is easier to avoid. Keep the Sentry Torch equipped to see them coming, as they’ll attack suddenly, and their strikes can be deadly. However, the main threat is from the archers stationed on the rooftops. They can spot you across town, and if they have you in their sights, they’ll hit you with some heavy strikes. There are only four archers, but they can make your life miserable as you climb up to activate the lamps. Opening the portal to the Haligtree The first lamp is on street level, but the assassin patrols nearby. Our advice is to take him out and activate the lamp. If you die later, you’ll not need to light the lamp again, so you can focus on the higher-up ones guarded by the archers. You can ignore the assassin after this, but keep the Sentry Torch handy to avoid surprise attacks. The second lamp is up a ladder and runs the risk of bumping into the assassin patrolling the lower end of town, so keep an eye out and sneak past him if you can. This lamp is located on the edge of town in the west, so once it’s lit, you’ll have little reason to come back here. Now it’s time to turn your attention to the third and fourth lamps, which means engaging in a deadly sniper battle with the archers. The first archer is on a low roof towards the center of town, you can climb the masonry and sneak up on them, knocking them to the ground and finishing them off. Be careful not to attract the attention of another archer on the roof above. If you do, stay out of their line of sight. There’s a ladder adjacent to the main town stairs. With the first archer dead, you can climb this with less risk, climb up, and activate the third lamp. You’ll then need to move across the buildings to reach the fourth and final lamp. The only problem is that doing so is suicide while the other three archers are still alive. You could cast the Unseen Form spell to sneak up on the second and third archers, or you’ll need to take them out by other means. Before climbing across the buildings to activate the fourth lamp, head to the other side of town where the large rectangular building near the portal is. There’s an archer on this high roof who’ll make your life hell if they see you, but you can use the buildings as cover on the street level to take potshots at them. You can then run around to the other side of the building, climb the portal staircase, and fire another volley into the archer while their back is turned. Repeat this process until that archer is dead, this makes life traversing the buildings much easier. You can repeat this process with the archer guarding the path across the buildings, or you could sneak up on them. We engaged them in a sniper battle using the roof just below the third lamp to attack while using the tower as cover. Once the third archer is dead, the path across the buildings is mostly clear. The fourth will fire at you if they spot you, but without the support of the other three, this archer is a lamb to the slaughter. Climb up the ladder and take them out in close combat before activating the fourth and final lamp. Then, all you’ll need to do is go back to the portal and go through it. Be careful if any of the assassins are still alive, and if you die in the Evergaol, you can always collect your runes in the overworld. It’s also advised to become familiar with the Liturgical Town before activating the Evergaol, especially if you keep dying while trying to light the lamps. Miquella’s Haligtree is dripping in lore and contains clues to what’s going on in the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC lore. There’s also the powerful Malenia to contend with at the end of the area, so be prepared for one of the toughest fights in the game. While you’re prepping for the expansion, check out our thoughts on why you should be excited.

How to get health regeneration in Elden Ring: Blessed Dew Talisman location FromSoftwareThe Elden Ring health regeneration Talisman is one of the best pieces of equipment in the game, so here’s how you can get your hands on the lifesaving Blessed Dew Talisman early. Elden Ring is home to loads of unique weapons, armor, and Talismans that can help Tarnished survive through the brutal environments of the Lands Between. Aside from armor, Talismans can greatly increase your defense and even buff your character. However, one of the most useful items in the game is the Blessed Dew Talisman. When equipped, this will passively heal the player, constantly regenerating any missing health. This makes it particularly useful for someone who is looking to increase their survivability without using a Flask of Crimson Tears. So, if you’re after one of the best items in Elden Ring and wish to know where to find the Blessed Dew Talisman, then our guide has you covered. Contents How to get health regeneration Blessed Dew Talisman in Elden Ring – Elden Ring Divine Bridge Golem boss fight – How to get health regeneration Blessed Dew Talisman The Blessed Dew Talisman can be obtained very early on in Elden Ring, which means players can take advantage of its health regeneration if they know where to look. In order to claim this restorative item, simply follow the instructions outlined below: Head over to Limgrave, and travel to the Tower of Return. The tower is located southeast of the Fourth Church of Marika. – Either defeat the knights on the path to the tower or run past them. – Enter the tower and climb up the ladder. – Interact with the treasure chest. – After you’ve done the above, you’ll be transported to Leyndell, Royal Capital. Simply run up the stairs and activate the Site of Grace. Now, you can choose to fight the Divine Bridge Golem or simply run right past it. Elden Ring Divine Bridge Golem boss fight Once you enter the arena, the Divine Bridge Golem will slowly begin to wake up. During this time, run over to the right-hand side of the arena and open the chest. This will reward you with the Blessed Dew Talisman. If you do choose to fight the Divine Bridge Golem, simply focus on hitting its legs, taking care to avoid any colossal halberd swipes. We recommend sticking directly behind the golem and utilizing heavy-hitting attacks on one leg at a time. Read More: Where to find Smithing Stones in Elden Ring – Once you’ve done enough damage, the golem will topple over, exposing the glowing orb within its chest. Simply stab this weak point to deliver significant damage. From here, rinse and repeat this method until you defeat the boss. Beating the Divine Bridge Golem can take a while if you’re under-leveled, so it can be worth bookmarking this location and returning to kill it once you can deal out a little more damage. So, there you have it – that’s everything you need to do to get the Blessed Dew Talisman early in Elden Ring. Make sure you check out our Elden Ring page for all the latest news and guides. How to change your appearance in Elden Ring | How to respec your character | Academy Glintstone Key | Smithing Stones | Elden Ring Stonedigger Troll | Elden Ring Margit the Fell Omen | Elden Ring Tree Sentinel | Elden Ring Grave Warden | Elden Ring Pumpkin Head | Elden Ring Soldier of Godrick | Elden Ring Godrick the Grafted | Elden Ring Red Wolf of Redagon | Elden Ring Rennala | Best Elden Ring settings | Elden Ring Flying Dragon Agheel | Elden Ring horse guide

Elden Ring: How to complete Millicent’s quest FromSoftwareMillicent’s quest is an important side story in Elden Ring that comes with some excellent rewards. Here’s how to complete it in every step. Millicent is an NPC in Elden Ring and like so many other characters in the game (and the wider Souls series), Millicent’s quest is a tragic one. The character is heavily connected to the fearsome boss, Malenia, and bears the same curse. However, with your help, Millicent’s story in Elden Ring can end with her reaching her full potential, or it can be cut short prematurely, changing the course of the story. She can also make a valuable ally during several key boss battles. As with other NPCs in Elden Ring, completing Millicent’s questline can result in some nice rewards, some of which are essential for certain overpowered builds in the game, Millicent’s Prosthesis and the Rotten Winged Sword Insignia. These are both powerful talismans, but you can only unlock one per playthrough. Here’s every stage of Millicent’s quest in Elden Ring, how to complete them, as well as the alternative endings for this character’s long and complicated story. We’ll keep the guide spoiler-free, until the final section, so feel free to skip this bit if you don’t want to know the outcome of siding with Millicent. Millicent’s quest beginnings: Caelid Depending on who you meet first, you’ll either become aware of Millicent’s quest by seeing her lying in pain at the Church of Plague in Caelid or you’ll start the quest by meeting Gowry, a red-robed monk sitting in a shack as you enter the region. You can’t do much with Millicent until you’ve spoken to Gowry. Millicent herself will tell you to keep your distance as she’s suffering from Scarlet Rot and doesn’t want to spread it to you. Therefore, speak to Gowry and he’ll tell you how to help Millicent. You’ll need to head deeper into Caelid and locate Commander O’Neil in the Swamp of Aeonia. O’Neil is tough to kill, but when you do he’ll drop the Unalloyed Gold Needle. With the Needle in your possession, return to Gowry and he’ll either repair the Needle for you or instruct you to light three torches in Sellia, Town of Sorcery. This all depends on if you’ve already unlocked the area where Millicent is. If not, use Torrent to climb the branches and light all three torches, then return to Gowry. If any barriers were blocking your way to Millicent, they’ll now be gone. Once Gowry has repaired the Needle, go to Millicent and give it to her. This will instantly heal her pain and she’ll thank you for your help and give you the Prosthesis-Wearer Heirloom as a reward. After this, Millicent will travel to Gowry’s shack to learn more about her mysterious savior, but when you return there you’ll only find her, not him. Exhaust her dialogue, leave, then return to find Gowry again and exhaust his dialogue to continue the quest. If you travel to the Altus Plateau through the Ruin-Strewn Precipice in Liurnia of the Lakes, you’ll be able to summon Millicent to aid you against the boss Magma Wyrm Makar. She’s traveling this way too, so this will give you a clue as to where the quest is headed next. If you summon them, she’ll also happily fight alongside Great Horned Tragoth and Blackguard Big Boggart, if you befriended the latter by buying his prawns and resolving his dispute with Rya amicably. Altus Plateau Millicent will then travel to the Altus Plateau, not far from the Erdtree-Gazing Hill Site of Grace, continuing the quest she was on before she got sick. Millicent is searching for the demi-god Malenia and will tell you about her fascination with the Shardholder. Exhaust her dialogue when you see her to further the questline. From here, you’ll need to head to The Shaded Castle which is located in the north of the Altus Plateau in the green area. It takes some reaching but once you’re there you can activate the Site of Grace to save making the journey again. The castle is home to a powerful boss known as Elemer of the Briar, the Bell Bearing Hunter you may have come across at different points of the game. The good news is you don’t need to take on Elemer yet, just search the castle for a chest that contains the Valkyrie’s Prosthesis item and bring it back to Millicent and exhaust her dialogue again. Now travel to the Dominula, Windmill Village. A cliffside hamlet where the women appear to have murdered all the men in a creepy Pagan-inspired ritual. You can get here most easily by using the portal located near the Forest-Spanning Greatbridge Site of Grace. The dancing denizens will ignore you at first, but will eventually attack when you get deeper into the village. When you get to the top of the village you’ll notice a summon sign for Millicent, summon her if you like, but it’s not mandatory for the quest. Either with Millicent’s help, or solo, kill the Godskin Apostle boss and activate the Site of Grace. Killing this boss will reward you with the Godskin Peeler item. You may need to re-load or warp away from the area and return, but when you do you’ll find Millicent waiting for you, once again, exhaust her dialogue to further the quest’s story. The Haligtree Millicent will now move to her next location, but you’ll be able to summon her as an ally against the Draconic Tree Sentinel and Black Blade Kindred bosses if you’ve been following her questline correctly. This isn’t necessary to further the quest, but it’s a nice way to call on an ally and keep the character’s story fresh in your mind. When you rest at the Ancient Snow Valley Ruins Site of Grace, you’ll notice Millicent resting here too. Exhaust her dialogue for her to continue her journey after your campfire chat. To see Millicent again, you’ll need to gain access to the Haligtree, which is an optional area and part of a lengthy side quest all of its own. In a nutshell, you’ll need to do the following to reach it: Obtain the right half of the Haligtree Medallion from Albus in the Village of the Albinaurics. – Kill at least two demi-god Shardbearers. – Obtain the left half of the Haligtree Medallion from Castle Sol after defeating the powerful boss. – Use the Haligtree Medallion to access the Lift of Rold. – Use the Lift of Rold to reach the Consecrated Snowfield. – Solve the puzzle at Ordina, Liturgical Town, then enter the portal to the Haligtree. – Make your way through the Haligtree until you reach the Prayer Room in Elpael Brace. Once you’ve rested here Millicent should appear leaning against a pillar. Exhaust her dialogue and keep moving. When you reach the poison swamp area, you’ll see an Ulcerated Tree Spirit boss, defeat it then reload or teleport from and back to this location. Now it’s time for the endgame of the quest and you’ve a choice to make. Millicent’s quest: Final steps You’ll now see two summon signs on the ground once the Ulcerated Tree Spirit is dead and you’ve returned to the area. You can now either be summoned by Millicent to aid her in a battle against her four corrupted sisters, or you can invade and kill her yourself. Should you choose to invade Millicent, you’ll need to defeat her in battle. Once she’s dead, you’ll be able to take Millicent’s Prosthesis from her body, a talisman that boosts Dexterity and attack power with successive attacks. However, if you choose to help your ally in fighting off her sisters, you’ll unlock two other items, the Rotton Sword Insignia, and the Unalloyed Gold Needle. The Rotten Sword Insignia greatly boosts attack power with successive strikes, making it a very useful item for Dexterity builds. The Unalloyed Gold Needle can be used after the boss fight with Malenia to obtain Miquella’s Needle, an item that can be used to reverse the Frenzied Flame ending should you change your mind. In truth, both the Rotten Sword Insignia and Millicent’s Prosthesis are useful items, but you can only unlock one per playthrough. So, we’d suggest siding with Millicent in your first playthrough to obtain the Rotten Sword Insignia but betray her in a second playthrough to obtain Millicent’s Prothesis. Of course, you can do this in the opposite order, it all depends on the ending you’re trying to get. You can also get another player to drop one of the items for you, meaning you can obtain both in a single playthrough. The buffs from both items stack with each other and when used in conjunction, making the Rotten Sword Insignia and Millicent’s Prosthesis a powerful combination when used together. Remember, you can’t simply kill Millicent at the start of the quest to obtain any of these items. You’ll need to follow the quest through and make your decision at the end. This includes the Unalloyed Gold Needle, which can’t be used to obtain Miquella’s Needle until after it’s been in Millicent’s possession. So, you can’t get it repaired by Gowry and then use it after the fight with Malenia. It can only be used this way after Millicent’s quest has ended. However, if you already have both items, have no need for Miquella‘s Needle in your playthrough, and don’t want to replay the quest. You can always put Millicent out of her misery when you meet her. Just remember she’s a useful ally in several boss battles and completing her quest doesn’t require any additional effort. Millicent’s quest ending explained Spoilers for Millicent’s quest are below. After helping Milicent fend off her sisters the tragic truth will be revealed. Millicent was never cured of Scarlet Rot. It was only ever held at bay by the Unalloyed Gold Needle while she gestated a new Scarlet Aeonia, essentially causing a new wave of Scarlett Rott which Gowry’s kind all worship as a blessing. Realizing this after seeing her sisters, Millicent chooses to remove the Needle, dying of Scarlet Rot but ending the threat. Her powers however have been transferred to the Needle, allowing you to use it on the Aeonia that Malenia leaves behind to create Miquella’s Needle. If you return to Gowry to confront him about his deception, the monk will express his frustration that Millicent saw through his plot and prevented it. At this point, feel free to slay him for his treachery and his true form will be revealed. You’ll obtain the Flock’s Canvas Talisman for your efforts and Gowry’s Bell Bearing. Take the Bell Bearing to the Roundtable Hold to continue to access Gowry’s shop. 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Elden Ring: How to combat sleep FromSoftwareThough it isn’t nearly as hazardous as Scarlet Rot, here are the best ways to prevent getting the sleep status in Elden Ring. Elden Ring has no shortage of afflictions to slow the Tarnished down on their quest to become Elden Lord, but you wouldn’t think getting some sleep would be one of them. There isn’t any coffee in the Lands Between, so we’re here to help you find another way to stay awake. Though sleep is a rare affliction in the base game, more of a tool for the Tarnished rather than a hindrance from enemies. With that said, the Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree DLC heavily suggests that Sleep will become more of a considerable problem. How to cure sleep in Elden Ring Two methods exist in Elden Ring to fend off the underestimated and deadly, yet rare, Sleep status affliction. If getting sleep is considered a bad thing in the Lands Between, no wonder everyone is on edge and attacking seemingly at random. Sorcery Spell: Lucidity Those with a spare spell slot and intelligence can utilize the Lucidity sorcery to fend off Sleep as well as Frenzy buildup. Lucidity requires 17 intelligence and a staff to cast. You can acquire Lucidity by following Ranni’s quest up to the point where she gives you the Carian Inverted Statue. Use this to flip the Carian Study Hall upside-down and defeat the hostile NPC inside. Preceptor Miriam will reward you with the sorcery. Consumable: Stimulating Boluses Similar to Lucidity, the Stimulating Boluses alleviate Sleep buildup. You can craft Stimulating Boluses after purchasing the Nomadic Warrior’s Cookbook (16) crafting kit from the merchant in Ainsel River for 2,500 runes. The recipe requires one of each crafting material: Cave Moss, a Slumbering Egg, and a Herba. Stimulating Boluses are also found in the world: That’s everything we can advise on preventing Sleep in Elden Ring. For more info on the Lands Between, we have a handy guide on everything you need to better prep yourself for the upcoming Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, including how to defeat the mandatory boss to access it.

Elden Ring hits 20 million copies sold in less than a year since release FromSoftwareGaming juggernaut Elden Ring has reached another milestone, with the game devs revealing that their most recent release has officially sold 20 million copies in just under a year. Elden Ring was the 2022 game of the year, with the latest release from the Dark Souls developer a massive hit both critically and commercially. In our review of the game, Dexerto wrote that, “Elden Ring finally marries the satisfying heft of the Dark Souls combat system with an open-world environment. It’s impossible not to compare Elden Ring to the Dark Souls games, as they were the canvas that this game was painted onto, but it’s a hell of a starting point.” As further proof of just how successful FromSoftware’s collaboration with Game of Thrones creator Geroge R. R. Martin has been, Bandai Namco just confirmed that the game has surpassed 20 million sales in under a year. Elden Ring surpasses 20 million copies sold The announcement was posted via the official Elden Ring twitter, with the post captioned “our heartfelt thanks for your support and companionship on this journey.” Elden Ring was first released on February 25, 2022. The game serves as a spiritular success to the Dark Souls series, with the usual character builds, magic and combat paired with a brand and vast open world for players to spend hours upon hours getting lost in. What’s more, Bandai Namco announced in March of 2022 that the Dark Souls series, which is made up of three games, had sold a combined 33.4 million. Given this, the sales numbers that Elden Ring has already been able to pull in just under a year means there is a chance that it may even surpass the whole Dark Souls trilogy in the next few years. And while a whole year may have almost passed since the game first dropped, popularity and hype is yet to fizzle out. Thanks to recent DLC rumors and speculation as well, the Elden Ring community is well and truly up and running. For all the latest gaming news and updates, be sure to check out Dexerto’s full coverage here.

Elden Ring has now been cleared by a blindfolded speedrunner in just 2 hours FromSoftwareA speedrunner has broken a record by completing a run of Elden Ring while blindfolded in just over two hours. Elden Ring was first released on February 25, 2022, with the game serving as a spiritual successor to the Dark Souls series, featuring the usual character builds, magic, and combat paired with a brand new and vast open world in which players spend hours upon hours getting lost in. Following its release, fans of the game were quick to begin their speedrunning campaigns, with many viral videos of the game showcasing new tricks and skips along the way. However, for Elden Ring player Pennek on Twitched, beating the game with restricted sight was the latest challenge and one that they were able to achieve when speed-running the game. Pennek blitzed through Elden Ring while blindfolded, uploading the run-through on Twitch in a stream that has now gone viral all across Reddit. In the viral clip, Pennek can be heard shouting “I did it dude” multiple times when finally beating the game blindfolded, completing the game in just over two hours. Reddit is filled with comments from fellow gamers expressing their happiness and awe at the Elden Ring blindfold speedrun. Elden Ring was the 2022 Game of The Year, with the newest title from the Dark Soul developers captivating gamers all across the globe. Since releasing at the beginning of last year, Elden Ring has already managed to surpass 20 million game sales. In our review of the game, Dexerto wrote that “Elden Ring finally marries the satisfying heft of the Dark Souls combat system with an open-world environment. It’s impossible not to compare Elden Ring to the Dark Souls games, as they were the canvas that this game was painted onto, but it’s a hell of a starting point.” For all the latest gaming news and updates, be sure to check out Dexerto’s full coverage here.

Elden Ring hands-on: Dark Souls goes open-world and doesn’t skip a beat From SoftwareElden Ring feels like a twisted homecoming for Dark Souls fans, and is poised to make a huge impact in 2022. Here are our thoughts after going hands-on. It’s rare that a series comes to define an entire genre, but between progenitor Demon’s Souls and its successors in the Dark Souls franchise, From Software has carefully honed its methodical combat and exemplary worldbuilding. While it would perhaps be unfair to call Bloodborne or Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice dalliances away from the core ideals of Souls games, Elden Ring will feel immediately familiar to anyone that’s spent time in Boletaria or Lordran – along with some tricks learned along the way. A huge world that’s anything but tarnished Perhaps the first thing we should make clear is that Elden Ring, despite being arguably the most anticipated game of 2022 so far, won’t be for everyone. While many had feared that the switch to an open-world setting would dilute From Software’s core gameplay ideals, there are no compromises here. That means Elden Ring remains as difficult, and at times, obtuse as its predecessors – but the open-world does make it feel less like you’re bashing your head against a wall when coming up against a tough combat scenario. The other advantage of the scale of The Lands Between, the game’s setting, is that it allows for a break from the traditional Souls-like ruins and dungeons. Sure, they’re still here, but there’s also a whopping great tree in the middle of the world that reaches as far as you can see, and outdoor areas gain a newfound color pallette for the subgenre. Coming out of the game’s initial dungeon area, the sights of The Lands Between make it feel almost incomparably big. We’ve played open-world games for decades, but this one is so full of detail (played on Xbox Series X) and so smooth, that it feels like a monolithic achievement. Each indoor area feels like a mini Dark Souls level in itself, with all of the intimacy and dodging you’d expect, but the rolling plains are a nice palette cleanser. It’s not just the world, though, but the art style. Enemies in Elden Ring range from the fantastical to the grotesque, some seemingly having fallen from the tree and hitting every branch on the way down. From lurching soldiers roaming the outdoor areas, to the Tree Sentinel riding a horse the size of a house (more on him later), not a minute went by without something drawing my eye. The fire still burns While Elden Ring is gorgeous to look at, small touches from its health bars, item shortcuts, and walking animations will feel familiar – and that’s no bad thing. What might take some getting used to, particularly for those that have played Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice or Bloodborne, is the deliberate combat. Playing as a Warrior, I was able to jab at foes from further away with a sort of spear/pike, but while it offered a decent range, I still needed to be prepared to roll at an instant. That’s because enemies are mobile, and as you’d imagine from a From Software game, animations are locked. As soon as you start to feel cocky, you’ve already lost. After eliminating a small group of humanoid enemies, I entered an underground crypt-like area. Here, I worked my way through goblin-like enemies that threw bombs, clung to walls like insects, and waited around corners for me to emerge. While Elden Ring brings back the long-standing tradition of leaving ghostly scrawls to help (or hinder) other players, you’ll still need to block, dodge, and use the new counter-attack technique to get out of trouble. Factor in fireball-spewing traps, and I was pretty relieved to make it to the next bonfire, I mean, “Site of Grace” to recover and get directions to your next objective (via a faint smoke trail). Here, players can rest, pass the time, and upgrade weapons with Ash of War – a rare item that can imbue weapons with unique properties. Finally, bosses are (as you’d expect) a key part of Elden Ring. While many are limited to predefined areas, some, like the Tree Sentinel, will roam the wild – and in his case, he’ll appear immediately outside of the starting area. With no exaggeration, I can tell you my first scrap with him ended with me dead in two hits, but I’m looking forward to a rematch when I brush up on my skills. Until then, though, Elden Ring takes the Dark Souls template and applies it to an open-world title with aplomb. It’s no less mysterious, opaque, or moreish, but it adds a level of exploration I didn’t know I needed from the genre. Heading into the game’s Technical Test I had reservations about if pushing a square peg in a round hole, but if anyone is going to make it work, why wouldn’t it be From Software?

How to get the Hand of Malenia Katana in Elden Ring FromSoftwareThe Hand of Malenia is one of the best Katanas available in Elden Ring, which means Tarnished will want to add this razor-sharp blade to their collection fast. But the road to it is quite hard, as you’ll have to defeat the toughest optional boss in the whole game. Here’s everything you have to do to get it. While the Moonveil Katana and Rivers of Blood Katana continue to be popular picks in Elden Ring, the Hand of Malenia is arguably the strongest. Not only does this nimble blade have incredible reach, but the high Bleed passive and overall damage makes short work of enemy players and bosses. If that wasn’t enough, the Hand of Malenia also has access to Waterfowl Dance – an incredibly powerful weapon skill that releases a swift flurry of slashes. Activating this move can instantly decimate grouped foes. Because of its overall strengths, the Hand of Malenia is particularly useful in Elden Ring NG+ runs, where opponents are considerably harder. So, whether you’re looking to flex your prowess in multiplayer PvP or just wish to style on the game’s bosses, then our Hand of Malenia location guide has you covered. Contents Hand of Malenia location in Elden Ring – How to get the Haligtree Secret Medallion (Right) – How to get the Haligtree Secret Medallion (Left) – How to solve the Ordina, Liturgical Town puzzle – Malenia’s location in Elden Ring – Hand of Malenia location in Elden Ring The Hand of Malenia is obtained after killing Malenia, Blade of Miquella. This boss is located at the bottom of Elphael, Brace of the Haligtree. In order to reach this secret area, you’ll first need to obtain two Haligtree Secret Medallions. How to get the Haligtree Secret Medallion (Right) The Haligtree Secret Medallion (Right) can be found in the Village of Albinaurics. Simply follow these steps to locate this hidden key. Travel over to the Village of Albinaurics by heading directly southwest from the Folly on the Lake Site of Grace. – Continue through the swamp until you reach the village. – Kill the Perfumer on the pathway. – After killing the Perfumer, there will be an old man that is disguised as a pot. Simply hit the pot and the man will give you the Haligtree Secret Medallion (Right). – How to get the Haligtree Secret Medallion (Left) Lastly, the Haligtree Secret Medallion (Left) can be found in Castle Sol, which is only accessible after defeating Commander Niall. If you’ve done the above, then simply follow the instructions below: Head over to the Ancient Snow Valley Ruins Site of Grace and cross the northwest bridge. – Follow the mountain east until you reach the Snow Valley Ruins Overlook. – Head towards the castle in the distance and rest at the Castle Sol Main Gate. – Enter the castle and make your way through until you reach Commander Niall. – Defeat the boss and head into the room behind him. – Take the elevator and interact with the spirit to claim the Secret Medallion (Left). – How to solve the Ordina, Liturgical Town puzzle Now that you have both Haligtree Medallions, head over to the Grand Lift of Rold. Once you have entered the chamber, interact with the lift and hoist the secret medallion. This will transport you to Hidden Path to the Haligtree. Follow the path through the fog until you reach Ordina, Liturgical Town. It’s here where you’ll need to light four torches that are dotted around the town. Interact with the mechanism near the stone gargoyle to enter the evergaol. Read More: Elden Ring Dark Moon Greatsword location – Once you’ve done that, run through the village and light each of the torches. Take care to avoid the invisible enemies that stalk the streets and roofs. We recommend finding a vantage point as this will enable you to mark the torch location on your map. When all four torches have been lit, the seal in the town will be broken and you’ll be teleported back to the evergaol mechanism. Run up the stairs and interact with the portal to be taken to Miquella’s Haligtree. Malenia’s location in Elden Ring She is located at the very bottom of the Haligtree. Simply run past the enemies and take extra care not to fall off the narrow walkways. This boss is incredibly difficult and can make short work of even the most skilled Soulsborne fans, so make sure you’re prepared for a fierce fight. 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Elden Ring hackers are breaking players’ save files with infinite death loop FromSoftwareElden Ring hackers are ruining the game on PC by corrupting other players’ save files after invading their world. The new hack has users infinitely loading into a death loop cycle. Not long after its launch in February 2022, Elden Ring was already being hit by an infamous Dark Souls hacker. The user was able to soft-ban players after finding an exploit in FromSoftware’s anti-cheat engine. In March, hackers are now looking to ruin the RPG for PC users as well as a new cheat is corrupting players’ save files. Here is what you need to know about the infinite death loop glitch and a potential way to fix it. Elden Ring hackers are corrupting save files on PC The major exploit was first covered by Twitter user EldenRingUpdate. In a March 18 post, the account warned players about how hackers were corrupting save files on PC. “Elden Ring PSA for PC players. There’s an exploit going around on PC where hackers will corrupt your save file while you’re invaded. First, they will crash your game, and when you open it back up, your character will be constantly falling to their death,” they said. The user included an attached video of the exploit in action. In the clip, we see a player’s game crash after being invaded by a hacker. After rebooting the RPG, they then find themselves loaded outside of the map and falling to their death over and over again infinitely. ⚠️Elden Ring PSA for PC players⚠️ There’s an exploit going around on PC where hackers will corrupt your save file while you’re invaded. First they will crash your game, and when you open it back up, your character will be constantly falling to their death… pic.twitter.com/8et3bl8T1I — Mordecai (@EldenRingUpdate) March 18, 2022 How to fix Elden Ring Infinite Falling death loop exploit While the new exploit is certainly devastating to players who have spent countless hours exploring the Lands Between, FromSoftware fans have claimed to have already found a fix to the serious problem. Over on the r/Eldenring forum, a user explained, “Every time your game loads, you’ll get a split second before your “death” and you must use it to press Alt + F4. This closes the game and allows you more time when you re-log back in to open your map. When you re-login, open your map using whatever key it’s bound to, press the button that opens the list of available Sites of Grace, and spam your confirm button. If done correctly you should teleport back to a site of Grace.” While many users have claimed that the workaround has fixed the exploit, it appears to be a bit tricky to pull off which isn’t exactly ideal. But at least it’s something. With more and more fans complaining about the hacker problem, hopefully FromSoftware fixes it soon. The developer just released the 1.04 patch on March 18 so perhaps the RPG could get an emergency update to address it.

Elden Ring gets trio of new figures & one is totally unexpected Good Smile revealed three new figures coming from the world of Elden Ring, From Software’s massive follow-up to Dark Souls. From Software’s Elden Ring doesn’t look like it’ll ever leave the conversation. The game, now two years old, is still in the public’s mind and as such, Good Smile is bringing more goodies. Three new Elden Ring figures were unveiled at Winterfest 24, a Japanese convention, with one being a little unexpected. The company’s Nendoroid lineup has been bolstered massively throughout the weekend, with most releases appearing or announced. This includes the generic knight that you can choose to play as in the game. Sporting the standard gear, Elden Ring’s latest Nendoroid will match with the previous Ranni and Alexander figures. Joining the Nendoroid is something for those wanting a little more detail from their figures. The Max Factory Figma Torrent was shown off in its unpainted form. Elden Ring’s trusty steed already looks the part, despite the lack of paint. This was paired with a fully painted Raging Wolf Figma figure too, which has yet to be put up for pre-order, despite being announced last year. Elden Ring’s Snake Lady Rya gets her own Pop Up Parade figure There are still no release dates for either the Nendoroid or Figma offerings, but a third was announced with an unfinished figure too. The last figure, part of the Pop Up Parade line, is Rya. For those that might have missed or can’t remember Rya, she’s the lady that turns into the big snake-lizard thing. It’s an odd option to go with, and some fans have reacted as expected to the news. One user said: “We need a snake version too!!!” Another added: “GIVE ME THE REAL RYA!” The consensus surrounding the Rya figure appears to be positive, with fans enjoying the odd choice in characters to create a figure on. If you click on a product link on this page we may earn a small affiliate commission.

Future of Elden Ring could be changed forever as FromSoftware takes full ownership FromSoftwareThe Elden Ring developers FromSoftware have taken full ownership of the IP after the rights were transfered to them by Bandai Namco. The news may come as a shock to some as the rights to Elden Ring had previously been owned by FromSoftware and Bandai Namco. However, it now appears that after a sizable investment of money from both Sony and Tencent, FromSoftware has been able aquire the rights to the game from Bandai Namco after the publisher transfered them back in April 2023. It’s surprising, as many players and pundits (ourselves included) expected Elden Ring’s former co-owner and publisher, Bandai Namco, to push for a sequel, especially since Elden Ring was considered one of the most successful games of 2022. However, it would now seem that FromSoftware is in full control of the franchise’s destiny going forward, so it will be interesting to see where it goes from here. It was reported earlier in 2024 that Tencent was working with Elden Ring on a mobile spin-off game, something that would previously have been very out of character for the Souls developer. Bandai Namco and FromSoftware have collaborated on Souls games for a long time, with Ban Nam being the publisher of all three Dark Souls games prior to Elden Ring. Sony and FromSoftware also have a history of working together, with the owners of the PlayStation brand serving as publishers for FromSoftware’s other Souls games; Demon’s Souls and Bloodborne. A closer connection between Sony and FromSoft could be great news for Bloodborne fans, who’ve been craving a sequel for years now. However, it does leave the future of an Elden Ring sequel up in the air somewhat. Although it’s entirely possible that FromSoftware could use Sony or another publisher to pick up those duties, even publishing the sequel themselves potentially. The change also doesn’t fully rule out Bandai Namco as a publisher of Elden Ring 2, although it does make it somewhat unlikely.

Elden Ring fans tired of the deafening silence around Shadow of the Erdtree DLC FromSoftwareElden Ring fans are fed up with the radio silence surrounding the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, nearly eight months after its original announcement. FromSoftware’s Elden Ring was a massive success following its release in 2022, and the game’s director Hidetaka Miyazaki made it clear at the 2022 Game Awards that there was more to come. Fans learned on February 28, 2023, that the game’s DLC expansion would be called Shadow of the Erdtree and was currently in development at FromSoftware. Unfortunately, fans haven’t heard anything substantial about the much-anticipated DLC since, and the community is reaching a boiling point. Elden Ring fans desperate for any word on DLC A post on the Elden Ring subreddit gained traction among the community after criticizing FromSoftware’s decision to announce the Shadow of the Erdtree and then give no updates for a lengthy amount of time. “What’s the point of announcing DLC if they’re gonna stay silent for straight 220 days? Is this normal?,” they asked. Some fans acknowledged that the lengthy wait with no actual news was a bit abnormal for the company and guessed at the rationale behind the decision. “They usually announce DLC 2-3 months before the release… I assume they announced the DLC for Elden Ring so early because they knew it would take a lot longer to make compared to their previous games and just wanted to spare us the wondering/arguing for years if there would be DLC or not.” Others noted that FromSoft called the Shadow of Erdtree an “expansion” which possibly hints at its scope and why it’s taking so long to develop. “I’m taking a guess here but I’m pretty sure the difference will be in size. They’re calling it an expansion because it will be a lot bigger than what we’re used to…” While many acknowledged the wait has been difficult, they expressed faith in the developer’s ability to deliver when the DLC does finally drop. “Yes OP it is a bit long for no news. But I take it as a good sign. Longer development = bigger DLC,” said one fan. Hopefully, it won’t be too much longer until Elden Ring fans hear some news about the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion.

Elden Ring fans stunned after player discovers insanely rare attack FromSoftwareAs Shadow of the Erdtree looms, one Elden Ring player has discovered a new attack from an enemy once thought all out of tricks. Elden Ring is an enormous game that’s also incredibly detailed in the most inconspicuous places. Obscure details are still being discovered as a result, whether through active searching or pure accident. The latter holds in this case, as one player posted on Reddit an attack animation they had never seen before while messing with the Trolls in Limgrave. The situation required to trigger the behavior is specific, not to mention rare, as you’ll be hard-pressed to find a combat situation where you’re at face-level with a 27-foot-tall troll’s mouth for it to take a bite out of you. One fan commented, “FromSoftware are stealth patching new attacks to gaslight returning players,” speculating it’s been secretly added to catch out veteran players who’ve learned the ins and outs of every enemy’s move set. “Imagine if they stealth patched in a mimic chest.” added another response running with the idea that FromSoftware has been adding content off the books. Others were impressed by how much effort FromSoftware devoted to animations. “It’s wild that FromSoftware thought to program and model for such an obscure case. How often would this even happen? Yet, they still planned for it.” “You’d be surprised by how many obscure animations are in the game like the passive little owls standing on one foot and closing their eyes when you put them to sleep. The fact that most passive animals have unique sleep animations is remarkable considering how it’s pretty much useless gameplay-wise.” Would-be Elden Lords will want to watch out for outlandish attacks like this when the Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree DLC releases on June 21. Here’s what time the expansion will drop in your region.

Elden Ring fans plan “Kill Mohg Day” before DLC launches YouTube/ShirrakoElden Ring fans will be gathering in the Lands Between earlier than anticipated, as they’re planning a “Kill Mohg Day” just before the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC launches. Mohg, Lord of Blood, is an optional boss in Elden Ring, yet he’s important to the lore, as he is tied to Miquella. Mohg stole Miquella’s body within its cocoon, feeding him blood to awaken him, though he was unsuccessful. The player can face Mohg in Elden Ring, though he can be tricky, thanks to an unblockable attack called Bloodboon Ritual, which affects the boss arena. Mohg’s sorcery can be weakened if the player enters the fight with certain items & potions, It turns out that there’s more to Mohg’s story than anyone realized, as his voice appeared in the Shadow of the Erdtree trailer. As Miquella is an important character in the DLC, we’ll likely learn more about Mohg and possibly face another version of the Lord of Blood. Elden Ring fans want a “Kill Mohg Day” A user on the Elden Ring Reddit has created a thread asking fans to hold a “Kill Mohg Day” on June 20, the day before Shadow of the Erdtree’s launch. Everyone must log into Elden Ring and defeat Mohg to prepare for the DLC. “I second this,” one player wrote, “I was planning on quickly finishing the game with a few more characters to be ready, but I’ll make sure to do everything EXCEPT Mohg, so I can kill him several times in a row with different characters when Kill Mohg Day arrives.” “As a suggestion for those who have already killed Mohg on their DLC save files,” one fan suggested, “Throw down your summon signs and help those who haven’t yet. Nothing gets you warmed up for a DLC super boss like some jolly cooperation.” Much like Christmas Day, some people just can’t wait to kill Mohg. “I have a character that basically lives outside of Mohg’s boss door for me to put my sign down over and over all night because it’s my favorite boss fight,” one user wrote,2 It’s been pretty dead recently, but tonight I got summoned by tons of people presumably setting up for the DLC months in advance.” FromSoftware fans have banded together to help each other in the past, such as the annual “Return to Yharnam”, where everyone goes back to Bloodborne and aid each other with the bosses. The “Kill Mohg Day” could be an extension of that. If Mohg truly was the instigator behind Shadow of the Erdtree’s events, then fans are ready to band together and farm him in preparation for the DLC.

Elden Ring fans obsessed with Bloodborne-inspired secret “Pizza Cutter” weapon FromSoftware / PixabayA spiritual successor to Miyazaki’s earlier titles, Elden Ring seems to have not just taken inspiration from those games’ mechanics. Fans are delighted to discover that Bloodborne’s iconic “pizza cutter” has also made its way into the 2022 title. Hidetaka Miyazaki directed action role-playing games like Demon’s Souls, Dark Souls, Sekiro, and Bloodborne before partnering with George RR Martin on Elden Ring. While each title’s legacy likely played some role in the newest game, Bloodborne’s impact appears more tangible. Back when the FromSoftware action RPG was released in 2015, players discovered a “Trick Weapon”: the Whirlgig Saw. Almost instantly, the weapon earned a cult of players who loved the “pizza cutter.” Seven years later, it seems that the legend of the pizza cutter has not been forgotten. Elden Ring players have discovered that the new Miyazaki title has a very similar weapon and it is as satisfying as ever. Elden Ring players discover Bloodborne’s “Pizza Cutter” weapon And you thought Bloodborne had a pizza cutter? Watch this. https://t.co/ub348TMujv — 💛🤍 Skele₊ 💜🖤 (@SkeleMann) February 28, 2022 In a tweet that’s since made its way across the internet, someone shows the newest pizza cutter in action. The original tweet was in Japanese and is translated by Google to read “the stupid weapon of this work has been decided. It’s too good.” Little did that original poster know, this is not just any “stupid weapon.” As ‘SkeleMann’ explained, “and you thought Bloodborne had a pizza cutter? Watch this.” In the replies, people are already all about this circular saw of destruction. There’s a number of tweets, spanning comments like “I need it” and “holy f**k” to an impassioned “oh god. Yes. That’s the stuff.” How to get Ghiza’s Wheel (aka Pizza Cutter) in Elden Ring Technically classified as a “Colossal Weapon,” this new pizza cutter is called “Ghiza’s Wheel” in-game and it is relatively easy to obtain despite its location formerly being a secret. Go to Volcano Manor – Kill the invader, Inquisitor Ghiza – After defeating the Inquisitor, you will be able to pick up Ghiza’s Wheel. At that point, you simply need to focus on your strength and dexterity to take advantage of the pizza cutter’s prowess.

Elden Ring fans get hopes up for DLC after surprise Steam update FromSoftwareAn update on Steamdb has fans excited for potential news about the upcoming Elden Ring DLC, which hasn’t received any news since it was first announced. 2024 has many high-profile games on the calendar, but they will all compete for cash with the upcoming Elden Ring DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree. The DLC was announced nearly a year ago; but nothing has been revealed since. All we know about the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC comes from a piece of key art released alongside the announcement, showing a new character riding on Torrent’s back toward the Erdtree. There’s a lot of speculation about the identity of this character, but nothing concrete. Fans have been frustrated about the lack of news regarding the Elden Ring DLC, especially as it skipped every gaming event in 2023. The era of silence might soon be coming to an end, based on an update on Steam’s backend. Elden Ring DLC page has been updated hinting at announcement Users on Resetera have noticed that Elden Ring’s Steamdb page has been updated, with a new entry recently linked to its DLC. Fans were already excited about a possible reveal based on a recent collectible, and the Steam update is adding fuel to the fire. A user on the Elden Ring Reddit created a thread reporting on the Steam update, prompting excited responses from fans. “Oh my…announcement must be imminent,” one user wrote, while another said, “Let’s go my brothers.” FromSoftware may be preparing an announcement in time for Elden Ring’s two-year anniversary, which will occur on February 25, 2024. Whether this Steam update is related to an impending release or just preparing something else to hype up fans remains to be seen. It’s unlikely that Shadow of the Erdtree will be released in February due to its sheer lack of promotion. The fact that the Elden Ring DLC skipped The Game Awards 2023 suggests it’s not ready yet, as that would have been the perfect place to promote it. The likely answer is that there will be a reveal trailer on the anniversary, building up to a release later in the year, especially as February is already packed with big titles. At the very least, it shouldn’t be long until fans get a proper look at Shadow of the Erdtree, even if it’s not launching anytime soon.

Elden Ring fans baffled after discovering $190 used copy on GameStop site FromSoftwareElden Ring fans were shocked when a $190 used copy of the game was advertised on the GameStop website six months after launch. Gaming fanatics have become well known for their willingness to spend huge amounts of money on their hobby, dropping hundreds if not thousands on the entertainment medium each and every year. With the release of Elden Ring back in February 2022, fans of FromSoftware’s games hurried to order copies of the game as well as the Collectors Edition. Now, seven months since the game first launched, GameStop has gone viral for advertising a copy even the most insatiable Elden Ring fan would have to pass on. GameStop advertises $190 copy of Elden Ring Social media users were stunned when popular gaming deals account Wario64 shared a link to a pre-owned PS5 copy of Elden Ring via GameStop with an enormous price tag of $189.99. The FromSoftware game, which typically retails for anywhere between $45 to $55 brand new, was listed at the same price as the Collectors Edition but seemingly without any of the additional goodies that came with it. As of writing, the listing is still available on the retailer’s website with no price changes coming. Users in the replies to Wario64’s tweet roasted GameStop over the error. One said, “The one pricing error they will honor.” Another confirmed their allegiance to FromSoftware and said, “Hell, I’ll take two.” While Elden Ring fans are possibly the most dedicated fanbase on the internet, this is one price point that goes even beyond their limit.

Elden Ring streamer gets Elon Musk’s attention after beating game with Morse code FromSoftwareAfter seeing a player beat Elden Ring just by using Morse code, Elon Musk dared the player to try that tactic with Malenia. Elden Ring is difficult enough when played without any additional tricks or challenges. The RPG from the creators of Dark Souls took the Soulsborne games open-world and is considered to be one of the toughest games FromSoftware has made to date. Still, the streamer Silithur beat the game simply by using Morse code and posting a video of them slaying the Elden Beast online. Of course, lots of players have used creative ways to play Elden Ring, such as the streamer Larxa using just her voice, but Morse code was certainly an original challenge. As Elden Ring is a long game, Silithur has since uploaded his stream into multiple videos on YouTube. Here’s the original video of him beating the game using Morse code: Morse is a coded language that people, often in the military or navy, use to communicate with each other using noise or light. Essentially, every series of blinks or taps corresponds to a letter or command, which can be used to issue instructions. In this case, the streamer used a series of taps to control his character in Elden Ring with each series of taps and beeps representing an in-game command. The video of Silithur killing the Elden Beast using Morse code was spotted by Tesla investor Steven Mark Ryan who alerted Elon Musk to the video on April 16. After seeing it on X (formally Twitter), the Space X owner dared Silithur to take on Malenia using just Morse code – a challenge he accepted and completed that very same day. Malenia is widely to be the hardest boss in Elden Ring, and one of the hardest bosses in all of gaming. Undeterred, Silithur took Musk up on his challenge and slew the powerful Valkyrie using nothing but Morse code. Musk has yet to respond to the video of Silithur killing Malenia, but other X users praised his skills.

Elden Ring fake walls have been hiding secret areas this whole time From SoftwareElden Ring players have made a massive discovery about how to gain access to secret areas all around the map. Since release, it’s been speculated that Elden Ring contains ‘secret’ areas behind false walls similar to Dark Souls and Bloodborne. Actual evidence of these rooms was tough to come by though. That is, until some players made a major breakthrough and figured out how to access at least some of them. “This changes everything” apparently some fake walls in Elden Ring take multiple hits to reveal, and oh my god this changes everything (clip from user teristam on r/eldenring) pic.twitter.com/Jt8MNUDY0j— Iron Pineapple (@IronPineapple_) March 18, 2022 YouTuber Iron Pineapple shared a clip of a player discovering a secret room, explaining that at least some “walls” take more than one attack to reveal themselves. Apparently, some fake walls in Elden Ring take multiple hits to reveal,” they tweeted. “And oh my god this changes everything.” As you can see in the clip, it’s not just a couple more hits or even 10 more. Instead, the player has to strike the door roughly 50 times (by our estimate) to get it to disappear. If you don’t want to spend time spamming attacks on random walls, though, there is an easier way to go about finding hidden areas. https://twitter.com/_DarknessWithin/status/1504906482642571273?s=20&t=IRwks1vtpCWMhn6D6yfXvQ All you need to speed up the discovery process is Ghiza’s Wheel (AKA the Pizza Cutter), which will automatically deal out hits without having to spam any buttons. As you can see in the clip above, this greatly simplifies the process. Now that it’s known hidden rooms exist, but take a little more work to discover than in other From Software games, the only thing left to do is get out there and find some for yourself.

Elden Ring experts are helping players access Shadow of the Erdtree FromSoftware/Bandai NamcoSeasoned Elden Ring players are helping their fellow tarnished gain access to the highly-anticipated Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. Elden Ring’s long-awaited Shadow of the Erdtree DLC is right around the corner and the hype is building. There is a tantalising amount of never-before-seen content including new weapon types and bosses. Despite that, a startling revelation that only a third of Elden Ring players had met the in-game requirements to access the DLC has shocked the game’s community. In order to enter the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, Elden Ring players must first overcome two optional bosses; Starscourge Radahn and Mohg, Lord of Blood. Rather than let their comrades struggle alone, FromSoftware content creator Sekiro Dubi called on fellow players including the legendary Let Me Solo Her to aid them. Little do they know, Mohg has his very own Let Me Solo Her waiting in the wings. Many players have responded to Sekiro Dubi’s call to arms in an effort to push the percentage of DLC-ready players up. “Have been dropping my summon sign in front of Mohg’s arena,” one user replied. “Non-stop summoning.” Others have struck their own banners and lent their strength to the campaign. “I have literally been doing this for the past week,” another tarnished responded. “So once again. Anyone on PC needing help beating Mohg, hit me up.” Of course, if you’ve been lurking on the Elden Ring subreddit desperately hoping for any shred of information on Shadow of the Erdtree as we have, you may be aware that there is already a curious movement to help players defeat the Lord of Blood. A player by the name of ‘#1 Mogh Hater’ has been throwing down their summon sign in front of Mohg’s boss arena since the DLC’s announcement. This bold warrior will singlehandedly attempt to best the creepy Omen Demigod on your behalf. Much like the infamous Let Me Solo Her and Malenia. Clad in full Haligtree Knight gear, #1 Mohg Hater gets points for lore accuracy and style. If you haven’t yet taken down the Lord of Blood, pop a Furlcalling Finger Remedy in front of his arena and maybe you’ll be lucky enough to be graced with this new legend’s appearance.

Elden Ring expert predicts Shadow of the Erdtree’s length after speedrunning DLC demo FromSoftware/Bandai NamcoElden Ring content creator Iron Pineapple shared their take on Shadow of the Erdtree’s size after speedrunning through the 3-hour press preview he was able to play, and he predicts it’ll be about half the length of the base game. Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree has the gaming world’s full attention. Yet, despite releasing near the end of June, not much has been shown off to the public as to what players can expect, aside from a story trailer or two. However, that’s changed, as numerous creators have gotten their hands on playable slices of the upcoming DLC. Previews cover 3 hours of gameplay and have given fans glimpses at the Land of Shadows, new weapons like the Beast Claws, and some of the monstrosities that await. Of course, the hot topic in everyone’s mind is the size of the DLC. Given the base game provided hundreds of hours’ worth of content for those willing to grind through New Game + and discover all of Elden Ring’s secrets, many wonder if Shadow of the Erdtree will be as satisfying. Well, if Dark Souls creator Iron Pineapple’s guess is accurate, the final product could be around half the size of the base game. Considering how long Elden Ring is, this is a massive content offering. The discussion starts at the 20:04 mark of the video. Pineapple’s theory came from a combo of speedrunning and efficiency. During the preview, he didn’t explore as much as he wanted to, but he was able to quickly get through the first area thanks to hundreds of hours of training playing challenge runs. And, while Iron Pineapple got through the first area quickly, there’s a chance of other areas being much larger. This includes yet another FromSoft poison swamp. Miyazaki just couldn’t help himself. He also cited an interview with IGN claiming that there’d be at least 10 main bosses, and Iron Pineapple felled two of them in his three-hour playthrough alone. “If I had to guess, I’d say what I experienced with this DLC was 20% or less of the DLC. 15% might be a better guess.” At the bare minimum, Shadow of the Erdtree is said to be the size of Limgrave, so that’s plenty of content to explore. “Realistically, this first region will take players a lot longer than the 3 hours I spent speedrunning it. I’d say anywhere from 6-8 hours, assuming they’re fully exploring and doing all the side stuff. And then, if we extrapolate from that, I assume this DLC will be around half the size and length of the base game.” Bear in mind Iron Pineapple is a seasoned adventurer, and he’s very good at FromSoft games in general. It’s likely this DLC will take much longer if you’re around the skill level of, say, Kai Cenat. Shadow of the Erdtree launches June 21, marking only a few short weeks left to wait until players can dive in and experience the DLC for themselves.

Elden Ring: everything you need to prep for Shadow of the Erdtree DLC FromSoftware/Bandai NamcoFrom incantation buffs to Smithing Stones, here’s what you need to be ready for the Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. With the Elden Ring’s DLC on the horizon, fans will want to prepare as best they can for what’s to come. You’ll want to get your hands on new spells of grandiose magic, weapon arts, and of course, new weapons. All of that sounds amazing, but what good are they if you aren’t ready to use them? It seems we won’t be able to level up normally in the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, with a unique progression system different from the base game being introduced, so we’d best be prepared for anything. Prep for the Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree DLC Here are some great tips to best prepare yourself for the challenges ahead in the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. Required bosses to access DLC Starting simple, you need to defeat Mohg, Lord of Blood located in Mohgwyn Palace, to access the DLC when Shadow of the Erdtree releases. You can find Mohgwyn Palace early by following White Mask Varre’s quest or at a later point by locating a portal in the west of the Consecrated Snowfields guarded by some Albinaurics. Though this is the only benchmark you need to pass to access the DLC, we recommend beating Starscourge Radahn, Rennala, and Godrick the Grafted. It’ll give you plenty of opportunities to test out weapons, spells, and other new abilities in the base game, while still allowing you access to necessary areas. Gather upgrade materials To save time rushing around the massive map of the Lands Between and digging through caves, we highly recommend seeking out the Bell Bearings. These are items that you give to the Twin Maiden Husk, which allow you to purchase upgrade materials for your weapons and Spirit Ashes. Be sure to save up your runes to buy them! While you can use Bell Bearings to conveniently purchase upgrade materials from the comfort of the Roundtable Hold, to complete upgrading your weapons, you’ll need to get your hands dirty and seek out the final stones you’ll need. Be ready to max out your weapons The DLC is inevitably going to have amazing weapons. The aforementioned Bell Bearings are extremely useful for increasing your weapons to +24 and +9, as well as Spirit Ashes to +9. However, that final upgrade to maximize your weapons’ potential is locked behind a final crafting material – three, to be specific. Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones and Somber Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones are used to fully upgrade specific weapons accordingly. To fully upgrade Spirit Ashes, you’ll need a Great Ghost Glovewort. All of these items are quite rare, with very few of each appearing in each new game run, so take your time looking for them if you’re going into the DLC on the base New Game and not New Game Plus. Be ready to change your characters stats You may find a weapon or spell in the DLC that peaks your interest but doesn’t suit your build, never fear you will need to defeat the magic wielding Rennala, Queen of the Full Moon in Raya Lucaria Academy. After defeating her you’ll have the opportunity to talk to Rennala and she’ll respec your character for you. Unfortunately this process isn’t free. Changing your characters stats does require a Larval Tear each time you wish to respec, thankfully there’s plenty to find in the base game. So gather as many as you can, because you could be flip-flopping between an intelligence based spellcaster or a musclebound strength build every few areas. Gather insurance weapons What we mean here is that the Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree DLC will most likely include new spells and incantations as well as weapon arts. It’s a good idea to find the best Staffs and Sacred Seals to cast your new incantations. After all, what good is a great spell if you have a bad staff? Upgrade your flasks and grab those buffs We’re hoping the DLC will bring new things to the table that will bring new incantations and spells to the table that will rival existing buffs to the extent where the most outlandish character build can be considered viable. In the meantime, existing incantations that grant a temporary buff can be the difference between life and death in the Shadow of the Erdtree. On the topic of keeping yourself alive, we also recommend doing the rounds of the Lands Between and fully upgrading your Flask with Sacred Tears. Gather as many Golden Seeds as possible to stock up on heals, FP replenishment, and the long list of Crystal Tears to fully utilize your Flask of Wonderous Physick. Keep an open mind The Shadow of the Erdtree DLC will be the first significant addition to Elden Ring since PvP support. An RPG like Elden Ring, while extremely open for choice, also has the tendency to create a meta of methods to take on certain bosses and do the highest damage. It’ll be almost two and a half years since the game’s original release when we’ll head into the DLC, so consider it an opportunity to break old habits, try out that new weapon art you find, or that new weapon that looks cool. That’s all we can say for now about prepping for the Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, watch this space as more will likely be added as we learn more about what the DLC contains.

How to unlock all Elden Ring endings From SoftwareUnlocking the endings in Elden Ring can be challenging, with some being more difficult to attain than others due to specific requirements. Here’s a comprehensive guide to obtaining all six endings in Elden Ring. As seen in previous Souls titles, Elden Ring offers players multiple endings that spark ongoing debates among the player community. Mirroring the moral ambiguity of Dark Souls, players must navigate a series of big decisions towards the game’s climax, each carrying the risk of unforeseen consequences. When they come face to face with the Elden Ring, the player needs to decide whether they want to repair it and try to continue the established order, or do they shatter it entirely and usher in a new age? The player can also ally with various other characters and choose an Elden Ring ending that suits that group, however, will they be condemning others in the same breath? Heavy is the head that wears the Elden Crown, and no ending in the game, is truly ‘good’ or ‘bad’, it all depends on your point of view. However, a sequel or future DLC could prove this entirely wrong. Here’s how to unlock every ending in Elden Ring including the Elden Lord (all four variants), Ranni’s ending, and harnessing the power of the Chaos Flame. How to unlock each ending in Elden Ring You can unlock the game’s default ending by simply playing through the story and completing the game. Although, throughout your journey through The Lands Between you’ll meet a variety of NPCs who will try to guide you down a different path. Luckily, the game’s opening cutscene introduces you to the NPCs you’ll need to look out for. The ones most relevant to this guide are Fia, Goldmask, and Dung Eater. Along with Gideon Ofnir and Horah Loux, these are your fellow Tarnished Champions, and like you, all aim to become Elden Lord, or at least to influence whoever else does. You can unlock their endings by following their questlines to the end. You may also begin to agree and sympathize with their cause while you do. Each one of them has a good reason for their quest, and no matter how twisted their logic is and each of them can make the Lands Between a better place – even the mass-murdering Dung Eater. Ranni’s quest also leads to another ending, as does following Hyetta’s quest which begins outside of Castle Morne. Remember, it’s possible to complete Fia, Goldmask, Dung Eater, and Ranni’s quests in one playthrough, then pick who to side with at the end. Hyetta’s quest, however, will see you betray everyone – and watch while the world burns. Choosing this ending locks it in motion, however, it can be reversed – it takes more work. How to get the default ‘Elden Lord’ ending Also known as the ‘Age of Fracture ending’, this is the easiest one to unlock and simply requires you to follow the game’s story to the end. Essentially, do everything Melina and Gideon Ofnir tell you to do, even after both characters are no longer around to guide you. To unlock this ending, do the following: Beat at least two Shard Holders. Godrick and Rennala will likely be the first two you come across, but you can also target Rykard, Radahn, Malenia, and Mohg. We like to beat them all, just in case. – Make your way to the Capital City and beat Morgott, the Omen King at the Elden Throne. – Speak to Melina and travel to the Forge of the Giants. – Beat the Fire Giant boss and burn the Erdtree – you’ll no longer have access to Melina after this point. – You’ll be transported to Crumbling Farum Azula. – Defeat Malekith for the final missing piece of the Elden Ring. – Travel back to the Throne Room to defeat Gideon Ofnir, then Horah Loux / Godfrey. – Defeat Radagon and the Elden Beast. – Claim the Elden Ring and your throne. – This is the first ending most players will see, and you’ll now officially be Elden Lord of The Lands Between. However, is there much point in ruling a dead and decaying world? Could there be a better path? How to unlock Fia’s ending Also known as the ‘Age of Duskborn ending,’ this one involves becoming Elden Lord but also making Fia’s vision a reality. Fia is the Deathbed Companion you meet at the Roundtable Hold. She’s the one who offers you hugs that decrease your health until you use the powerful items she’s given you. Fia is also a Tarnished champion and will assist you in becoming Elden Lord if you help her in her quest to repair the world. This is one of the most long-winded routes to an ending, as you’ll also need to complete Ranni’s quest to unlock Fia’s. Here’s what you need to do: Meet Fia at the Roundtable Hold and agree to let her hug you. – Meet D, Hunter of the Dead, and complete any minor tasks he asks of you such as meeting the Beast Clergyman. – Continue talking to both D and Fia when you return to the Hold. Also, keep hugging Fia, and eventually, she’ll speak to you in private during one of your hugs. – Fia will give you a Weathered Dagger once you’ve acquired two Elden Ring Shards and will ask you to return it to its owner. – Give the dagger to D. – When you return to the Hold, you’ll find Fia and D missing from their usual spots. Both can be found in the room beyond Hewg and Roderika. Fia will be stood over a murdered D and will use magic to escape. – Now go and complete Ranni’s quest to acquire the Cursemark of Death before continuing with Fia’s. To unlock Fia’s ending you’ll essentially have to side with her over Ranni. (See below) You’ll see more evidence of Fia’s handiwork in the Capital City when you find Lionel’s dead body next to Fia’s dress. – Locate Fia in the Deeproot Depths after you’ve defeated Fia’s Champions in a boss battle. She’ll summon Rogier, Lionel, and 3 random NPCs in different stages. – Talk to Fia after the fight and tell her you’re not here to kill her but to be held. She’ll then cease any hostility. – Now exhaust her dialog until you’re able to give her the Cursemark of Death you got from completing Ranni’s quest. – Leave the area and return to further the dialog, Fia will tell you she’s going to lie with Godwyn’s corpse. – Leave and return to the area again to find Fia sleeping. Approach her to ‘Enter Godwyn’s dream’. – Defeat the Dragon boss within the dream and talk to Fia again. – Fia will have died (or will have been murdered by D’s twin if you gave him D’s armor during Ranni’s quest), but you can acquire her items and the Mending Rune of the Death-Prince. – Now, after you defeat the final boss, choose the Mending Rune of the Death-Prince instead of simply mending the Elden Ring. – You may disagree with what Fia is trying to achieve, but returning death to The Lands Between not only fixes Marika’s mistakes, but it also frees the land from the curse of undeath. So, while Fia’s mission could be interpreted as dark, it could also be considered a good, if not bleak ending. Remember, you’ll still need to complete all the steps from the default ending too when unlocking this one, at least until you approach the Elden Ring itself. How to unlock Dung Eater’s ending Dung Eater is one of the most detestable and violent characters you’ll meet on your Elden Ring journey. A savage serial killer who seeks to defile the entire world by corrupting the Erd Tree itself. However, is there more to him and his quest than meets the eye? Also, how did such a depraved monster become a Tarnished Champion with such lofty goals? Here’s how to unlock Dung Eater’s ending: Meet Rya in Lirunia and agree to retrieve her missing necklace from a thug. – Travel to the Boilprawn Shack to meet Blackguard Big Boggart. – Endure Boggart’s insults (don’t kill him) and buy back Rya’s pendant. You should also buy a prawn from Boggart to win his trust. He’ll soften towards you after this. – Return the necklace to Rya. – Beat the Magma Wyrm at the Ruin-Strewn Precipice and summon Boggart’s NPC for help taking down the boss. Other NPCs from other questlines can also fight alongside you both. – Speak to Boggart again at the Altus Plateau, Outer Moat area. – Buy some crab from him and he’ll tell you about his ordeal with Dung Eater. – Return to the Roundtable Hold and speak to Roderika, she’ll warn you that something horrible has arrived “down the hall.” – Meet Dung Eater’s red phantom at the Roundtable Hold. He’ll threaten you and tell you to go away. – Retrieve the Seedbed Curse from the body at the bottom of the true version of Roundtable Hold in the Capital City. Then bring this back to Dung Eater at your version of the Hold. – He’ll now talk to you and give you a key to his prison cell where his “corporeal flesh” is waiting. – Go down a well in the Capital City to reach the Subterranean Shunning-Grounds. Find Dung Eater’s cell and tell him it’s time to leave. – This will allow Dung Eater’s spirit and body to reunite. Now go to where he was in the Hold to find a rather lovely message to meet him at the Outer Moat. – Return to Boggart to find him in a panic, sensing Dung Eater is nearby. – Now save and exit the game and reload by Boggart. – Boggart will now have been attacked, exhaust his dialog to trigger an invasion by Dung Eater. – Defeat Dung Eater and claim another Seabed Curse from the now-deceased Boggart. – Return to the Hold and speak to Dung Eater again, he’ll tell you more about his purpose and what to do next. He’ll then return to his cell in the Subterranean Shunning-Grounds, tied to a chair. – You’ll now need to track down three more Seedbed Curses to give all five to Dung Eater. – There is another near the East Capital Ramparts, one in the Volcano Manor’s Temple of Eiglay, and another 2 near the prayer room of Elpael, Brace of the Haligtree. – Once you’ve given a total of 5 to Dung Eater, he’ll die leaving you his armor, and the Mending Rune of the Fell Curse. – Use this on the Elden Ring once you’ve beaten the final boss to trigger the Blessing of Despair ending. – While Dung Eater’s goals and methods are objectively horrific, he is essentially creating a world free from the Gods and their control, forcing humanity to tackle despair head-on and grow from the experience. Could his curse really be a blessing? You can also use the potion given to you by Seluvis to turn Dung Eater into a puppet instead of Nepheli Loux. This can be administered to Dung Eater while he’s tied to a chair and eventually turns him into a powerful Spirit Summon. If you decide not to follow Dung Eater’s quest in a playthrough and have already unlocked his gear, you can kill his body when you open his cell. This will also ensure that Boggart survives the story. How to unlock Goldmask’s ending Also known as the ‘The Age of Order’ this is another variant of the Elden Lord ending. However, this one involves following Brother Corhyn and Goldmask’s questline to its bloody conclusion. At one point during the quest, you’ll need to have 37 intelligence, so if that’s not your build, do a stat respec with Rennala when you need to. You can always just switch back to your original stats after this. Here’s what you’ll need to do: Talk to Brother Corhyn when you arrive at the Roundtable Hold. – Chat to Corhyn regularly and he’ll tell you he’s considering going to the Tarnished Champion Goldmask. – Eventually, he will tell you his mind is made up and he’s leaving soon. When you return to the Hold, Corhyn will be gone. – You’ll meet him again on the road north of the Altus Highway Junction Site of Grace. He’ll tell you he’s looking for Goldmask. – Go north and use a spirit well to ascend the broken highway to find Goldmask standing on a section of it, pointing up at the sun. This is east of the creepy village with the dancing witches. – Goldmask will ignore you, but you can return to Corhyn and tell him where Goldmask is. – Rest at a Site of Grace and return to Goldmask to see that Corhyn has found him, then exhaust the dialog of both. – Once you’ve defeated two Shard Holders, they’ll both move into the Capital City near the Colosseum. – Meet them here and help them solve a riddle by using your 37 intelligence. You’ll also need to perform the incantation Law of Regression. You can get this by giving the Golden Order Principia to Turtle Pope. – Perform the incantation again at the statue near the Eardtree Sanctuary Site of Grace that reads ‘Regression’. This will cause Goldmask and Corhyn to move to a bridge south of the Stargazers’ Ruins. – Once you’ve beaten the boss Malekith and triggered the transformation of the Capital City, you’ll see that relations have broken down between Goldmask and Coryhn. Goldmask is now dead, and his student has gone quite mad. – However, if you’d like to see Goldmask’s vision fulfilled, take the Mending Rune of Perfect Order off Goldmask’s body – and put Corhyn out of his misery. – Now use this on the Elden Ring after the final boss. – Like Fia and Dung Eater’s quests, this is a variant of the Elden Lord ending, therefore all the steps from the first ending will still need to be followed. Goldmask has also figured out a way to save the world from the control of the mad pantheon, but the question is, why did this horrify his biggest fan and put him on the path to murder and madness? How to unlock Ranni’s ending We covered Ranni’s ending in our full guide to her quest, but to unlock her ‘Age of Stars ending’ you’ll need to do the following: Meet ‘Renna’ at the start of the game to receive the spirit caller bell. – Defeat Rennala at the Liurnia Academy and make your way north to Caria Manor. – Defeat Royal Knight Loretta (first encounter) and travel to the Three Sisters region of Liurnia. – Meet Ranni at Ranni’s Rise and enter her service. You can do this by helping Rogier or by killing Radahn and freeing the stars from his control. – Find the entrance to the Eternal City of Nokron in Limgrave. – While in Nokron defeat the Mimic Tear. – Then find the Fingerslayer Blade in the Night’s Sacred Ground. – Return this to Ranni in exchange for the Carian Inverted Statue. – Use this on the altar at the Divine Tower of Liurnia. Defeat the wizard and retrieve the Cursemark of Death. – Now use the portal at Renna’s Rise to enter Nokstrella – Pick up the miniature Ranni doll and talk to it 3 times at the Site of Grace. – Defeat the Baleful Shadow for Ranni. – Talk to Ranni and she’ll give you the Discarded Palace Key. This opens the chest by Rennala in the Raya Lucaria Library. Open the chest to find the Dark Moon Ring. – The ring will allow you to travel to the Ainsel River and from here, the Lake of Rot. Travel across this to the Grand Cloister and enter the coffin on the cliff. – Defeat Astel, Naturalborn of the Void to travel to the Cathedral of Manus Celes (a name that will intrigue Dark Souls fans). – Jump down the hole to find Ranni’s body and put the Dark Moon Ring on her finger. – Ranni will now be revived and will consider you her consort and champion. She’ll then encourage you to follow the path to becoming Elden Lord, so at this point, follow the steps in the guide for the default ending – or return to Fia and give the Cursemark of Death to her instead. It’s worth noting that you can still finish Fia’s quest and still choose to side with Ranni at the end, so feel free to complete both quests. You can also complete Dung Eater and Goldmask’s quests without any problems either. When you get to the Elden Ring, select the ‘Age of Stars ending’ and enjoy the show! On the surface, Ranni’s ending looks like a happy Hollywood wrap-up. You’re the new power couple in The Lands Between and the old Gods are gone. You’re Elden Lord, she’s your demi-God queen, and the people now have a level of autonomy they never had under Marika. However, before you toast your victory, check on Ranni’s previous allies, Blaidd, Seluvis, and Iji. Each has either gone mad or died in mysterious circumstances. Also, why are there dead Black Knife Assassins nearby each fallen member of Ranni’s council? Didn’t they work for her? How to unlock the Lord of Frenzied Flame ending The Lord of Frenzied Flame is considered the bad ending of Elden Ring, as it sees you become a destructive dictator, consuming the world in the flame of chaos. To unlock it, you’ll need to follow Hyetta’s quest all the way to the Three Fingers and become their champion. Once branded by the Three Fingers you’ll be locked into their ending (unless you go through the steps to undo it), so be sure this is the path you want to take. Here’s what you’ll need to do: After beating Godrick, meet Hyetta on the Lake-Facing Cliffs and give her some Shabriri Grapes. Do this again whenever you encounter her to learn more about the Three Fingers and her quest. – Meet Shabriri near the Zamor Ruins Site of Grace and exhaust his dialog. – Make it to the Subterranean Shunning-Grounds under the Capital City by jumping down the well. – Fight your way to the Cathedral of the Forsaken and beat Morg, the Omen (Not to be confused with the Shard Holder of the same name.) – Activate the pedestal to find a hidden path. – Carefully work your way down to the bottom. – Take off all your gear then approach the door. You need to be naked to do this, apart from your underwear. – Allow the Three Fingers to brand you and become their champion. – Defeat the final boss to become the Lord of Frenzied Flame. – Choosing this path will effectively betray every other faction in Elden Ring, but you can still complete their quests, you just can’t unlock their endings. Becoming the Lord of Frenzied flame will see your character engulfed by the flame, becoming its living embodiment. You’ll then be able to burn the world to ashes and remake it in your image, but beware, Melina won’t take kindly to your betrayal.

Elden Ring “dung beetle build” outfit has players in stitches FromSoftwareA recently-shared outfit in Elden Ring has the community in hysterics, being dubbed the “Dung Beetle” outfit. Elden Ring carries on the tradition of some, well, unique armor that can be worn by your character in a FromSoftware game. While providing plenty of actual usefulness in the game, these pieces of armor are more goofy-looking and have become fan favorites since the game’s release in 2022. One such armor combination has emerged online, and the Elden Ring community can’t stop laughing at it, even giving it a humorously gross name. Elden Ring fans love “Dung Beetle Build” The outfit was shared on the Elden Ring subreddit, where the player asked the community: “Do you like my drip?” They include a photo of their character, wearing one of the most absurd outfits. On their body, they wear the fleshy Godskin Noble armor, with their helm appearing to be a Scarab. The top response to the outfit sums up the community’s feelings about it perfectly: “I’ve never seen something so ugly yet so beautiful at the same time.” It is clear that the Elden Ring fans are loving this creation, despite how objectively hideous it might be, with one user saying, “This had me howling, I’m sorry. Your drip is on point, keep it up, thank you for the laugh.” One fan points out how if there were an NPC with this outfit on in the game, they would quickly become one of the fanbase’s absolute favorites. Some are commenting on how it’s such a bad look, that it becomes impressive with how low they’ve gone: “Low-key impressive, I genuinely don’t think there is a combination in this game that could look worse.” It is a very entertaining post and the Elden Ring community is eating it up, raising the already-high vibes as they eagerly await the upcoming Shadow of the Erdtree DLC.

Elden Ring DLC’s most notorious boss is based on a Dark Souls 2 monster FromSoftwareThe final boss of Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree DLC has been tormenting players since launch, but it turns out they were fighting it over a decade ago, as its animations debuted back in Dark Souls 2. The following article will feature spoilers for Shadow of the Erdtree. Elden Ring is stuffed with enemies and bosses of every description, which forced FromSoftware to dig into its library of games for content. This resulted in old monster animations being reused to save on development time, such as the Omenkiller using bits from Dark Soul’s Capra Demon. Surprisingly, the most important boss in Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree DLC also features animations taken from an older game. As proven by a thread on the Elden Ring Reddit, Promised Consort Radahn is a faster version of Headless Vengarl from Dark Souls 2. “Hahaha, I remember struggling with this guy, but now it looks so slow,” one user wrote, while another said, “Now I know why I didn’t like Radahn’s fight. It subconsciously reminded me of DS2.” Fans don’t necessarily hate FromSoftware for this design choice. “I mean, there’s only so much you can do with two huge scimitars. You swing one, swing the other, or swing both,” one user mentioned, while another wrote, “How many different ways can one attack with two giant swords, though, really?” “I think this has always been the weakest point of their games,” one user summarized, “There are several bosses in every game which have copy/pasted the exact same moveset. In Elden Ring, that is taken a step further. Reuse of several bosses, but just add some elemental AOE infusion in place.” The comparison between Promised Consort Radahn and this Dark Souls 2 enemy shows the stark difference in how enemies are tuned across the series. The sheer speed, reactivity, and distance covered by Radahn can turn any enemy into a threat, even a reused one. It’s surprising that a foe as important as the end boss of Elden Ring’s DLC didn’t get a fully unique moveset, but what can you really do with double sword swings? And it’s not like that’s the entirety of Radahn’s moveset, especially when you add Miquella into the mix. Reused or not, your chances of winning are still low.

Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree DLC: Why the best is yet to come FromSoftware/Bandai NamcoWith Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree DLC now on the horizon, here’s why you should be excited about the upcoming expansion. If you’re anything like us, you’ve now been through multiple Elden Ring New Game+ cycles and have done pretty much everything there is to do in the Lands Between. You’ve likely crafted your ideal build and can take down previously fearsome foes like Malenia and Radahn with relative ease, and you now kill invaders for sport rather than necessity. You’ve probably seen the three main endings, becoming either Elden Lord, Lord of Frenzied Flame, or ushering in the Age of the Moon. However, you may be keen to see the three other Elden Lord ending variants based on Fia, Goldmask, and Dung Eater’s questlines. The only issue is, that you only get six NG+ cycles per character, meaning the more endings you see, the less time you’re going to have to explore the DLC with your preferred character/build. Starting the journey again While this won’t be an issue for those who’re happy to start a new character for the Elden Ring DLC, those who want to tackle it with the character they’ve been building since launch will now have hit a progress wall. A stalemate where it probably makes more sense to take a break from the Lands Between, at least until the DLC drops. Yet those who’ve played Souls DLC before will be more anxious than anyone else – and that’s because Souls DLC often changes everything. Be warned, there are spoilers ahead for various Souls games. If we take a quick look back at the previous FromSoftware DLC then the significance of Elden Ring’s gets even more acute, especially if it sticks to the established formula. Dark Souls was the first game to receive an expansion, with the Chosen Undead going back in time to explore the legend of Knight Artorias and the Abyss. Not only did this DLC provide a stunning new area to explore and some more epic bosses, but the events also changed everything we knew about the world of Lordran. Playing Dark Souls 1 a second time with this knowledge makes the story so much more impactful and adds implications to certain boss encounters that are utterly heartbreaking and will stick with you for years to come. It also changes what we thought we knew about Artorias, his quest, and all of humankind. So much so, that this knowledge could seriously impact your decision to link to the flame at the end of Dark Souls, or to simply walk away and let it fade. In short, the Dark Souls 1 DLC elevated the whole experience and pulled the rug out from what we thought was true. A new angle to the quest Dark Souls 2 did something similar but over three separate and distinct DLC packs, each offering a new twisted world to explore that was full of mystery, but more importantly full of answers. Like the Chosen Undead before them, the Bearer of the Curse was also faced with the decision to link the fire or let it fade, only this time, they understood that it was an endless cycle. Even if they build a kingdom based on light or darkness, the cycle will continue regardless. While Dark Souls 2 ended on a note of futility, the Three Crowns DLC completely changed this and offered a sense of hope. Most importantly, it offered a third option that went beyond simply linking the flame or walking away. This, coupled with the main quest in Dark Souls 2: Scholar of the First Sin, changed everything and offered some tantalizing glimpses into where the series could go next. Finding the Three Crowns and unlocking their power became the story that underpinned DS2’s whole quest, trivializing the original aim of simply journeying to the First Flame. Let’s also not overlook that the Dark Souls 2 DLC created some boss encounters and environments that were even more memorable than the base game. For some, the DLC redeemed a title that failed to live up to the original or Demon’s Souls. Once again, the DLC had transformed the game into something new and also laid the groundwork for a sequel. Dark Souls 3 only had two DLC packs, but once again, each made changes to the lore and choices made throughout the original game before neatly tying the whole trilogy together. In fact, the MacGuffin you’re chasing in both Dark Souls 3 DLCs – Ashes of Ariandel and The Ringed City – offered an entirely separate ending that existed alongside DS3’s as a complement to it, rather than a replacement. While optional, this new ending once again changed the whole quest, turning what had previously been a side story into a call to arms that affected the whole world and everyone in it. As a result, every other ending could now be viewed in a new light, and what was once considered an unhappy ending, now had a flicker of hope. The point of this trip down memory lane? Souls DLC improves and transforms the base game, not just from a lore point of view, but gameplay too. If Elden Ring replicates this pattern, it could create a new wrinkle to the quest, and one that respects the player’s choices without undermining them. At the same time, it could add an entirely new dimension to the game, but on a grander scale than before. As every other major FromSoft story expansion has, we suspect the Elden Ring DLC will add elements to the game that change and re-inform future playthroughs, making us question everything we thought we knew about the Lands Between. Changing the game as we know it Simply being armed with the truth about Knight Artorias, the power of the Three Crowns, or The Painted World in the Dark Souls games fundamentally changed our motivations as a player. It led us down new (metaphorical and literal) paths we may not have taken without this knowledge. Therefore, we expect the Elden Ring DLC will cause us to re-evaluate everything we thought we knew about the quest to become Elden Lord. Putting the lore of Miyazaki’s marvelous multiverse aside, prior FromSoftware DLC has also sprinkled the base games with quality-of-life changes that enhanced the experience. In Bloodborne’s The Old Hunters, the titular Hunters we retroactively added to the main quest. Not only did this help tie the expansion to the original game, but it also created a richer world and some extra NPCs to summon in most of the game’s boss fights. Finally, let’s not forget that most FromSoft expansions are just as critically acclaimed as the games they’re being added to, sometimes even more so. Therefore, while we can’t make the wait for Elden Ring DLC any less agonizing, we can confidently say that whatever is in store for us is likely to be a transformative experience – and one that may shatter our preconceptions like a golden demigod’s hammer. As Miyazaki has taught us time and time again, the best is yet to come. If you can’t wait until then, try some of the games mentioned above, as well as the Demon’s Souls remake on PS5. And if you’ve already devoured every other game in FromSoftware’s back catalog then there are some truly excellent Souls-like games that imitate their formula that you should try. We’ve also rounded up everything we know about the Elden Ring DLC. Until then, as Patches once said, “a fine Dark Soul to you.” Be sure to check our Elden Ring page and brush up on your knowledge thanks all the latest guides below: Elden Ring multiplayer | Elden Ring character classes | Elden Ring character creator | Elden Ring New Game Plus | Survive an invasion in Elden Ring | How to level up in Elden Ring | How to get the Horse in Elden Ring

Elden Ring DLC trailer leaves fans cowering as Deathblight swamp becomes reality FromSoftware/Bandai NamcoA two-second snippet of Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree DLC trailer has players dreading an inclusion that only Miyazaki would find funny. A Deathblight swamp. Elden Ring fans have been satiated after months of waiting. The Shadow of the Erdtree DLC trailer finally dropped and it’s a banger from start to finish. Ravenous Tarnished are pouring over the three-minute spectacle for any hints about what to expect. While the primary focus is on the mysterious Messmer the Impaler, other details have also piqued the interest of players. Chief among them is a horrifying preview pointed out by Reddit user u/AK47Kalashnikov that has terrible implications. It appears players may have to wade through a Deathblight swamp in the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. FromSoftware President and Soulsborne mastermind Hidetaka Miyazaki is partial to his poison swamps which feature prominently in nearly every game he’s helmed. His masochistic tendency to force players into punishing areas that kill you for existing is a well-known phenomenon in the fandom. In Elden Ring’s base game, he upped the ante by including the Lake of Rot which is essentially a poison swamp on steroids. Now it looks like players will have to contend with a swamp that inflicts Deathblight, a status ailment in Elden Ring that instantly kills the player if it is allowed to build up. A Deathblight swamp has been jokingly theorized since Shadow of the Erdtree DLC’s initial reveal but now, terrified Elden Ring players are berating one another for “speaking it into existence”. “I was joking about Deathblight swamp… really, just a joke,” one player qualified. “They probably took all the jokes as something we all desired…. but deep down, maybe we did,” pondered another. Fortunately, there are ways to alleviate Deathblight build-up in Elden Ring through items like Rejuvenating Bolluses and incantations like Law of Regression. Perhaps even more comforting is that it looks like you can ride Torrent through the swamp and he’s immune to status effects. Although, as one player pointed out so astutely “real men walk across Deathblight swamp”.

New Elden Ring DLC trailer has fans convinced there won’t be Sites of Grace FromSoftware/Bandai NamcoThe latest trailer for Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree DLC has fans of the game questioning whether Sites of Grace will appear in the Land of Shadows. It’s been a massive week for Elden Ring and not just because Kai Cenat has been streaming the game. We just got a new trailer for the highly anticipated Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. The story trailer gave tantalizing hints about the unseen war that engulfed the Land of Shadows as well as a better look at Messmer the Impaler. Eagle-eyed viewers may have also picked up an extra hint about the appearance of an important character not seen in the base game. Despite all that, one of the major discussions being had in the Elden Ring Subreddit focuses on a seemingly minor detail. Reddit user u/JustWASD pointed out the shining Runes that dot the landscape as a potential resource but many are convinced these are replacements for Sites of Grace that Elden Ring uses as checkpoints. The initial theory was that these Great Runes were connected to a new progression mechanic Hidetaka Miyazaki teased for Shadow of the Erdtree. Others aren’t convinced however and believe that these shining artifacts might be the Elden Ring DLC’s new checkpoints. “Pretty sure those will be the DLC’s equivalent of the Sites of Grace,” one user observed. “My thoughts exactly since Grace probably won’t reach the Shadow Lands,” another replied. Miyazaki has stated that the Land of Shadow is entirely cut off from the Lands between so there’s some credence to the theory. The striking appearance of these potential checkpoints has some players excited about the possible change. “Does this mean I can actually see them before I’m right on f**king top of them?” a player asked. We wouldn’t be opposed to more prominent checkpoints, particularly in environments where Sites of Grace tend to blend in. Of course, these aren’t the only theories about these hovering Great Runes in the latest Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree trailer. One hopeful player suggested they could be a method of repeating boss fights which would be a welcome inclusion. Like all the new mysteries teased out in the lead-up to Elden Ring’s first and only DLC, we’ll just have to wait and see.

Elden Ring DLC price has players freaking out in a good way FromSoftware/Bandai NamcoElden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree DLC has a hefty price tag. Surprisingly, prospective players aren’t at all deterred. Rise Tarnished. Elden Ring DLC is upon us and the trailer for Shadow of the Erdtree has people beyond hyped. Even the looming threat of a Deathblight swamp or Malenia 2.0 can’t dim their excitement. Fans of the base game have been keeping their ear to the ground for any possible details about the DLC like the identity of the mysterious Messmer. One detail that we do know has garnered a surprising reaction from fans. The Elden Ring DLC’s lofty $39.99 USD price would usually send prospective players into a frenzy. Not so for Elden Ring. Fans have taken it to mean we’re in for something special. Gene Park took to X to comment on a trend they’d noticed regarding the discussion of Shadow of the Erdtree’s price. Despite costing nearly twice as much as the Season Pass for Dark Souls 3 – which included two expansions – players weren’t complaining. The trust that FromSoftware has cultivated with its previous titles and their subsequent DLC means players are more than happy to pay the price of entry. “FromSoftware literally never misses with DLC. No doubt in my mind that this will be the best 40 bucks I’ve ever spent in my entire life,” one player explained. “Looking at FromSoftware’s history with Artorius of the Abyss, Old Hunters, and Ringed City, it’s safe to say that we still haven’t played the best part of Elden Ring,” another player responded. “Elden Ring DLC could have cost 200$ and I would’ve bought it,” said another. FromSoftware President Hidetaka Miyazaki has said that Shadow of the Erdtree will be the developer’s biggest expansion to date. Given their history of overdelivering, it seems the company thinks Elden Ring’s DLC is more than worth its staggering price. Players have been drawing comparisons between Shadow of the Erdtree’s price and that of Cyberpunk 2077’s game-saving Phantom Liberty expansion. If the amount of content in Elden Ring’s DLC is comparable to CD Projekt RED’s most recent effort, the excitement will be understandable.

Elden Ring DLC players mourn the loss of killer Perfume in latest patch FromSoftware/Bandai NamcoThe latest Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree balance patch has nerfed one of its most busted weapons and players aren’t ready to say goodbye. Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree DLC is one of the greatest challenges that FromSoftware has ever produced, perhaps a little too challenging for some. In the face of this unique brand of adversity, canny players will look for any possible advantage. We’ve seen certain Sorceries shred through bosses, Duelling Shields trivialize encounters, and perhaps the most broken weapon of all, the Lightning Perfume Bottle. Unfortunately, good things are not made to last and the ability to mulch through Shadow of the Erdtree’s final boss in 13 seconds is one of them. When FromSoftware revealed patch 1.12.3 for Elden Ring, players saw the words they had been dreading since the Lightning Perfume Bottle build first hit the mainstream: “Fixed a bug that caused the Rolling Sparks Skill to deal more damage than expected.” For anyone who missed it, the Lightning Perfume Bottle is one of the new weapon types introduced in Shadow of the Erdtree. When paired with the Rolling Sparks Ash of War, it can deal insane damage and allow players to breeze through Elden Ring’s toughest encounters. A trick where players aim the Ash of War at the ground causes a concentrated series of explosions that can delete even the Fire Giant in seconds. Or rather, it did before the latest patch and players are still coping with that loss. “RIP my lightning bottle build. I have no chance now,” one Tarnished lamented. “This is why I hate it when people broadcast OP builds because now it’s been patched,” another replied. Of course, it’s not just the Lightning Perfume Bottle that took a hit to its power. Changes to the Fire Knight’s Greatsword and the oppressive Quickslash Ash of War have also been introduced to bring some parity to Elden Ring’s post-Shadow of the Erdtree PVP. Although, those changes have been more positively received than the loss of everyone’s favorite “eau de a**kick”.

Elden Ring DLC leak claims to reveal “Barbarians of the Badlands” Bandai Namco EntertainmentA leak has claimed to reveal the first Elden Ring DLC including a new location, the Badlands. Elden Ring DLC is considered more of a when than an if, but if a new leak is to be believed, we’ll soon be taking a trip out of the Lands Between and into the Badlands ‘beyond the fog.’ The leak was revealed by Twitter user @hy_plus, who shared an image full of upcoming game content with ‘Elden Ring: Barbarians of the Badlands’ listed among them. Elden Ring Barbarians of the Badlands DLC reportedly leaked As for the validity of the leak, the account did follow up with another tweet which (roughly) translates to saying “That picture actually spread the unreliable news that was circulating in China, so I deleted it first”. Elden Ring players will remember the Badlands as a region outside of the Lands Between, and as the place where the Tarnished were exiled once Godfrey/Horah Loux ‘lost his grace’ and was stripped of his title as first Elden Lord. Its also worth pointing out that Horah Loux was king of the badlands before he married Queen Marika, goddess of the Lands Between. He then became her consort and general of her armies, changing his name to Godfrey. Most of the Tarnished – including Godfrey – died in the Badlands, but were resurrected in Elden Ring’s prologue and returned to the Lands Between to inherit the mantle of Elden Lord, beginning the events of the game. Elden Ring DLC set in the Badlands could be set before or after the events of the game and could give us more of an insight into the history of the Tarnished. It would also add a new land to explore and, as you’d expect, many more bosses. Of course, take this all with a pinch of salt as the leak is unconfirmed by FromSoftware and Bandai Namco. Speaking of Bandai Namco, the publisher has been the subject of a ransomware attack this week.

Elden Ring DLC: How to max out weapons and spirit ashes before Shadow of the Erdtree arrives FromSoftware/Bandai NamcoHere are the locations of each upgrade material in Elden Ring so you can maximize your weapon potential and get the most out of your Spirit Ashes. Whether you’re using them to upgrade your gear in Elden Ring‘s base game or hoarding them away ready for the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC to face off with Messmer The Impaler, everyone needs upgrade materials to get the best out of their weapons lest you’ll see the infamous “YOU DIED” screen over and over again. Getting your weapons to do heavy damage is relatively simple in Elden Ring, as most upgrade materials are just lying around in mines to collect. Unfortunately, the highly sought-after materials that will help your weapons reach the peak of their power are scarce in the vast Lands Between. Never fear; we’re here to help you find them. Fully upgrade your gear in Elden Ring with these items We highly recommend seeking out the Bell Bearings so you can conveniently buy upgrade materials inside the Roundtable Hold and upgrade these weapons to their penultimate state. Ancient Dragon Smithing Stone locations Most standard weapons you find will require many Smithing Stones of varying levels to upgrade, with the Ancient Dragon Smithing Stone being what peaks your weapon at +25. Though boss weapons seem tempting, consider a properly upgraded weapon with a great affinity, as most special weapons cannot be attuned with, for example, a bleed affinity. Somber Ancient Dragon Smithing Stone locations During your Elden Ring adventure, you may encounter special weapons requiring Somber Smithing Stones to upgrade. These powerful weapons can reach up to +10, simplifying their upgrade process. That may not sound as high as a +25, but they still pack a wallop. This is also the case for weapons that you receive from boss Rememberances. Great Ghost Glovewort locations Checking in with Blacksmith Hewg and giving Roderika a pep talk will result in her being able to upgrade your Spirit Ashes, which is extremely useful for those who like to take on the Lands Between alone. To fully max out your favorite Spirit Ash, you’ll need a Great Ghost Glovewort, only four of which exist in any one playthrough without going into New Game Plus. Those are all the locations of the upgrade materials to fully upgrade your weapons and Spirit Ashes in Elden Ring, just in time to prep for the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. For more Elden Ring, check out our guide on how to defeat Mohg to access the DLC when it releases and our rankings of the best Spirit Ashes to assist you on your quest to become Elden Lord.

Elden Ring DLC has a new progression system to stop players rushing it FromSoftware/Bandai NamcoAre you worried about being over-levelled for the Elden Ring DLC? A new progression system that takes cues from another FromSoftware game might eliminate the problem. Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree DLC is so tantalizingly close and we’ve been hunting for every detail we can find on what to expect. The chief source of information is a Famitsu interview with FromSoftware President and Soulsborne mastermind Hidetaka Miyazaki. From it, we’ve gleaned new info on eight new weapon types coming to Elden Ring and some interesting revelations about Messmer the Impaler. There is one topic we haven’t touched on yet but it could be good news for players wondering about power scaling in the DLC. According to Miyazaki, a new progression system unique to the Land of Shadow will help to slow down the pace for the more powerful Tarnished among us. Players familiar with an older FromSoftware title may recognize it. In the translated Famitsu interview, Miyazaki briefly explained the mechanic. “You will best understand it if you imagine something akin to ‘Attack Power’ in Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice,” he elaborated. “It’s something like an Attack Power separate from existing levels that is only effective within the DLC area.” For those unfamiliar, Attack Power governs your damage in Sekiro and increases naturally as you progress through the game. Rather than Elden Ring’s traditional method of leveling up and smithing your weapons, this system seems to relevel the playing field between enemies and your character. It calls to mind an in-built difficulty slider in which players can explore to gather power or attempt to up the challenge by forgoing any boosts. According to Miyazaki, players can increase their power by seeking out minor bosses and defeating them. He reiterated that players may run into a challenge and think “This boss is too strong, so I’ll explore some other area and challenge them again after I get stronger”. Apparently, everyone will experience the DLC at a similar base power level from the beginning. The decision was made in order to maintain the original feel of the game for high-level players and encourage exploration of the new Land of Shadow area that’s being introduced. Of course, many players will eagerly attempt to turn over every stone regardless of this mechanic to uncover more of the mysterious lore of Elden Ring.

Elden Ring DLC enemy has fans convinced of new underground area FromSoftwareThe Elden Ring community believes that an enemy seen in the Shadow of the Erdtree trailer indicates multiple levels in the map, much like the base game and its many surprises. There are a lot of clues for Elden Ring players to try and uncover in the Shadow of the Erdtree from last week, and they are busy hunting them down. From interesting sigils indicating big lore implications to how certain characters fit into the larger narrative, there have been quite a few theories circulating around. Now, the Elden Ring base believes that an enemy seen in the trailer also shows that the DLC map is going to have more than one level to it. Elden Ring fans think DLC enemy proves underground section of map The theory began circulating on a post to the Elden Ring subreddit, titled: “So, what are the going theories?” The post comes with a screenshot of the enemy in the trailer: a large, skeletal creature atop and/or connected to a spectral horse of some kind. While the post is intended to discuss who this enemy is, the main thing that others have gravitated to is its environment. Based on what they can see in the picture, it causes them to believe that the Shadow of the Erdtree will have more than just one level to it. “My theory is pretty obvious and simple: This enemy shows that there is a map beneath the map.” The base game of Elden Ring contains several different underground areas across the map, so having another one in the DLC isn’t out of the question. In terms of who the enemy is, there are several ideas ranging from it just being a normal enemy of no importance to it being some kind of reincarnation of Radahn, one of the game’s most iconic bosses. The enemy being Radahn is something some users think makes sense given what has to be done to access the DLC: “It being the corpse of Radahn could also explain why Miyazaki said killing Radahn was one of the requirements to enter the DLC. Interesting, never thought of that before…” While there are still plenty of answers remaining, this isn’t going to stop the Elden Ring fans from continuing to play detective.

Elden Ring DLC could be imminent as collectible reveal gets fans hyped FromSoftwareFromSoftware fans think they’ve nailed down the Elden Ring DLC release date thanks to the reveal of a new collectible figure. Elden Ring cemented itself as one of the greatest RPGs of all time when it took multiple awards including Game of the Year and Best Game Direction in 2022. The game broke sales records for FromSoftware introducing millions of players to their unique brand of gameplay. Since the announcement of the impending Elden Ring DLC Shadow of the Erdtree, fans of the title have been clamoring for an update. After their hopes for a trailer during The Game Awards 2023 were dashed, players are growing frustrated with FromSoftware. Looking for clues anywhere they can, some fans believe the Elden Ring DLC is very close thanks to a recent reveal from PureArts. The release window of a new Elden Ring collectible figure from the company started the speculation. The figures release window of February 2024 has hopeful players donning their tinfoil hats and putting forth claims of “Elden Ring DLC month confirmed”. This is primarily due to the figure’s release coinciding with the game’s two-year anniversary. Their suppositions are bolstered by an incident last year in which a licensed Elden Ring from Thrustmaster was marketed to launch alongside the DLC. The controller will also be launching in February of 2024. Unlike Thrustmaster, Pure Arts made no such promises about their figure launching with the Elden Ring DLC. Despite that, fans in the announcement thread are still claiming this as proof of the impending DLC. Other’s were more hung up on the wording of PureArts post after mistaking it for a DLC announcement. Users referred to the line “Tarnished, you’ve waited long enough” as “bait”. Rumors have been swirling about a possible shadow drop of Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree DLC and the game’s two-year anniversary on February 25, 2024, would be the best time to do it. FromSoftware has pulled off similar things in the past by unceremoniously launching DLC for other games with no warning whatsoever.

Elden Ring Director says Shadow of the Erdtree DLC isn’t a definitive end FromSoftwareHidetaka Miyazaki has revealed that while Shadow of the Erdtree will be Elden Ring’s only DLC, it won’t close the door on a potential sequel. The long wait for Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree DLC is slowly winding down as the June 21, 2024, release date edges closer. In true FromSoftware fashion, the community has been speculating over breadcrumbs regarding Messmer the Impaler, new weapon types, and more revealed in its initial trailer. Elden Ring Director and FromSoftware President Hidetaka Miyazaki has been relatively quiet since the DLCs reveal. He just broke his silence in an interview posted on the Chinese forum Zhuanlan. While initially tricky to translate, one of the primary takeaways from the interview was that despite Shadow of the Erdtree being the sole DLC for Elden Ring, FromSoftware isn’t necessarily ready to halt further exploration of the IP. Shadow of the Erdtree DLC may leave room for an Elden Ring sequel Unlike previous FromSoftware titles that ordinarily receive two DLC expansions, Miyazaki reiterated that Shadow of the Erdtree would be Elden Ring’s only add-on. This is primarily because Elden Ring is their only traditional open-world title. “Instead of splitting it into several parts, it is better to simply make one big one,” he explained. “If we sold separate DLC, the freedom of exploration and sense of adventure would be reduced.” This does not mean we won’t see more of Elden Ring, however. “Shadow of the Erdtree is the first and last DLC. We have no plans to add more content to Elden Ring. But it has not yet been decided whether the entire story of Elden Ring will be concluded,” Miyazaki revealed per our translation via reverso. Ordinarily, FromSoftware’s DLC focuses on answering questions and tying up narrative threads. Shadow of the Erdtree will be no different but Miyazaki stopped short of denying any loose ends. “Some of the mysteries left by the main story will be answered,” he explained. “As for whether it will bring deeper ones, I cannot guarantee that overall.” Perhaps these lingering questions will be answered in an Elden Ring sequel.

Elden Ring director is still working on his “ideal fantasy RPG” FromSoftwareThe director of Elden Ring created one of the most beloved fantasy games ever, but says he’s still working on his ideal RPG, and it could be his next project. With the release of Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree DLC fast approaching, fans wonder what’s next for FromSoftware. Shadow of the Erdtree is expected to be the only expansion for the game, so players will soon be saying goodbye to the Lands Between. Naturally, there’s a lot of speculation about what FromSoftware’s next project is. Could it be Dark Souls 4, Bloodborne 2, Sekiro: Shadows Die Thrice? It could be something entirely new, separate from all of the previous franchises, expanding on what has already been created. Elden Ring director Hidetaka Miyazaki has hinted at what his next project will be. In a June 15 interview with PC Gamer, he discussed his future plans and how Elden Ring is the stepping stone to something bigger. “Back when doing interviews about Elden Ring, I think I mentioned that I’m still in the process of making my ideal fantasy RPG,” Miyazaki said, “And while Elden Ring is not quite it, it’s pretty close. It’s getting close. “It’s hard to say without giving spoilers for my next idea or our next games. But I think one thing that’s not necessarily missing, but makes it difficult to achieve my ideal, is that when I play it, I know everything’s going to happen. “I already know everything that’s going on. So in terms of enjoying the game from a player’s perspective, I’d love to not know that, and for somebody else to make my ideal fantasy game, please, if possible. Then I can enjoy it just as a player.” Miyazaki’s statement confirms that FromSoftware is working on another fantasy RPG, but the studio is big enough to accommodate multiple games, so Armored Core fans shouldn’t be too disheartened by his statement. Whether the new game is Elden Ring 2, Dark Souls 4, or something entirely new, it’s exciting to think that a game as massive and impressive as Elden Ring still doesn’t fit Miyazaki’s vision of an ideal RPG. Once Shadow of the Erdtree is out of the way, then the long wait for FromSoftware’s next opus will begin.

Elden Ring director calls Soulslike label “humbling” but won’t take full credit for genre FromSoftwareElden Ring director and FromSoftware president Hidetaka Miyazaki discussed the studio’s influence on gaming and how he feels about his games inspiring the Soulslike genre. Miyazaki explained his feelings on FromSoftware’s games inspiring a sub-genre, with the term Soulslike itself paying homage to the Demon’s Souls and Dark Souls series during an interview with Rolling Stone. Though he and the FromSoftware team seem honored by the term, Miyazaki refused to take full credit for inventing a new genre since the core mechanics already existed. Instead, he attributes the Soulslike moniker and its success to luck, saying “We just happened to release [Demon’s Souls] into the market at the right time.” Miyazaki went on to say, “So as happy as it makes us, I think it’s also very humbling to know that there has been a lot of credit given to us for naming a genre.” Since Demon’s Souls was released in 2009, FromSoftware has become known for its style of punishing gameplay and challenging bosses that players expect to die to over and over again as they learn their attacks and how to perfectly counter them. Plenty of other developers have clearly been inspired, with experiences such as Lies of P and the Nioh series following the same basic formula, albeit with their own twists. In the same interview, Miyazaki admitted that he plays other Soulslikes, though more for research than as a fan. “It’s very stimulating for me to be able to see it from many different angles, because we’re all working within the same sandbox, in a way,” he explained. What FromSoftware works on next following Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree expansion is a mystery, though Miyazaki did express an interest in experimenting with different kinds of games and eventually making a traditional JRPG. For now, fans of the genre have plenty of content to enjoy, with Shadow of the Erdtree breaking records and shocking players with its difficulty.

Elden Ring devs respond to PC & console performance issues and outline new patch FromSoftwareElden Ring devs have released a statement on the game’s performance issues that are currently impacting players on PC and console. Despite receiving fantastic review scores, a number of Elden Ring players are reporting FPS issues. While our best Elden Ring settings guide can help stabilize your frame rate, the game’s performance can still take a hit during certain areas and encounters. Even the 1.02 day one patch hasn’t completely fixed the stuttering and poor frame rate, which often results in some incredibly frustrating deaths. Fortunately, it seems the developers are aware of the various Elden Ring performance issues and are working on improving the title. Here’s everything that the developers have flagged and will be looking to fix in the future update. Elden Ring devs apologize for performance issues Posting on the official Bandai Namco website, Elden Ring developers issued an apology over the game’s performance issues. Here’s what they had to say on the current matter: “Thank you very much for playing Elden Ring and for your feedback. We are currently experiencing some issues that are preventing the game from playing properly under some conditions. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and ask for your patience.” “We are also working on a few other bug fixes and performance improvements as needed. Please don’t hesitate to contact our support team if you encounter other issues. Thank you for your continued support of Elden Ring.” Elden Ring upcoming performance and bugfixes The Elden Ring developers have outlined a number of issues that will be fixed in an upcoming patch. Read More: Elden Ring day one update 1.02 patch notes – Quite when this update will release remains to be seen, but you can see the full breakdown below: Regarding the problem of the mouse being too sensitive in the PC version We will be sending out a patch for this issue in the near future. – – Regarding the problem of Easy Anti-Cheat failing to launch when the Steam account name is set to 2-byte characters. We are aware of the cause of this issue and will be providing a patch in the near future. – – Regarding the phenomenon of frame rate and other performance-related issues during gameplay We will be constantly working to improve the game so that it can be played comfortably on various PC environments and platforms. – For the PC version, updating your graphics card drivers to the latest version may significantly improve performance. – – About the phenomenon of game data that does not save correctly in the PlayStation 5 version If the PS5 console is unexpectedly turned off while playing a game or in rest mode, saved data may not be saved correctly. – We are aware of the cause of this issue and are working on a patch to correct it, but until the patch is released, please save your game manually by exiting the game regularly. – Game data will be saved correctly if you quit the game by opening the system menu using the Option button and selecting “Quit Game.” – – So, there you have it, everything you need to know about the upcoming Elden performance fixes. Hopefully, the upcoming patch will alleviate a lot of the current FPS problems and bugs. In the meantime, be sure to check out our Elden Ring page for all the latest news and guides. Best Elden Ring PC settings | Elden Ring patch notes | Elden Ring Stonedigger Troll | Elden Ring Flying Dragon Agheel | Elden Ring Tree Sentinel | Elden Ring Grave Warden | Elden Ring Pumpkin Head | Elden Ring Soldier of Godrick | Elden Ring Godrick the Grafted

Elden Ring devs discover solution to widespread PC performance issues Bandai NamcoElden Ring developers have given Shadow of the Erdtree players a tip on how to fix some PC performance issues. While Shadow of the Erdtree’s difficulty caused much consternation at launch, PC players also encountered problems with inconsistent frame rates. The DLC’s user reviews dropped to ‘Mixed’ on Steam as a result. Performance tweaks were included in the 1.12.2 patch for Elden Ring, yet frame rate errors still lingered for some. Fortunately, developers at FromSoftware have identified at least one problem they believe is holding back PC performance to a degree. In a short post on FromSoftware’s official Player Support Twitter/X page, the team noted that Elden Ring’s PC users may struggle with stability hiccups “when playing the game while running a mouse-control related app.” This includes apps such as G HUB and Cooler Master’s MasterPlus software. FromSoftware support says the solution is stop using the mouse software application and try playing Shadow of the Erdtree again for better results. This may not come as too much of a surprise to some, as running additional applications in the background has been known to cause frame rate stutters while gaming on PC. Even higher-end rigs can encounter these troubles when running an application like Discord alongside a game. Elden Ring’s PC performance is not the only aspect of Shadow of the Erdtree that continues to receive post-launch adjustments, though. As mentioned above, Shadow of the Erdtree’s difficulty proved divisive upon release as well. Player feedback about the sometimes overwhelming challenge inspired a change with Shadow Realm Blessings that make them more effective early on in the DLC. Shadow of the Erdtree launched on Friday, June 21, serving as Elden Ring’s first and only DLC expansion. What the crew at FromSoftware plans on producing next currently remains to be seen.

Elden Ring devs comment sparks “mountain of fire” mystery From SoftwareElden Ring is a game full of secrets that reward the player for exploring every corner of its expansive world, and it seems yet another mystery has been uncovered. Since Elden Ring hit gaming systems worldwide, the game has garnered a massive following of new and old souls fans alike. With the massive amount of players the game has amassed, fans have discovered a ton of new secrets littered around the grim world of the Land Between. From secret passageways disguised as ordinary walls to the ungodly amount of optional items that can be discovered, the latest from From Software has enough discoveries to keep the community entertained for a while. And as the community has grown to become so big, it seems that something new is being discovered every other day. The latest in the long line of surprises comes in the form of a dev leaving a very cryptic message about a “mountain of fire” in the game. Elden Ring dev uncovers “mountain of fire” mystery Redditor CellTastic first discovered the dev’s message on a top of a volcanic mountain. In true cryptic From Software fashion, the message cryptically reads: “I thought this a mountain of fire, but I hardly feel a thing! I’ll..” As the message abruptly ends, this immediately sent the Elden Ring Reddit into a frenzy. Speculation about this mysterious “mountain of fire” began running rampant throughout the forum as fans wondered if the treasure was nearby or of any other major significance. One user wondered about whether or not the abruptly ended tale was a dev who was pushed off of a cliff, just like Patches does to the player, saying, “Looks like he got the Patches treatment as we did.” In contrast, another player expressed his feelings about the secret, jokingly saying: “I think that’s the point; I think the dev was pushed into the lava, and that’s why he couldn’t finish his sentence, or maybe it’s connected to” stopping short of finishing the sentence to continue the joke. While we don’t know what this mystery truly is, at the moment, it seems to exist as a meme. The dev’s message seemingly appears to be a callback to your dealings with Patches and the untimely demise you meet when following the rainbow stones near the volcano manor. Things could change in the future, but as of right now, the “mountain of fire” appears just to be a joke from the developers.

Elden Ring developer’s parent company falls victim to “significant cyberattack” FromSoftware/Bandai NamcoFromSoftware’s parent company has suffered a major ransomware attack leaving the Elden Ring developer’s data in danger of being exposed. Elden Ring developer FromSoftware should be riding high right now after the incredible success of the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. Despite some minor hiccups with Steam Ratings, the expansion reviewed well and even popular streamer Asmongold has walked back his complaints. However, there’s now a very real shadow now hanging over the company. The developer’s parent corporation Kadokawa Group has been hit with a major data breach. Initially reported by IGN, the Kadokawa Group admitted to a “significant cyberattack” that occurred on June 8, 2024. An update given by the corporation on June 27 went over the details of the attack. The hacker group that committed the breach has released a communication asserting that they have been able to steal a massive 1.5 TB of data in the ransomware attack. This includes vast quantities of confidential information and the personal data of employees and clients which the perpetrators are threatening to release on July 1, 2024. Kadokawa Group has revealed that one of the biggest victims of the breach is the Japanese video-sharing site Niconico. All services have been suspended for the website since June 8 as Kadokawa Group works on “solutions and workarounds” to get it running safely. FromSoftware was not directly mentioned in the report so it’s currently unclear what impact the ransomware attack has had on the studio. Given the historic hacks of Insomniac Games and Rockstar in recent years, some anxiety is to be expected. Kadokawa Group is currently investigating the breach with “external professional organizations”. We’ll be sure to keep an eye out for any updates on how this may impact the Elden Ring developer.

Elden Ring day one update 1.02 patch notes: FPS, balance changes, bugfixes, more FromSoftwareThe Elden Ring 1.02 day one patch is finally live and aims to improve the game’s overall stability and performance. Here’s everything you need to know about the update. Bandai Namco has released the Elden Ring day one patch, which aims to fix a number of the game’s FPS issues, provide balance adjustments, and clear up a number of bugs. The day one update will come as a relief to any players currently struggling to reach a consistent FPS on From Software’s latest title. While the best performance settings can help stabilize your frame, this update helps fix random FPS drops. There are also a number of adjustments to the in-game text and changes to NPC events. If you’re looking to dive into Elden Ring and wish to know exactly what the 1.02 patch entails, then our patch notes guide has you covered. Contents Elden Ring 1.02 patch notes – How to download the Elden Ring patch 1.02 on PS4 and PS5 – How to download the Elden Ring patch 1.02 on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One – How to download the Elden Ring patch 1.02 on PC – Elden Ring 1.02 patch notes Those looking to have the best performance and experience within Elden Ring will want to download the 1.02 patch. Bandai Namco has distributed this day one update to improve the stability of the gameplay. Here are all the changes made in the 1.02 patch update: Improved player controls. – Addition and adjustment of BGM. – Text adjustments. – Balance adjustments. – NPC event fixes and adjustments. – Fixed frame rate drops under certain conditions. – Fixed text bug in some languages. – Fixed a bug that prevented the Xbox wireless headset from working properly. – It’s important to note that the implementation of ray tracing, which is planned to be supported after the launch, will be revealed in a future announcement. If you have purchased a digital version of the game, please apply the patch after downloading the full game. How to download the Elden Ring patch 1.02 on PS4 and PS5 In order to download the Elden Ring day one patch, simply follow the instructions outlined below: Boot up your PS4/PS5. – Select Elden Ring on the home screen or in your Library. – Press the Options button. – Select “Check for Updates”. – Once you’ve done the above, the Elden Ring 1.02 patch will begin downloading. How to download the Elden Ring patch 1.02 on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One Downloading the Elden Ring day one patch on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One is very simple. To begin, follow the steps below: Boot up your Xbox Series X|S/Xbox One. – Select Elden Ring from the Home screen or My Collection, then Games. – Press the Menu button – Select “Manage Games and Add-ons”. – If done correctly, the Elden Ring 1.02 update should begin downloading. How to download the Elden Ring patch 1.02 on PC If your copy of Elden Ring doesn’t automatically download the 1.02 patch on Steam, then you can manually download it via this method: Open Steam and log into your account. – Navigate over to your Steam Library. – Right-click Elden Ring and select “Properties”. – Select the “Updates” tab. – Choose “Always keep this game up to date” from the drop-down menu. – So, there you have it, everything included in the Elden Ring 1.02 patch and how you can download it. Make sure you check out our Elden Ring page for all the latest news and guides. Elden Ring Stonedigger Troll | Elden Ring Flying Dragon Agheel | Elden Ring Tree Sentinel | Elden Ring Grave Warden | Elden Ring Pumpkin Head | Elden Ring Soldier of Godrick | Elden Ring Godrick the Grafted

Elden Ring datamines reveal an unused “cataclysm system” leading to new areas FromSoftwareElden Ring’s underground areas nearly looked very different thanks to an unrealized “cataclysm system” discovered by an expert dataminer. Elden Ring’s most dedicated dataminer Sekiro Dubi recently revealed some staggering discoveries centered around the game’s underground areas. A long-theorized “cataclysm system” that Sekiro Dubi has found connections to in their previous datamining looks to align with this latest discovery. Most players will have taken note of the Lands Between’s crumbling topography and it appears that when Marika shattered the Elden Ring, it also shattered the realm. In your own journey, you shatter it a little further, at least you do if you follow Ranni’s questline. Sekiro Dubi has seen more of Elden Ring’s underbelly than perhaps any person who doesn’t work at FromSoftware and according to them, the meteor that strikes Limgrave when you kill Radhan was once part of a much larger gameplay system. Their latest video reveals more evidence of what they call the cataclysm system and the unseen underground areas attached to it. Within Elden Ring’s files, Sekiro Dubi discovered new underground areas and was even able to use existing mesh left in the game to explore them. Their first trip takes them into a new area of the Deeproot Depths in which the withered and mutated husk of Godwyn the Golden is found. When viewed in the world map, extends all the way into the Consecrated Snowfield. Following the winding path, Sekiro Dubi even discovered leftover assets including an elevator that takes them all the way up to the Mountaintops of the Giants. It’s possible that this was the original method of traveling to the Consecrated Snowfield or the inverse, that players were meant to gain access to the Deeproot Depths from this entry and finish Fia’s questline far later. Entry to this path seems to have been barred by the heavy snowfall on the mountains but that snow would be melted away by an in-game event similar to the meteor fall in Limgrave. The most likely reason for this would be the ignition of the Giant’s Forge. The other underground area uncovered by Sekiro Dubi was an addition to the Moghwyn Palace’s surroundings. Ordinarily in Elden Ring, you have to teleport to this area via the aforementioned Consecrated Snowfield or the Pureblood Knight’s Medal given to you by Varre. This newly discovered area would be accessed by a meteor crater in Starscourge Radahn’s boss arena. When looking at the featureless mesh that Sekiro Dubi was able to traverse, it appears to open with a large bowl that would have been the crater. The area also houses what appears to be a sizeable boss arena which would likely have been an arena to fight Astel or one of his counterparts. It also gives a more cohesive entrance into the Moghwyn Palace area than what we wound up with in the final version of the game. As with all cut content from Elden Ring, it was left out for a reason and most will be hesitant to factor it into their understanding of the game’s lore and overall story. Still, this particular information uncovered by Zulie may be useful in your own efforts to piece things together.

Elden Ring dataminer restores scrapped starting point using hidden content FromSoftwareAn Elden Ring dataminer has managed to restore the original starting section for the game using hidden files. Elden Ring still remains one of the biggest games in recent years. The massive RPG was first released in February 2022, dominating the gaming space for the year and even being awarded with the Game of the Year for its efforts. Despite being over two years old now, Elden Ring is still as popular as ever. With players returning to the game in droves in the lead-up to the game’s expansion. The Shadow of the Erdtree DLC is set to release on June 1, 2024, adding new environments, bosses, enemies, weapons, and characters. While many may be looking to the future of Elden Ring, one player has chosen to go back to when it all began. YouTuber Sekiro Dubi published a video of a completely different starting area for the game, one that they found while looking through the files of the game and pieced back together in full. Dubi explains in the caption of the video how they were able to “restore the original Elden Ring starting point, along with the original location of Melina’s starting cutscene. The voice lines are also unused, giving us two different cutscenes.” Not only is this hidden footage an exciting Easter Egg for Elden Ring players but it also reveals that the initial plan for the beginning of the game was quite different indeed. Those who have played through the opening of Elden Ring will know that players begin in The Stranded Graveyard and eventually work their way through the Cave of Knowledge. Rather than this location being the first to explore, developer FromSoftware had first thought to start players in the seas, the player being met by Melina and Torrent here instead. Elden Rings fans shared their reactions to this alternative opening cinematic in the comments section of the video. One user wrote, “This place makes way more sense than the actual spawn point.” Another added, “This actually makes a lot more sense than the final game. I honestly wanna play a full build of this cut content version of ER. It seems super cool and has a lot more DS vibes.”

Elden Ring dataminer finds hidden Dark Souls secret on enemy character FromSoftwareOne of the enemies in Elden Ring has a bizarre secret connection with an infamous boss from the original Dark Souls. It’s no secret that FromSoftware reused elements from the other Soulsborne games in Elden Ring. Considering the sheer amount of content needed to fill out Elden Ring’s massive world, this was likely a time-saving measure. Eagle-eyed players might have noticed that the Omenkiller enemies from Elden Ring, who are large humanoids wielding twin swords, use similar attacks to the Capra Demon from Dark Souls, a goat-headed monster with two blades that can leap through the air and slam the player with both weapons. The Zullie the Witch YouTube channel has uncovered another connection between the Omenkiller and the Capra Demon. The skeleton used to animate the Omenkiller still has the Capra Demon’s tail, despite the Omenkiller not having one. While the Omenkiller lacks a tail, it still has the same animations as the Capra Demon and some additional positioning, such as when an Omenkiller is sitting down. As the animation skeleton can only be seen by modding the game, the connection between the Omenkiller and the Capra Demon is only known to those digging through Elden Ring’s files. then again, actually fighting an Omenkiller will show that it reused the Capra Demon’s combat animations. This content reuse was a smart move on FromSoftware’s part, allowing the team to pack more enemy types into the game. The only issue is that some of the copy/paste was too obvious, like the Edrtree Avatars being obvious reworks of the Asylum Demon from Dark Souls. If you’re a hardcore FromSoftware fan, then these enemies stuck out like a sore thumb. There are still plenty of Dark Souls, Bloodborne, and Sekiro foes that have no obvious parallel in Elden Ring, but that may soon change when the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC is released. The player might be pitched against many suspiciously similar foes in the new areas, but hopefully, there will be no more Capra Demons, as the one in Dark Souls was bad enough.

Elden Ring DLC boss made less terrifying by surprising revelation Bandai NamcoElden Ring players who’ve faced off against the Dancing Lion boss in Shadow of the Erdtree are shocked to learn the truth about the hulking creature. The Divine Beast Dancing Lion is among the first bosses players encounter when diving into Shadow of the Erdtree. Like other Elden Ring bosses, this foe is fearsome and requires plenty of trial and error to overcome. However, YouTuber BonfireVN has discovered what actually lies beneath the Dancing Lion – two giant characters dressed in an elaborate costume. The person at the front wears the shaggy headpiece, their hands clasped on either side of the lion’s face to manipulate its roaring and head-shaking maneuvers. Meanwhile, a second person crawls on all fours behind the leader to act as the tail. A glimpse beneath the suit shows the crawling man is put through the wringer whenever Elden Ring’s Dancing Lion pounces around the area. Shadow of the Erdtree fans have expressed shock at the revelation, though some noted the Dancing Lion has roots in Chinese tradition. Such getup is specifically modeled after the Barongsai, a Chinese lion dance performed at festivals and other events. Two dancers operate the lion costume, with one manipulating the head while the other controls the tail end. One person in the YouTube comments wrote, “Never have I imagined a barongsai… [being] reimagined as something so otherworldy. Really fantastic work by the design team.” Someone else said the reveal makes the Dancing Lion look a lot less terrifying. “The guy on the back… The horror of this boss turned into humor. So funny to see him running around on all 4s.” Interestingly enough, this is the same boss that streamer Perrikaryal beat with a mind-controlled gamepad.

Elden Ring Colosseum PvP explained: locations, how to use & more FromSoftwareElden Ring’s paid DLC Shadow of the Erdtree is around the corner but for those eager to go back to The Lands Between, the Colosseum PvP battles are available at different points of the map. Here’s everything about them, including a breakdown of their mechanics. Since its release, players have speculated about the purpose of the Colosseums dotting the landscape of the Lands Between in Elden Ring, postulating that they would be ideal for PvP battles. With the 1.08 update, these theories were confirmed as players can now step into the Colosseum and face off against fellow Tarnished. Here’s everything you need to know about this new PvP mode in the game, including where you can find it, how to take part, and any other details you’ll need to know. Of course, FromSoftware is likely to expand and update the Colosseum PvP over time, so all changes will be kept track of below. Contents Elden Ring Colosseum locations – How Colosseum PvP works – Colosseum PvP modes – Colosseum PvP rewards – Elden Ring Colosseum locations There are three different Colosseums in Elden Ring, one in Limgrave, one in Caelid, and another in the Capital city of Leyndell. Each serves the same purpose, letting solo or groups of players face off in combat. Limgrave Colosseum location The Limgrave Colosseum can be found in northern Limgrave on the little peninsula past the Great Bridge. You’ll be invaded by a red phantom before reaching it, that’s how you’ll know you’re close. Caelid Colosseum location The Caelid Colosseum is located in northern Caelid across the landbridge and past the minor Erd Tree. However, to access it you’ll need to first go down the Siofra Well elevator in Mistwood, and travel through the Siofra River. At the end of this dangerous area, you’ll spot another elevator that will take you up into Caelid. Be aware that you’ll need two Stonesword Keys to access it. You’ll emerge into a new area of Caelid surrounded by cliffs. Follow the gorge path to the Colosseum, dodging the enemies and traps on Torrent. You’ll soon arrive at the location, seeing it guarded by a giant pot guardian. Don’t worry, he’s friendly, and he has a challenge for you. You can go past him though and access the Colosseum by opening the doors. Leyndell Royal Colosseum location You can reach the Leyndell Colosseum by working your way through the city until you find the large vines that lead up to where you battle Godfrey for the first time. Instead of heading towards Godfrey, and Morgott, you can simply take the opposite path toward the large structure. You’ll need to fend off two powerful duelist enemies before you can reach the doors though. If you’ve already unlocked all the Sites of Grace, the easiest method to reach this area is to spawn at the Site of Grace where you beat Godfrey and head back out and across the vines. This will save you from needing to go through the city again to reach the Colosseum – unless you’ve already caused Faram Azula to fall from the sky. How Colosseum PvP works Once you enter the Colosseum, approach the alter to trigger the match menu. The following options will be made available: Combat Format: In this section, players can choose between the three combat styles the PvP mode includes. – Number of Players: Here you can select the number of players that will join the combat. For the Colosseums in Limgrave and Caelid you can fight with teams of two, four, or six players. However, for Leyndell you can only have two. – Spirit Ashes: This dictates if players will be able to summon spirits or if this feature will be turned off. – Colosseum Password: Setting a password allows players to limit entry to their matches, creating private games between them and others. Only those who know the password may enter, essentially cutting off random/public matchmaking. – Restrictions: Setting which players can enter and who cannot. – Desired Team: Once the password is set, this decides who your allies will be. – Venue: The Colosseum you’re battling in, be it Limegrave, Caelid, or Leyndell. – All Colosseum PvP modes There are three Combat Format options in the match menu: Duel This is a single 180-second match in which two players go toe-to-toe. The one with the most kills wins. Healing items are forbidden, but both participants have access to one of the Flask of Cerulean Tears to refill magic. Duel can only be used in both Caelid and Leyndell Colosseums. Combat Ordeal This is a battle royal where it’s every Tarnished for themselves for 300 seconds. The player with the most kills wins. Both flasks are available once per life, but will only fill a small amount of health or magic. This can be between three to six players. Combat Ordeal can only be used in Limgrave and Caelid Colosseums. United Combat This match also lasts 300 seconds but splits the players into two teams of either two or three. The group with the most kills will win and both flasks are available once per life, but will only fill a small amount of health or magic. United Combat can only be used in Limgrave and Caelid Colosseums. Colosseum PvP rewards At this time, winning a round of PvP either solo or as part of a team offers no reward but bragging rights and fun. We even kept our runes after losing a match and didn’t win any when we defeated our opponents. However, this could change in time. For more Elden Ring content, check our guides below: Elden Ring Stonedigger Troll | Elden Ring Margit the Fell Omen | Elden Ring Tree Sentinel | Elden Ring Grave Warden | Elden Ring Pumpkin Head | Elden Ring Soldier of Godrick | Elden Ring Godrick the Grafted | Elden Ring Red Wolf of Redagon | Elden Ring Rennala | Elden Ring Flying Dragon Agheel | Elden Ring horse guide | How to beat Radahn | How to Beat Godfrey

Elden Ring Colosseum DLC patch notes: PvP, weapon & build changes FromSoftwareThe first Elden Ring DLC drops today, here are all of the changes coming to the game in the Colosseum update from patch 1.08. Elden Ring‘s Colosseum update marks the first DLC to release for FromSoftware’s masterpiece. However, rather than being a true story expansion, the Colosseum update is a PvP-focused addition to the game that finally allows players to enter the various arena structures scattered around the Lands Between. Here they can battle to the death, or team up with other players to battle another group. Now that the Colosseum update is live, here are all the changes that have arrived with it thanks to the 1.08 patch. Contents PvP-exclusive balance adjustments The adjustments in this section do not affect single-player or cooperative play: Reduced thrusting weapons counterattack damage. – Reduced guard efficiency when attacking with your shield up for some weapon types. – The poise damage of the following weapons has been reduced (Weapon Arts poise damage remains unchanged): – Straight Swords / Thrusting Swords / Heavy Thrusting Swords / Curved Swords / Axes / Spears / Twinblade Swords / Katanas – Reduced the poise damage of the Incantation Bestial Sling. – Reduced the power of the Spell Carian Slicer. – General balance adjustments Increased the speed and distance of some attacks and reduced the recovery time for the following weapons: Daggers / Axes / Hammers / Flails (dual-wielded) – Increased the speed of some attacks and reduced the recovery time for the following weapons: – Twinblade (two-handed) / Reaper / Fist / Claw – Slightly increased the speed of crouching and rolling attacks of Colossal Swords. – Increased the stagger damage of Axes’ guard counters. – Increased poise when attacking with two-handed Hammers. – Increased poise damage of Claws. Weapon Arts remain unchanged. – Increased poise value during the active part of the Stamp (Upward Cut / Sweep) Weapon Art. – Increased poise damage of the weapon slash part of the Transient Moonlight Weapon Art, and reduced the poise damage of the magic wave. – Reduced the speed Thrusting Swords and Heavy Thrusting Swords crouching attacks. – Reduced the stagger caused by double-handed Heavy Thrusting Swords jumping attacks. – Reduced poise damage of Hammers, Great Hammers, and some Colossal Weapons. Weapon Arts remain unchanged. – Reduced the poise damage of the Cragblade Weapon Art. – Reduced hitbox duration of the flame portion of the Flaming Strike Weapon Art. – Reduced poise damage of the Flame of the Redmanes Weapon Art. – Reduced the time it takes to activate the guard part of the Shield Bash Weapon Art. – Reduced the poise damage of the Gravity Bolt Weapon Art. – Bug fixes Fixed a bug that sometimes prevented consumable items from being replenished when teleporting to a grace from the map. – Fixed a bug where stamina would replenish when switching to a crouching position while running. – Fixed a bug where Spell, Incantation, and item input actions were ignored while guarding against attacks. – Fixed incorrect physical attack values of some attacks of the Serpent-Hunter weapon. – Fixed a bug that prevented the follow-up attack from occurring when the Black Sword Incantation was activated with a Sacred Seal in the left hand. – Fixed a bug where the attack power of the right-hand weapon was sometimes applied when casting the Inescapable Frenzy Incantation with a two-handed Sacred Seal in the left hand. – Fixed a bug that could cause multiple damage instances when certain Spells and Incantations were casted while jumping. – Fixed a bug that caused Weapon Arts to be incorrectly used with specific combinations of weapon and Weapon Arts. – If you’re looking for more ways to overcome the many difficult challenges in Elden Ring, we’ve got plenty of other guides to help. You can find them by clicking here or clicking the individual links below. Elden Ring Stonedigger Troll | Elden Ring Margit the Fell Omen | Elden Ring Tree Sentinel | Elden Ring Grave Warden | Elden Ring Pumpkin Head | Elden Ring Soldier of Godrick | Elden Ring Godrick the Grafted | Elden Ring Red Wolf of Redagon | Elden Ring Rennala | Elden Ring Flying Dragon Agheel | Elden Ring horse guide | How to beat Radahn | How to Beat Godfrey

Elden Ring cheaters are ruining PC saves: Here’s how to back them up on Steam FromSoftwareElden Ring cheaters are ruining players’ saves on PC, creating frustrating scenarios where bosses can no longer be challenged. So, here’s exactly what to look out for and how you can back up your Elden Ring save file on Steam before it’s too late. Posting on the official Elden Ring Reddit page, Fromsoftware fans have warned the game’s community about a group of cheaters who are targeting new players. According to the post, cheaters are currently invading the games of newbies under the guise of helping them clear bosses. As you can imagine, this “help” is welcomed by many Tarnished, particularly those struggling against the game’s more notorious bosses. However, one has described how accepting aid from invaders could end up costing you your entire save. Elden Ring cheaters leave saves tarnished “Right before entering the Fire Giant boss area with a summoned cooperator, a player invaded,” the post explained. “Instead of being forced out, he teleported on top of me labeled as a “Host of Fingers” and began assisting with the boss fight, appearing wherever I did and being generally helpful.” Unfortunately, the player quickly found out that the invader’s true intentions were to never actually help them. Instead, they reentered their world again, this time in the Consecrated Catacombs, and triggered the Maliketh and Dragonlord boss fights. The cheater instantly cleared both and spawned the unfortunate player in the Ashen Capital. They continued, “Since then bosses have died that I cannot access yet and I have remembrances super early now along with their drops. There are a lot of areas that are now cleared but I never did.” Essentially, the cheater deprived the target of the satisfaction of beating the game’s bosses, while also running a co-op save file as they can no longer summon their friend. To make matters even worse, this isn’t an isolated case either, as other Steam players have reported similar experiences. While you can avoid invaders completely by playing offline, this isn’t ideal for Tarnish looking to delve into co-op or PvP. Fortunately, there is a way you can safeguard your save file against these cheaters. How to back up your Elden Ring PC save on Steam To manually back up your Elden Ring save file on Steam, you can simply follow these simple steps outlined below: Head over to the hard drive where your copy of Elden Ring is installed. – Click on “Users” and then click on your username. – Navigate over to “AppData” and then select the “Roaming” file. – Click on the “EldenRing” folder. – Copy the “RS0000.sl2” file and put it in a safe, easily accessible location. – Once you have done the above, your save will be backed up. It’s important to note, that you’ll need to repeat this process every time you make significant progress. How to restore Elden Ring PC save on Steam If your Elden Ring PC save has been corrupted or ruined by a cheater, you can follow the steps outlined below: Head over to the hard drive where your copy of Elden Ring is installed. – Click on “Users” and then click on your username. – Navigate over to “AppData” and then select the “Roaming” file. – Click on the “EldenRing” folder. – Copy and paste your backed-up “RS0000.sl2” Elden Ring save file into the folder. – This will now enable you to play from your last backup save file, essentially clearing any issues that you have encountered. Now that you know how to back up your Elden Ring save file, you can play through the Lands Between without the fear of having your progress ruined. If you happen to be starting a new game, then be sure to check out our All classes explained guide.

Elden Ring characters guide: All classes explained FromSoftwareAs players venture into the vast expanse of The Lands Between and its DLC, they’re faced with an important decision, what build and character class should I choose? Here’s everything you need to know about each Elden Ring character type. Following the tradition of Souls games, Elden Ring provides a variety of character classes to define your starting setup and guide your progression. Whether your preference leans towards mastering arcane arts, wielding heavy armor as a knight, or lurking in the shadows as an assassin, the game offers ample versatility. You can also select a class that allows you to be a mixture of various classic Souls builds, picking a starting character that has a foot in two different camps when it comes to offensive capabilities and more. Perhaps you’d like to be a battle mage or a heavily armored holy cleric? Whether you’re starting a new run or getting ready for the DLC, here are all the starting character classes in Elden Ring. All character classes in Elden Ring There are 10 different character types available in the Elden Ring. Here’s an explanation of each: Vagabond This is a class for seasoned Souls players or those who enjoy playing as a heavily armored tank or a powerful knight. The Vagabond resembles the Strength-based builds of Dark Souls, equipped with heavy armor and large swords. The build makes use of strength, vigor, stamina, and little else, ignoring magic, faith, and dexterity in favor of pure physical dominance with a large health pool. While the starting class has been made with veteran Souls players in mind, new players who enjoy tank builds in RPGs will find a lot to like here. However, it’s possible to build a templar style build by creating a Vagabond knight who also uses incantations to buff themselves and allies. Hero The Hero is equipped with light armor and a large axe, they are berserker-like warriors who hit hard up close but also use magic to blast enemies from a distance. In some ways, the Hero borrows elements from all the other classes, allowing the player to tailor them as they see fit. They aren’t suited to heavy armor as they value maneuverability, but they make up for it with a large health pool and raw strength. The class risks becoming a Jack of all trades and a master of none in the wrong hands, but players who find their groove with the Hero are likely to create an effective build in PvE and PvP. The class has a lot in common with the Vagabond in that they can be strength builds primarily, but there’s more room to tweak and customize a Hero. they’re well-suited for blended builds. Warrior The Warrior is a classic Dexterity class in Elden Ring. In previous Souls games such as Demon’s Souls and the Dark Souls trilogy, the Warrior class was associated with strength and vitality. The sort of class that would swing a two-handed axe with Barbarian-themed armor – like the Hero class above. However, in Elden Ring, the Warrior class is now more associated with roguelike qualities such as curved swords and bows. This is a class that typically moves quickly in medium armor, attacking enemies with a range of melee and projectile-based attacks. If you’re opting for a build that wields two swords or is a champion swordsman, then this is the class for you. The Warrior doesn’t have as much health as some of the other classes and their combat style is based on agility and skill. It’s a risky starting class for beginners to Elden Ring, but the rewards follow in time. They can work well as warrior mages as their high-dexterity decreases casting time. This is a great class for a dexterity-intelligence build. Prophet The Prophet is essentially a faith-based mage in Elden Ring, specializing in Incantations to either buff themselves and allies or to damage and curse enemies. Incantations are similar to Miracles from earlier Souls games and work a little differently from standard sorcery. As far as gear is concerned, the Prophet will wear light armor to stay mobile and will generally avoid close combat. They will also have limited health, making them vulnerable to strength-based opponents. However, from a distance the Prophet is deadly, and the hard part is getting close to them. Prophets are well suited to wielding Seal weapons which buff their incantations and make them extra deadly. They’re a mage of sorts, but Incantations work differently from standard sorceries. It’s possible to make a build that uses both, but most players like to focus on one of these disciplines and pour everything into them. Wretch Every Souls game has a ‘naked’ starting class. One where the player character has a broken weapon, no weapon at all, limited stats, and starts the game wearing nothing but a loincloth. In Elden Ring, this is the Wretch character class. This class is for seasoned players who want to make the game as challenging as possible. Elden Ring’s director, Hidetaka Miyazaki has even cautioned new players against using this class in their first run – it would be wise to listen to him. Prisoner Elden Ring’s creepy-looking Prisoner class resembles a 19th-century diver, wearing a helmet that looks like it may have been sculpted around the character’s head rather than placed over it. Although, it can be removed in the game like every other helmet. The Prisoner is also a Dexterity build, but one most suited to casting status aliments on their enemies like Bleed and Scarlett Rot. Like the Warrior, they work well as dexterity-intelligence warrior-mage builds, even more so, in fact, as this is the primary purpose of the class rather than being a duelist character like the Warrior. This is a class for Souls veterans who know what they’re doing and know exactly what build they want to create. However, anyone can try their hand and create something deadly from this Elden Ring starting class. Bandit The Bandit starting character is another classic Dexterity class that’s well suited to using bows, daggers, and stealth to sneak up on enemies. As the class evolves, they’ll become more reliant on special skills and abilities rather than using brute strength. They can also be used to create custom builds with sorceries and incantations, but their main draw is as a class roguish character, peeping enemies with arrows from afar. Astrologer The Astrologer is the classic wizard/caster starting character in Elden Ring. While the Prophet relies on incantations (miracles for Souls veterans), the Astrologer will be for those who want to go all in with elemental magic – known as Glintstone sorcery in Elden Ring. While Glintstone sorcery replaces Soul’s magic in Elden Ring, it’s essentially the same thing. However, those that build a caster in Elden Ring will be proficient will all sorts of magic spells and can become incredibly dangerous from a distance. Staves make up their weapon of choice but there are also lots of magic buffing sorts on offer in the game. Confessor The Confessor class is a faith and dexterity build which as previous Souls players will tell you, can be deadly in the right hands. It’s also a class players have often had to build for themselves, so it’s great to see FromSoftware finally offer such a blend as a starting class. Expect these characters to be nimble on their feet, dangerous from a distance, and constantly casting buffs. While some classes above, like the Prisoner, are well suited to Dexterity and Intelligence, the Confessor is a dex class for those who also want to use faith to Smite their enemies. A Confessor build is likely to have a light weapon in one hand and a Seal in the other. Samurai All former Souls games have flirted with a samurai build, many of them including an Eastern NPC with matching armor and a katana. Their quests were similar and cliched, with that character hunting for a certain sword which you inevitably find, only for them to battle you to the death for it. Elden Ring may include such a quest, but it’s awesome to see FromSoftware finally committing to a starting Samurai class. This is a Dexterity build that also makes use of heavy armor, so you can take down your enemies with rapid-fire strikes and skill, and still take advantage of health, endurance, and power. Stats guide Every character class has different stats and attributes, with higher levels on certain ones that build up their particular type. They all start their journey with a total of 80 attribute points distributed between the categories, except for the Wretch. Vigor: Governs the player’s HP, fire resistance, and the Immunity stat. – Mind: Governs the player’s FP and the Focus stat. – Endurance: Governs the player’s Stamina, affects Robustness, and the equipment weight. – Strength: Required to wield heavy weapons. – Dexterity: Required to wield advanced weapons. – Intelligence: Required to perform glintstone Sorceries. – Faith: Required to perform sacred Incantations. – Arcane: Influences player’s holy defense, death resistance, item discovery, weapon AP scaling, as well as poison, bleed, sleep, and madness buildup. – Keep in mind that you can change the amount of attribute points given to any of these categories at any time during your playthrough. Plus, if you’re not happy with your development, you can always respect your character and redistribute the points. Elden Ring base characters stat chart contrast Here’s how each character type compares with each other at the start of the game. Bear in mind you can always respec your character after beating Rennala, the second Legacy Dungeon boss. However, knowing which class excels at what at the start of the game can be a great way to tell if that build will be for you in the long term. To learn more about characters in Elden Ring, check out some of these epic builds as well as some of the best early builds you can create in the game.

Elden Ring cereal revealed ahead of Shadow of the Erdtree DLC release FromSoftware/Bandai NamcoAs fans hunger for the Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, publisher Bandai Namco finally feeds them, but with cereal. Excitement for the Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree DLC has players counting the minutes until it drops, going rabid over any small piece of information that comes their way, be it in the game trailers or vague artwork of new enemies. While players eagerly await the Elden Ring DLC, the Bandai Namco US X (formerly Twitter) page, decided to have some fun with the impatient would-be Elden Lords and reminds them to eat breakfast. It’s the most important meal of the day, after all. Unfortunately, while it looks delicious, it’s about as real as a Bloodborne sequel. The living jar Iron Fist Alexander could act as the bowl for this mighty breakfast of champions. It contains a hearty helping of Runes, some Preserving Boluses, and Rowa Raisins, making it the perfect treat, not just for lowly Tarnished, but for your noble steed Torrent, too. The proposed cereal comes with a free miniature Ranni the Witch Doll. Whether she talks to you or not is for the brave to discover, though if the Elden Ring Manga is anything to work off, it’s best to keep Blaidd away from it. He’ll be our Trix Rabbit of The Lands Between. If the tagline “A serving a day keeps the rot away” holds truth, then they’d best supply some to Caelid as soon as possible for Radahn, Millicent, and every other poor soul residing in that Scarlet Rot-infested wasteland. Whatever lore is hidden behind this cereal box, it’s a tantalizing secret that should keep fans satiated until the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC releases. It’s a unique way to immerse yourself in the Elden Ring universe, though I wouldn’t recommend using a cardboard box to fight the Godskin Duo. While the Elden Ring cereal is not a real product heading to store shelves any time soon. Thankfully, the Elden Ring Shadow of The Erdtree DLC is and will be released on June 21, 2024. Not long now, Tarnished.

Elden Ring breaks into top 10 best-selling games in US history From SoftwareElden Ring’s commercial success puts it into the top 10 most bought games of all time in the United States. The success of Elden Ring has been well documented. The game is on track to be considered for Game of the Year, and received rave reviews from most publications and pundits. Just read our Elden Ring review to see an example. Now the latest sales figures for Elden Ring are in and the spiritual successor to the Dark Souls games continues to sell like gangbusters. In their last earnings call, as shared by industry analyst Mat Piscatella on Twitter, Bandai Namco confirmed that the game has now sold over 13.4 million units worldwide, selling the majority of these in the United States. It even outsold Call of Duty and various other triple-A titles that usually shift massive numbers of copies. As of June 2022, when the figures were last counted, Elden Ring was still the best-selling game in the United States and in other territories. Although now, the game is ranked fifth in the list of best-selling games in the US of all time. This places it behind GTA 5, which still holds the number one spot, and several Call of Duty titles, but there’s every possibility that Elden Ring could continue to rise through the ranks. FromSoftware’s open-world adventure is yet to break the list of best-selling games worldwide, but after conquering the Lands Between, and now the US, chances are the Tarnished will seek to become the Elden Lord of games sales everywhere else too.

How to beat the Tree Sentinel in Elden Ring: Boss stats, weaknesses & tips FROMSOFTWAREAs soon as players step into Limgrave, they will be hit by the game’s first field boss, the Tree Sentinel, a golden knight riding a large steed you can’t outrun. Here’s everything you need to get him off his horse and into Elden Ring’s afterlife. While the Tree Sentinel isn’t the first boss you meet in Elden Ring, he is the first field boss you’ll come across when you emerge into The Land’s Between. He also packs one hell of a punch and is likely to crush most players who hastily run at him. However, the Tree Sentinel is not invincible. The Tree Sentinel looks imposing but there are ways to turn the fight against him to your advantage, so here’s a selection of strategies that will make your life easier — and end his. Contents How to defeat the Tree Sentinel in Elden Ring – Where to find the Tree Sentinel in Elden Ring – Tree Sentinel stats – Useful tips to defeat the Tree Sentinel – All Tree Sentinel attacks – Tree Sentinel drops – Additional encounter with the Tree Sentinel – How to defeat the Tree Sentinel in Elden Ring Here are our tips for beating the Tree Sentinel: Melee strategy on foot Of course, the bold, the eternally optimistic, and Souls veterans will want to chop down this Tree Sentinel, disadvantages be damned. The boss is not invincible, so if you are determined to fight him and win, here’s how. Just know that unless you’re exceptionally skilled or experienced with Souls games, this is going to be a very tough fight. If you fancy fighting him on foot, then wait for him to finish his attack pattern while dodging it, then hit hard once or twice if you can. Don’t get greedy with your attacks, as he’ll catch and punish you. You also need to make sure you’ve got enough stamina to roll away once he recovers – which he does quickly. A shield is also a good strategy if you’re not fully confident dodging yet, although, two-handing your weapon will end the fight quicker. You’ll have fewer attacks to dodge, but you need to be better at it. This is because blocking with a two-handed weapon isn’t as effective as blocking with a shield. Once you get him to around half-health, he’ll lose his temper, and phase 2 of the fight will begin. Now he’ll start bashing his shield into the ground which can hurt you from afar. This attack can one-shot most players, so roll away the moment he lifts his shield. Repeat the strategy from phase 1, but just be extra careful to dodge his shield attack. Also, don’t try to block it, it’s too risky. Just roll away like your life depends on it. Melee strategy – Horseback If you return to battle the Tree Sentinel on horseback, you’re going to have a much easier time. You can get in quick, hit him hard, and retreat before he can recover. Just remember, he can do the same to you. The trick is to keep moving, target him and try to time your heavy attack to land when you get close to him. This will interrupt his patterns and buy you some more time to hit him with one or two light attacks before riding away and repeating the process. Ranged strategy – Magic Battling the Tree Sentinel with ranged or magic attacks is the easiest way to win the fight. If you’re on foot, then run away from him, find a vantage point, and take some potshots. If you can find a spot to shoot him safely then do that. Although, he’ll likely get wise to what you’re doing and move out of the way. If you’re on horseback, then this fight becomes quite simple with a ranged strategy. Just keep moving and fire at him while he recovers from his attack animations. Keep your shield handy, just in case any of his attacks do connect. Long-range spells work best here, as this means you don’t need to get close to him to do damage. Sneaking Past You’ve got nothing to lose in battling the Tree Sentinel now, and if you learn his patterns, you’ll likely be able to beat him in a few tries. Just remember, you’re at a severe disadvantage until you get your own horse. In truth, you’re supposed to get smashed by him here to teach you about the game’s death mechanics. So, in a way, you’re not supposed to beat him yet. All Souls games do this, so don’t feel any pressure to fight him yet. However, there’s no shame in sneaking past him to fight him another day. This will make your next encounter much easier, especially if you level the playing field and return when you have your own horse. This changes the dynamic of the battle, making it a joust between mounted knights. So, if that sounds more fun than being endlessly trampled to death, choose that option. You can sneak past the Tree Sentinel by waiting for him to trot over to the other side of the map. Then hug the perimeter on the right-hand side until you’re clear of him and onto the next location. You may need to take down some bat enemies if they engage you, but try to keep your actions to a minimum and stay in stealth mode. If you make too much noise, the Tree Sentinel will hear you and come charging over — although you can still make it to safety if you run. Where to find the Tree Sentinel in Elden Ring The Tree Sentinel is easy to find. Once you emerge from the starting point into the open world, you’ll see him riding around in the distance while you chat with that friendly first NPC. It soon becomes clear that you’ll need to defeat him, or somehow sneak past him, to move to the next area. Tree Sentinel stats This huge enemy has the following stats: Health: 2889 HP – Defense: 103 – Stance: 80 – Parryable: Yes – Immunities: Madness – Deals: Standard, Strike, Pierce, and Holy damage. – Tree Sentinel weaknesses Similar to other Elden Ring Bosses, the Tree Sentinel is vulnerable to Critical Attacks once their stand is broken. Additionally, this intimidating creature is weak to Lightning, so you can equip yourself with Ballistas with Greatbolts, Bows with Lightningbone Arrows, as well as the Dragon Greatclaw or the Dragon King’s Cragblade to take advantage of this weakness. Useful tips to defeat the Tree Sentinel NPC summons Due to how early in the game you’ll come across the Tree Sentinel, you won’t be able to summon any NPC to come to your aid. However, there are some other things you can equip yourself with. Spirit Ashes The Skeletal Militiamen Spirit is the best summon you can take to this battle. With it, two skeletons will appear carrying long spears to fight alongside you. Their ability to resurrect makes them a thorn in the side of most Elden Ring bosses. Once killed, undead in Elden Ring tend to come back to life with full health. It’s annoying, but rather useful when they’re on your side. Summoning them will cost you 44 FP and you can find them once you defeat the Tibia Matiner field boss in Summonwater Village. Items The Green Turtle Talisman will raise your stamina recovery speed by 8 (per second), allowing you to keep up with the fast pace of the combat. You can get the talisman for 500 runes in an underground area in the Summonwater Village, however, you’ll need a Stonesword Key to access it. Additionally, you can use a Pickled Turtle Neck to boost even more stamina. This consumable item will help you recover 22.2% of your stamina and it will last for one minute. The Pickled Turtle Neck can be crafted with a Nomadic Warrior’s Cookbook using x3 Rowa Fruit, x1 Turtle Neck Meat and x1 Herba. You can also buy it for 800 runes at the Nomadic Merchant in North Limgrave or find it inside a chest at Earthbore Cave. Magic One of the Spells you can equip yourself to help you with the battle is the Carian Slicer. This swifts a sweeping slash with a magical sword. It requires 4 FP, costs 20 Stamina, and needs 14 Intelligence. The Carian Slicer can be purchased for 1500 runes after you give the Royal House Scroll back to Miriel, Sorceress Sellen, or Preceptor Seluvis. All Tree Sentinel attacks When fighting this Boss, you must beware of these attacks: Side Swing – Stab – Horse Bash – Rearing Slam and Rearing Swing – Hoof Attack – Charging Attack – Leak Attack – Twirling Swing – Golden Retaliation – Torch Swing, Torch Slam, and Torch Stab – Shield Bash and Shield Crush – Tree Sentinel drops During your first encounter with the Tree Sentinel, it’ll drop 3200 runes and a Golden Halberd if you manage to defeat it. During your second encounter with the Tree Sentinel Duo, you’ll get 20,000 runes as well as the Erdtree Greatshield and the Hero’s rune. Additional encounter with the Tree Sentinel Once you progress further in The Lands Between, you’ll come across a Tree Sentinel Duo at the Altus Plateau. These two guard the southern gate between the Altus Plateau and Leyndell. As the first Tree Sentinel, you can run past them, however, it’s a good chance to test your skills, check your progress, and earn some good quality rewards at the same time. For more Elden Ring content, check some of the guides below: Elden Ring Stonedigger Troll | Elden Ring Margit the Fell Omen | Elden Ring Flying Dragon Agheel| Elden Ring Grave Warden | Elden Ring Pumpkin Head | Elden Ring Soldier of Godrick | Elden Ring Godrick the Grafted

Elden Ring board game officially announced as “in development” FromSoftwareAn Elden Ring board game is in development with a new Kickstarter for the project announced from Steamforged Games. Elden Ring is one of the biggest games of 2022 and a massive favorite for the highly coveted Game of the Year award. The FromSoftware title also spawned an enormous fanbase that fell in love with its high-stakes combat and gorgeous, horrifying world. Now, Elden Ring fans will be able to enjoy the game with friends in-person with a new board game that’s just been revealed. Elden Ring board game in development The upcoming board game will be officially titled ELDEN RING™: The Board Game, and be a collaboration between Bandai Namco and Steamforged Games. The website details the game as a “vast, sprawling world of decaying grandeur that unfolds through your exploration, you’ll embark on a huge and varied adventure, visiting iconic locations and crossing paths with familiar enemies and characters.” The game will be able to be played amongst 1- 4 players. While no specific gameplay details have been revealed beyond the “intelligent, dice-free combat” description, a Kickstarter for the project will be launched soon and may reveal more information on exactly how the game will be played. Currently, no release window has been revealed. The board game adds to tons of incredible physical content coming out for Elden Ring since the game’s launch back in February 2022, with a huge two-volume artbook on the way this November.

Elden Ring best builds: Bloody Vampire, Miracle Tank & Snow Witch Bandai NamcoIn Elden Ring, choosing the right stats for your build will determine your play style for most of the game. If you’re looking for the best ones to rule both PvP and PvE in The Lands Between, you’ve come to the right place. While experienced Souls players may already know exactly what build they’re going to create in Elden Ring, newer players may be overwhelmed and play the game like any other RPG. However, planning your build and sticking to it is important in Elden Ring, as it means you’ll be able to tackle any area and boss the game throws at you. The starting class you select will help you get the best possible start on a basic build, but you can customize it further after you start leveling up. Here’s a breakdown of how builds work in Elden Ring, and some of the best ones you can use to dominate in PVP and PVE. Contents Planning a build in Elden Ring – Which stats should you level? – Best builds in Elden Ring – Planning a build in Elden Ring Rather than pumping all your stats equally or fixating on one stat, it pays to know about soft caps. This is when it makes sense to stop leveling a certain attribute and to start leveling something else. The most significant soft caps kick in at around 50 points, and then you’ll really start to experience diminishing returns. This will naturally steer players who venture into NG+ and beyond to a point where they can reach the soft cap for every stat. This essentially gives them a balanced build. However, doing this from the start could result in your character becoming a jack of all trades and a master of none. Therefore, most players choose to prioritize certain stats from the beginning, focusing on what suits their play style. There’s always room to branch out later once you get your character where you initially planned. For your first playthrough though, it’s wise to plan your build from the start. Which stats should you level? We’d recommend choosing two offensive stats and prioritizing these in the beginning. It’s also helpful to pick one melee stat (such as Strength or Dexterity) and one magic stat (Intelligence or Faith). This way, you’ll always have multiple options in difficult boss fights. There’s nothing worse than needing to respec your character just to beat one boss because your build isn’t suited to the battle. Some stats work well with others, for example, Dexterity works well with Intelligence because it reduces casting time and means you’ll always have ranged and melee attacks at your disposal. Tank builds usually level Strength, Endurance, and Vigor to make sure their character can wear heavy armor, lift powerful weapons, and withstand lots of damage. Although it’s also useful to invest some points in Faith. This is because Faith stacks with a lot of melee weapons, and the player can use incantations to buff themselves before combat or to inflict status ailments on their enemies. If you do select a melee build, be it either Strength or Dexterity, it’s important to make sure you’re using your FP for something. This is a powerful resource, so don’t just ignore it. Put it to work in a way that benefits your build. Remember, your build is just as much influenced by the items you use as it is by your stats, but certain weapon types complement particular stats. For example, katanas are most suited to Dexterity builds while greatswords work best with Strength. Best builds in Elden Ring With the above in mind, here are some of the best builds you can create in Elden Ring: Bloodthirsty Vampire build There are several versions of this build online, but our custom Vampire build in Elden Ring was very successful in PVP and PVE. It even made difficult bosses like Fire Giant and Malenia much easier. It won’t be a build you can take full advantage of until later in the game, but we’ll tell you exactly what to do to get it. To create this build, focus your efforts on leveling Dexterity to around 40 or 50. Make sure you also pump some points into Vigor, Endurance, and Arcane. This will benefit the build later and help keep you alive. You can largely ignore Strength and Intelligence, but we’d recommend leveling Faith and Mind. This will give you some Incantations to fall back on and the Faith will stack with one of your weapons later. For armor, we’d advise something light. The Royal Remains set could work well, as not only does it not weigh much, but it offers health regen when you’re low. The grinning skull mask will also make you look like a member of the undead. However, you can equip Varre’s White Mask to give your bleed damage a boost. This can be farmed from the invaders at the Mausoleum Dynasty. Make sure you do this before killing the boss Mohg though. Otherwise, the invaders will no longer spawn and the item will be lost on that playthrough. You’ll need two swords to make this build work, one is the Blasphemous Blade, obtained by killing Rykard. The second is Rivers of Blood, obtained by killing Okina when he invades the Church of Repose. The Blasphemous Blade stacks with Faith mostly, so your points will be well spent. The sword also heals you upon killing enemies. This coupled with Rivers of Blood makes you a true Bloodthirsty Vampire! This is because Rivers of Blood stacks with Dexterity and inflicts bleed damage. So not only will you be causing your victims to bleed out, but you’ll also be taking their health. In the right hands, these two swords are a dangerous combination. Be warned, as the Blasphemous Blade is a greatsword and Rivers of Blood is a katana, you won’t be able to dual-wield them like you can with two katanas or two greatswords. In order to ‘power stance’ a weapon in Elden Ring and take advantage of full dual-wielding, both weapons need to be of the same type. However, you can take advantage of the Blasphemous Blade’s life-sap by having it in your left hand or your back. You’ll still be able to strike with it, but killing things with the katana will have the same effect. As for Talismans, we’d recommend using Taker’s Cameo, Godskin Swaddling Cloth, Lord of Blood’s Exultation, and the Rotton Winged Sword Insignia. This way you can extract more health from your kills and attacks, as well as inflicting even more damage on subsequent hits. Miracle Tank build Another build we had lots of success with was the Miracle Tank, it also provides a lot of flexibility and room to tailor it to your needs. On the surface, the Miracle Tank is the classic Souls knight Strength build, but with added Faith. Essentially, the build involves leveling Strength, Vigor, and Endurance to create your standard heavy armor-wearing tank, but to also level Faith. This way, you can buff yourself with incantations and damage enemies from afar. Finally, we use a weapon with Faith and Strength to do major damage up close while keeping ourselves safe. Dexterity, Intelligence, and Arcane are less important in this build, but we’d recommend not neglecting Mind. Once again, we used the Blasphemous Blade, although you can use any weapon that stacks with Faith and Strength. Yet we love how that sword not only inflicts fire damage on enemies but heals us too. Its Taker’s Flame ability is also excellent. You can wear most heavy armor sets, we liked Radahn’s because of its good balance between mobility and protection. You can also switch out the helmet for something like the Rulers Mask if your Faith needs a boost. To perform incantations, you’ll need a Seal equipped in your left hand. This way you can alternate between those and regular attacks. You can also equip a shield if you like, just be prepared to switch between the two when required. We used Frenzied Flame incantations with the Seal you’re given by Hyetta for allying with the Three Fingers. This boosted our flame attacks and it worked well with the Blasphemous Blade. We ended up referring to ourselves as the Frenzied Miracle Tank by the end, but any Incantation type will work well. For Talismans, we equipped the Rotton Winged Sword Insignia, the Green Turtle, the Pearldrake, and the Dragoncrest Greatshield to buff your attacks, stamina, magic, and physical defense. The Two Fingers heirloom can also give a boost to Faith. Snow Witch build The Snow Witch is a powerful Intelligence build that makes use of cold and moon sorceries to take advantage of helpful buffs and do massive damage from afar. Of course, she is a reference to Ranni, so you’ll need her set to take advantage of this build. You can unlock this by playing through her quest and opening a chest in Renna’s Rise. The hat gives a 10% boost to frost magic, so it’s well worth using. You should also equip the Dark Moon Greatsword which is given as a reward for completing Ranni’s quest. Not only does this stack with Intelligence, but it also does passive cold damage to enemies. For your other hand, equip the Carian Regal Scepter as this will boost your Moon magic. For your stats, you should pump your Intelligence to around 50 but also work on your Mind and Vigor attributes. A few points into Dexterity and Arcane could also come in handy later. This build doesn’t place much emphasis on Endurance, Strength, or Faith. Essentially, you’re creating an ice mage that can blast enemies with cold/moon damage from a distance but slice them with the greatsword if they get too close. Try to collect and use cold and moon spells, but don’t neglect your other elements, as some enemies will be resistant. Fortunately, even with an emphasis on cold spells, your build will still be able to sling other elemental spells and do major damage to those you hit. You should equip the following Talismans, Dragoncrest Greatshield, the Cerulean Amber Medallion, Ancestral Spirit Horn, and the Stargazer’s Heirloom to boost your defense, FP consumption, and Intelligence. Rotten Rapiers build The Rotten Rapiers build involves stacking poison and scarlet rot damage to inflict devastating status effects on enemies in just a few hits. This can be achieved by using the Antspur Rapier along with Rogier’s Rapier while in the power stance. Rogier’s Rapier should be in your left hand with the Antspur in your right. The latter does native scarlet rot damage, meaning you’ll not need to buff it to inflict that status effect. Both swords can be fused with any Ash of War, meaning they can be leveled with a variety of stats. However, we’d recommend smithing both weapons with poison and leveling your Arcane and Dexterity stats primarily. Strength, Vigor, Endurance, and Mind are also helpful, but the magic stats are less so for this build. You can wear any armor you like with this build, but for your helmet, always equip the Mushroom Crown. This will buff your poison and scarlet rot damage once it sets in – which it will, a lot. You should also wear the Kindred of Rot’s Exultation Talisman. Like the Mushroom Crown, this too will buff your poison and scarlet rot damage. These two items stack and a build with this, Dexterity, and Arcane can be incredibly deadly. Watch as a boss’s health depletes and they are unable to cure either status. We’d also recommend equipping the Green Turtle and Rotten Winged Sword Insignia Talismans. The choice is yours for your fourth Talisman, however, we’d recommend equipping the Godskin Swaddling Cloth to heal you with each successive stab of your blades. In NG+ you can add Millicent’s Prosthesis Talisman (provided you helped this NPC the first time around) to raise your dexterity and buff your successive damage even further. You could even switch our Rogier’s Rapier for a second Antspur Rapier if you want to trade some poison damage for more scarlet rot. This build is devastating in PVE, but less so in PVP where bleed and strength builds are still king. If you’re looking for more ways to overcome the many difficult challenges in Elden Ring, we’ve got plenty of other guides to help. You can find them by clicking here or clicking the individual links below. Elden Ring Stonedigger Troll | Elden Ring Margit the Fell Omen | Elden Ring Tree Sentinel | Elden Ring Grave Warden | Elden Ring Pumpkin Head | Elden Ring Soldier of Godrick | Elden Ring Godrick the Grafted | Elden Ring Red Wolf of Redagon | Elden Ring Rennala | Elden Ring Flying Dragon Agheel | Elden Ring horse guide | How to beat Radahn | How to Beat Godfrey

Perfect your Elden Ring characters build or get some great early game upgrades by knowing the Crystal Tear locations.\n\n\n\nElden Ring poses many heart-racing challenges. Even with pin-point precision dodges, overpowered weapons, and nigh-unlimited upgrade potential, it can take just one neglected stat or a high-difficulty spike to ruin your good time. Thankfully, there’s a solution: Crystal Tears, and we’ve got details on all of their locations. \n\n\n\nDespite all the sorceries and incantations, Elden Ring can still easily beat you down. Thankfully, the Flask of Wondrous Physick and its Crystal Tears are a heavily customizable potion. Utilizing the tears can grant you additional buffs that may be the last piece your build is missing.\n\n\n\nAll Crystal Tears locations in Elden Ring\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAfter picking up the Flask of Wondrous Physick in the Third Church of Marika in east Limgrave you’ll want to keep an eye out for the Crystal Tears on your journey. Many of these stack with incantation and talisman buffs for even more passive firepower.\n\n\n\nIt’s also worth noting that many of these can be found in the same place or drop from the same boss. Here are the locations and effects of every Crystal Tear in Elden Ring:\n\n\n\nItemEffectLocationCrimson Crystal Tear (1)Restores 50% of your HealthLimgrave, Third Church of Marika where you find the Physick Flask.Crimson Crystal Tear (2)Restores 50% of your HealthAltus, North of Lleyndell, under the Minor Erdtree guarded by some enemies and an Omen.Crimsonspill Crystal TearTemporaily boosts maximum health by 10%Altus Plateau, reward for defeating Wormface boss near the Minor Erdtree.Cerulean Crystal Tear (1)Restores 50% of Focus PointsReward for defeating Erdtree Avatar under Minor Erdtree in Eastern Linurnia of the Lakes.Cerulean Crystal Tear (2)Restores 50% of Focus PointsReward for defeating Erdtree Avatar under Minor Erdtree in Mountaintop of the Giants.Greenspill Crystal TearTemporaliry boosts maximum stamina by 15%Limgrave, East Mistwood near the Minor Erdtree, north from Fort Haight.Greenburst Crystal TearTemporarily increases stamina recovery by 15 pointsReward for defeating Erdtree Avatar under Minor Erdtree in Caelid, head east and down from the Smoldering Church.Strength-Knot Crystal TearTemporarily gives 10 levels to strength statLimgrave, From the Stormhill Shack head Northeast up the hill until you find a small altar with the tear inside.Dexterity-Knot Crystal TearTemporarily gives 10 levels to Dexterity statLinurnia, Head southwest from Boilprawn Shack and you’ll find the tear at the top of a small island.Intelligence-Knot Crystal TearTemporarily gives 10 levels to Intelligence statLinurnia, northwest of the lake, downhill from Carian Manor, found in a small altar, guarded by a pair of Spider Hands. Faith-Knot Crystal TearTemporarily gives 10 levels to Faith statWeeping Peninsula, north cliffside, just east and downhill of the Church of the Pilgrimage, found in a small altar guarded by poison flowers.Opaline HardtearTemporarily increases damage negation by 15% (10% in PVP)Reward for defeating the Putrid Avatar in North Caelid, found under the Minor Erdtree directly south of the Beastial Sanctum.Speckled HardtearAll resistances are temporarily increased by 90 pointsAltus Plateau, reward for defeating Wormface boss near the Minor Erdtree.Leaden HardtearGain strong armor that prevents stagger for 10 secondsMt. Gelmir, Reward for defeating the Ulcerated Tree Spirit near the Minor Erdtree.Magic-Shrouding Cracked TearTemporarily increases Magic Damage by 20% (12.5% in PVP)Northeast Linurnia, Reward for defeating Erdtree Avatar under Minor Erdtree south of the Frenzied Flame Village.Flame-Shrouding Cracked TearTemporarily increases Magic Damage by 20% (12.5% in PVP)Caelid, Reward for defeating Erdtree Avatar under Minor Erdtree, head east and downhill from the Smoldering Church.Lightning-Shrouding Cracked TearTemporarily increases Lightning Damage by 20% (12.5% in PVP)Northeast Linurnia, Reward for defeating Erdtree Avatar under Minor Erdtree south of the Frenzied Flame Village.Holy-Shrouding Cracked TearTemporarily increases Holy Damage by 20% (12.5% in PVP)Northeast Linurnia, Reward for defeating Erdtree Avatar under Minor Erdtree south of the Frenzied Flame Village.Stonebarb Cracked TearTemporarily increases Stance damage by 30%Reward for defeating the Putrid Avatar in North Caelid, found under the Minor Erdtree directly south of the Beastial Sanctum.Spiked Cracked TearTemporarily increases damage dealt by charged attack by 15%Limgrave, East Mistwood near the Minor Erdtree, north from Fort Haight.Thorny Cracked TearTemporarily increases by successful consecutive attacks by 9%, 13%, and 20% at a 1.5 second decay rateConsecrated Snowfield, Reward for defeating the Putrid Avatar near the Minor Erdtree.Twiggy Cracked TearStops loss of runes on death if usedAltus, North of Lleyndell, under the Minor Erdtree guarded by some enemies and an Omen.Winged Crystal TearTemporarily increases maximum equip load by 450%Altus, North of Lleyndell, head east from the Hermit Merchant’s site of grace and you’ll find the tear on a small altar near the cliffedge.Windy Crystal TearTemporarily increases I-Frames during dodges depending on equip loadCaelid, west of the Cathedral of Dragon Communion, just southeast behind the nearby merchant you’ll find the tear in a small hole.Crimson BubbletearAutomatically restores health when near death.Reward for defeating Erdtree Avatar under Minor Erdtree in Mountaintop of the Giants.Crimsonwhorl BubbletearTemporarily restores 5% of Maximum health when attacked.Mountaintop of the Giants, northeast corner of the upper hill, you’ll find the tear on a cliff overlooking the gap towards Guardians’ Garrison.Opaline BubbletearCreates a bubble that temporarily increases all damage negation by 90% or until an attack lands on you.Weeping Peninsula, reward for defeating the Erdtree Avatar near the Minor Erdtree.Cerulean Hidden TearTemporarily eliminates all Focus Point consumption.South of Volcano Manor, Reward for defeating Ulcerated Tree Spirit near the Minor Erdtree.Purifying Crystal TearBoss Specific, prevents taking damage from Mohg, Lord of Blood 3 stage, phase change attack.Following Yura’s questline to Altus, head to the Second Church of Marika and rewarded for defeating Bloody Finger Eleonora.Ruptured Crystal Tear (1)Makes you explode 3 seconds after consumption, can be stacked with second tear for larger range and damage.Reward for defeating Erdtree Avatar under Minor Erdtree in Eastern Linurnia of the Lakes.Ruptured Crystal Tear (2)Makes you explode 3 seconds after consumption, can be stacked with second tear for larger range and damage.Consecrated Snowfield, Reward for defeating the Putrid Avatar near the Minor Erdtree.\n\n\n\nThose are the locations of all of the Crystal Tears in Elden Ring. When obtained, they can be used in any combination when resting at a site of grace, leading to some great experimentation for your specific build.\n\n\n\nFor more information on Elden Ring, consider prepping for the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC as much as possible by hoarding max upgrade materials and learning everything that we know about the upcoming Elden Ring DLC.

Elden Ring adventurer clears 360 hours before discovering Torrent FromSoftware/Bandai NamcoOne poor Elden Ring player has been trudging around on foot for over 360 hours without realizing the game has a mount. There are not many games that nail scale as well as FromSoftware’s Elden Ring. From your opening hours, the game already feels massive — and then you wind up teleported into a late-game area and realize just how much ground you’ll have to cover on your journey. With the impending arrival of the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC and its suite of new weapons, bosses, and locations, the Lands Between are set to get even bigger. Director Hidetaka Miyazaki has already confirmed that the DLC will feature a new area larger than Limgrave. Most players will get a lot of mileage out of Elden Ring’s spectral steed Torrent in order to mitigate the game’s sheer size. Unfortunately for one player, they spent nearly 400 hours in Elden Ring before realizing there’s a quicker way to get around. Brought to the game’s community by Reddit user TheBagelBearer, screenshots were shared of a conversation on Discord which started with a player asking, “The f**k is a Torrent?” Concerned players then explained that every player has access to the lovable horse-goat and his handy double jump ability. The shocked player revealed that in their 360-hour save file, they had “never touched” the Spectral Steed Ring that summons Torrent. It has been proven that you can beat Elden Ring without Torrent in certain challenge runs but we can’t imagine not having him as a travelling companion. There is a tonne of content such as certain weapons and talismans that can’t be accessed without him. Not to mention how easy the mount makes certain bosses in the game, such as Starscourge Radahn or any of the large dragons you find. Managing to spend this long in the game without him is an achievement in itself. Of course, there are those who doubt the claim given how prevalent Torrent is and how often he has appeared in official media and player-made content. “This dude is lying,” one user put forward. “The game literally puts the ring in your pouch for you. There’s no way he goes 360 hrs without ever opening it.” This prompted other players to offer their own Elden RIng foibles, including not realizing you could wield weapons two-handed or attack from the left side of Torrent. Given that, it’s not entirely farfetched to think a player could miss the information regarding how to summon Torrent.

Elden Ring Achievements & Trophies list FromSoftwareElden Ring already has a plethora of devilishly tough challenges from start to finish, but if you’re willing to go the extra mile, there are plenty of Elden Ring Achievements and Trophies to collect along the way. Placing very high on our 2022 Game of the Year Awards list, Elden Ring is a stunning game that has rightfully claimed the adulation and acclaim of players and peers alike. Considered to be FromSoftware’s magnum opus – an achievement in itself given their library of Souls games that came before it – Elden Ring presents players with a living, breathing open world of challenging chaos that FromSoftware is known for. Aside from the game’s main bosses, sub-bosses, and its colosseum, PlayStation and Xbox owners are also presented with additional objectives to tackle in the form of Elden Ring trophies and achievements. What are the secret achievements in Elden Ring: Hidden achievements In total, Elden Ring has 41 Achievements and 42 Trophies – with the additional Trophy being the platinum trophy earned for accumulating the base 41 Trophies. But of the game’s main list, only five of these are revealed from the get-go, with the rest being hidden away from plain sight. This is so that the game’s bosses and secrets are not given away so easily. Fortunately, we’ve provided every single Achievement and Trophy, with full descriptions, in the game so that you know what you need to do. Elden Ring: All Achievements & Trophies Elden Ring: Obtained all trophies – God-Slaying Armament: Upgraded any armament to its highest stage – Legendary Armaments: Acquired all legendary armaments – Legendary Ashen Remains: Acquired all legendary ashen remains – Legendary Sorceries and Incantations: Acquired all legendary sorceries and incantations – Legendary Talismans: Acquired all legendary talismans – Elden Lord: Achieved the “Elden Lord” ending – Age of the Stars: Achieved the “Age of the Stars” ending – Lord of Frenzied Flame: Achieved the “Lord of Frenzied Flame” ending – Shardbearer Godrick: Defeated Shardbearer Godrick – Shardbearer Radahn: Defeated Shardbearer Radahn – Shardbearer Morgott: Defeated Shardbearer Morgott – Shardbearer Rykard: Defeated Shardbearer Rykard – Shardbearer Malenia: Defeated Shardbearer Malenia – Shardbearer Mohg: Defeated Shardbearer Mohg – Maliketh the Black Blade: Defeated Maliketh the Black Blade – Hoarah Loux, Warrior: Defeated Hoarah Loux, Warrior – Dragonlord Placidusax: Defeated Dragonlord Placidusax – Rennala, Queen of the Full Moon: Defeated Rennala, Queen of the Full Moon – Lichdragon Fortissax: Defeated Lichdragon Fortissax – Godskin Duo: Defeated Godskin Duo – Fire Giant: Defeated Fire Giant – Dragonkin Soldier of Nokstella: Defeated Dragonkin Soldier of Nokstella – Regal Ancestor Spirit: Defeated Regal Ancestor Spirit – Valiant Gargoyles: Defeated Valiant Gargoyles – Margit, the Fell Omen: Defeated Margit, the Fell Omen – Red Wolf of Radagon: Defeated the Red Wolf of Radagon – Godskin Noble: Defeated Godskin Noble – Magma Wyrm Makar: Defeated Magma Wyrm Makar – Godfrey, First Elden Lord: Defeated Godfrey, First Elden Lord – Mohg, the Omen: Defeated Mohg, the Omen – Mimic Tear: Defeated Mimic Tear – Loretta, Knight of the Haligtree: Defeated Loretta, Knight of the Haligtree – Astel, Naturalborn of the Void: Defeated Astel, Naturalborn of the Void – Leonine Misbegotten: Defeated the Leonine Misbegotten – Royal Knight Loretta: Defeated Royal Knight Loretta – Elemer of the Briar: Defeated Elemer of the Briar – Ancestor Spirit: Defeated Ancestor Spirit – Commander Niall: Defeated Commander Niall – Roundtable Hold: Arrived at Roundtable Hold – Great Rune: Restored the power of a Great Rune – Erdtree Aflame: Used kindling to set the Erdtree aflame – Plenty of players are still being drawn to the Lands Between, and if you want to learn more about the game or just need some advice, then check out our other Elden Rings guides: Academy Glintstone Key | Smithing Stones | Elden Ring Stonedigger Troll |Elden Ring Margit the Fell Omen | Elden Ring Tree Sentinel | Elden Ring Grave Warden | Elden Ring Pumpkin Head | Elden Ring Soldier of Godrick | Elden Ring Godrick the Grafted

Elden Ring players “dread” Abyssal Woods after seeing Torrent message Bandai NamcoElden Ring players find the Abyssal Woods location even scarier after learning the Spectral Steed Torrent is also frightened. An off-the-beaten-path region, Shadow of the Erdtree‘s Abyssal Woods area isn’t for the unprepared. Even players with fully optimized builds will struggle through the swampy zone, especially since many of its lurking enemies can kill the Tarnished in one or two hits. The eerie atmosphere and terrifying creatures make the Abyssal Woods all the more frightening. But players claim to have felt a real sense of “dread” upon realizing that even Torrent won’t enter the hidden area. Reddit user Maleficent_Home2869 shared a screenshot of the message Elden Ring players receive when trying to summon their horse in the Abyssal Woods. It reads, “The spectral steed is frightened and cannot be summoned.” Players agree the horse’s fears are warranted given the nature of the Abyssal Woods. “Well, based on the horrors found there I can’t blame Torrent,” one person wrote in response to the post. Someone else commented that they “can’t think of a more terrifying message” to receive. Others spoke of the unease they immediately felt after reading the message. Reads one such comment, “Bruh. The absolute DREAD this filled me with. Torrent has happily ridden through blight-infested lands touched by the scarlet rot… So if something in there scares Torrent, it should 100% scare You.” Another Redditor chimed in to say, “I s*** my pants when I saw that message flash across my screen.” Given everything Torrent has encountered with the player, some can’t help but wonder why this particular area would be off-limits. One user recalled Elden Ring item descriptions stating that “madness flame consumes spirits.” Being a spirit, it makes sense why “Torrent just f***s off in that area.” Suffice it to say, Elden Ring fans should be on their guard when wandering through the Abyssal Woods.

Elden Ring: 7 best bows ranked FromSoftwareElden Ring has a plethora of different cool weapons for players to pick whichever suits them the best. But, if you happen to have a particular affinity for long-range combat, you’ll want to focus on the bows, so here are the 7 best ones available in FromSoftware’s game. Long-ranged weapons have never been a priority for FromSoftware, as their games tend to focus on melee combat, where you must be fast and precise with every hit so you don’t get killed in two seconds. As a consequence of that, most “Souls” games offer players incredible swords, axes, daggers, katanas, hammers, and even plenty of staffs—for those with a magical tendency—which end up being way cooler than a bow. However, Elden Ring changed that a little bit adjusting its combat and general gameplay to make a bow a viable option for those brave users entering The Lands Between. Even if you’re not a big long-ranged weapon fan, you will come across a situation in the game where you’ll have to use a regular, light, or greatbow. So, here are the 7 best bows available in Elden Ring ranked. 7. Misbegotten Shortbow Even though the Misbegotten Shortbow is not easy to find, this particular weapon is one of the most balanced available in the game, as it works for long-range but also excels in PvP battles thanks to its great close-range performance. This improved version of the Shortbow—unlike others—focuses on Strength rather than Dexterity, which is why it deals higher damage. More so, players can add Ashes of War to it and it comes with Barrage ability by default. You can find this Light Bow from Misbegotten enemies in Castle Morne and Morne Tunnel in the Weeping Peninsula, or north of the Haligtree Town Plaza Site of Grace. 6. Erdtree Greatbow A very useful bow with a good balance between physical damage and holy damage as well thanks to its Faith scaling. It might not be as good as other Greatbows on the list, but the special holy damage gives it a nice twist and it has an excellent range. Unfortunately, this greatbow can’t be infused with Ashes of War. However, players who want to exploit this bow’s true power can find it after killing the chariot in Fringefolk Hero’s Grave. 5. Horn Bow A perfect choice for those players who love witchcraft, as this bow deals both physical and magic damage equally, making it quite easy to take down any Elden Ring enemy you’ll cross paths with, especially if you use magic-infused arrows. The Horn Bow is a solid weapon from the get-go, as it can be upgraded with Smithing Stones and can be infused with the always-useful Ashes of War, making it the ultimate magical powerhouse. It comes equipped with the Mighty Shot weapon art by default, and you can find it on a corpse in Siofra River, near the Site of Grace, under the stairs that lead to the Hallowhorn Grounds. 4. Black Bow The Black Bow is a peculiar one out of the bunch because it operates as a Light bow but with the damage of a Longbow. The key feature of this weapon is that it allows players to fire up while jumping, sprinting, and rolling. This gives them a great advantage during combat, as they can avoid getting hit while doing some damage on movement. Even though it can’t be infused with Ashes of War, it comes with the Barrage ability already equipped. You can find the Black Bow on a rooftop corpse when you descend the lift that leads to the lower level of Leyndell, Royal Capital. 3. Golem Greatbow The Golem Greatbow has an outstanding damage of 130, making it the strongest bow in the game. However, its power comes tied up to its massiveness, and players will have to work on their Strength and Dexterity to be able to use it. More so, it comes equipped with the Through and Through weapon skill, allowing its arrows to pierce multiple enemies with one shot. However, keep in mind that it can’t be infused with any Ashes of War for further customization. You can take the Golem Greatbow from any Golem archer in the game. Some locations include the entrance of Castle Morne in the Weeping Peninsula, the Limgrave Tower Bridge in Stormhill, or near the Colosseum in Caelid. 2. Pulley Bow The Pulley Bow is a very modern-looking bow with the longest range out of all the bows available in the game, and luckily for players, it requires little Strength and Dexterity to be wielded. This weapon might not be very powerful right from the start, but with some customization, it can outperform some fan-favorite bows. Plus, thanks to the Smithing Stones, it can be upgraded to reach its full potential way faster. The Pulley Bow can’t be infused with Ashes of War but is still a top-notch weapon in Elden Ring that comes equipped with Mighty Shot. You can find it on a sitting corpse at the top of a siege tower near Mt. Gelmir campsite. 1. Lion Greatbow The ultimate Elden Ring bow is the Lion Greatbow. This magnificent weapon has 120 damage and alongside the Golem Greatbow, they are the strongest in their category. Aside from being the lightest bow available, it comes with a passive effect that increases Radahn’s Spear’s physical damage by 20%. If that weren’t enough, it comes with a unique skill called Radahn’s Rain, which triggers a rain of arrows toward the enemy, just like Radahn does during the boss battle. The Lion Greatbow can’t be infused with any Ashes of War but is still worth having it in your inventory. You can get your hand on it by trading Remembrance of the Starscourge with Enia at the Roundtable Hold. That’s everything you need to know about the 7 best bows in Elden Ring. 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Elden Ring 2’s bosses need to do more than wait around to die FromSoftwareAn Elden Ring 2 or another Souls game is inevitable, but it’s time to shake up the boss fights. Hunting, fighting, and overcoming terrifying boss encounters is what the Souls games are all about. Nothing beats that feeling of triumph when you conquer what previously felt like an impossible task. This rush is what keeps players coming back to the masochistic delights of Elden Ring and its predecessors, not to mention the legion of Soulslike games that have been developed by studios other than FromSoftware. Every Souls player has been there, be it in Demon’s Souls, Dark Souls, Bloodborne, or most recently, Elden Ring. We’ve all felt the dread of walking into a suspiciously large arena or fog gate; we know what awaits us there. Of course, it’s a boss encounter, and the cycle of determination, despair, and euphoria starts again. Mr Tarnished, I’ve been expecting you Usually, the boss is expecting us, like Messmer from Shadow of the Erdtree; they often launch into a soliloquy about their plight and how it all comes down to this battle. Others, such as the heartbreaking encounter with Great Wolf Sif in Dark Souls, will silently, perhaps even reluctantly, prepare for combat, while some will jump at you before you can even breathe – looking at you, Commander Gaius. However, apart from a few notable exceptions, most Souls bosses are simply waiting around for you to come and kill them – and this is starting to get old. Sure, many are guarding something very specific, as is the case with Sif – by killing you, he’s trying to save you from a fate worse than death – but for others, surely there are better things for them to be doing than waiting around? Take Messmer the Impaler, the ruler of the Shadowlands, for example. We get he’s mad at his mother, feels abandoned, and has essentially been stitched up by a devious little brother with a god complex, but how long has he been sat in his Dark Chamber brooding and talking to snakes? Messmer will have known that a Tarnished with a penchant for god-slaying is storming his castle, surely he could have been a bit more proactive? This is something that’s repeated across the Souls series and really started to become noticeable in Elden Ring, and borderline laughable by the time Shadow of the Erdtree came along. Many Souls bosses are remnants, survivors of a lost era, still moving around in a dead world. Some of them are still functional, though, and the fact that they fight you with such determination shows they’re not ready to go to the great beyond just yet. Nothing better to do? Across all the Souls games, many of these bosses have been waiting for centuries, even millennia in some cases, for someone to disturb their slumber. Most of them are powerful figures, deities, or heroes from ages past. While immortality may have caused them to become apathetic, we have to ask, what have they been doing for all this time? Have they honestly been sitting there for thousands of years, waiting for someone to walk through the fog? Was there not a more productive way they could have secured their eternal power base? This was fine in Demon’s Souls and Dark Souls 1, but time has moved on. To be fair, it makes sense from a lore perspective for many of these characters. Marika has been imprisoned, the Fire Giant is cursed to guard “The Flame”, and Gwyn is waiting for another to take his place. But what about the bosses who have more agency? Those who aren’t stuck, trapped, or cursed, and rather like their little dead empire. Surely, Gravelord Nito from Dark Souls knew we were coming to take his soul. Were there no preventative measures he could take? Imagine all the fun ways this could translate to gameplay. When the gods he was allied with started dropping like flies to a Chosen Undead, the Gravelord could have sent his minions to eliminate the threat. More dynamic bosses There are exceptions, though, and these offer a refreshing change from the established norm. Margit, for example, in Elden Ring, actively hunts and kills Tarnished who’ve stumbled back into the Lands Between and seek to overthrow him. He even has his agents patrolling the open world, looking for you once you escape his clutches. While you face Margit early on in Elden Ring in what feels like a traditional fog gate boss fight, again later in an ambush, and then one final time in his throne room, the fact that Margit / King Morgott is taking steps to hinder your progress makes things personal between you and him. He didn’t just wait around to die; he wanted to live, and those who look into his lore will understand why. To him, you’re the bad guy. Another example of this is Godfrey in his second encounter when, like Margit, he also reveals a dual identity. While this is technically a traditional Souls boss fight, the game does a good job of making it feel dynamic. Godfrey and the player are the last two Tarnished standing, and only one of you can move on. The fact that this battle ties so heavily to two different important NPC quests also lends it some gravitas. This is why battles with NPCs in Souls games, including Elden Ring, are so memorable and often tragic. Needle Knight Leda and her troupe’s descent into paranoia and madness in Shadow of the Erdtree is a prime example of this. We got to know each of these characters, we learned their stories, but as is typical for NPCs in Souls games, a grim fate awaits, and we had to butcher them all to fulfill our destiny. Make us care Many players will have identified more with Leda and her fellow Followers of Miquella than they would have with Messmer, Rellana, or the Dancing Lion. FromSoft would be wise to adopt this approach to their bosses in a potential Elden Ring 2, Dark Souls 4, or whatever comes next from the marvelously twisted mind of Hidetaka Miyazaki. Of course, we know the lore for these bosses is always there for us to find. We’re not asking for this breadcrumbs approach to storytelling to change, just for bosses to be a bit more dynamic – like NPCs are. If there’s more they can do besides sitting in a dark room, waiting to be our next trophy, then they should do it. We love walking through fog gates, but the enemy that waits within needs to do more than simply wait around to die.

Elden Ring 2: Everything we know so far From SoftwareWith the Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree DLC on the way, here is everything we know about a potential Elden Ring 2. Since release, Elden Ring has sold a whopping 12 million copies making it the most successful Souls/FromSoftware game launch of all time. The game’s multiplayer tweaks also mean it’s likely to have more longevity than previous titles too, giving Elden Ring an active community who’ll likely be playing for years to come. Bandai Namco has referred to the Elden Ring as a “franchise” and revealed there are already plans for the series to continue either with a sequel or in other media. At this moment in time, when it comes to Elden Ring 2, we know very little. However, based on what FromSoftware has said, the way Souls sequels have worked in the past, and the various endings of Elden Ring, we can see the foundation of Elden Ring 2 begin to form. We’ll also be delving into a little speculation, so be warned, Elden Ring ending (and some other Souls games) spoilers will follow. Contents Will there be an Elden Ring 2? – Does Elden Ring 2 have a release date? – Brian Sanderson collaboration – What will Elden Ring 2 look like? – Will there be an Elden Ring 2? Almost certainly. In a joint press release with Bandai Namco, FromSoftware described Elden Ring’s success as “a fantastic start for the new franchise”. They went on to say: “Much effort was placed into creating Elden Ring so that we could exceed the expectations of our fans worldwide. We will continue our efforts in expanding the brand beyond the game itself and into everyone’s daily life.” Thank you, dear consorts. #ELDENRING pic.twitter.com/IC9sgUTUud — ELDEN RING (@ELDENRING) March 16, 2022 Based on this, we’d say an Elden Ring 2 is almost guaranteed. However, don’t expect it anytime soon. In the Elden Ring Books of Knowledge volume 2, Miyazaki reveals that “some Lore Bit clarifications and reveals are being saved for future games,” implying that there are more stories to tell and more answers are coming in future Elden Ring games. Does Elden Ring 2 have a release date? There’s no Elden Ring release date yet, besides Bandai Namco referring to the game as a franchise, there’s been no formal announcement. Elden Ring was by far the biggest and most ambitious project FromSoft has tackled to date, and Souls sequels usually take a couple of years to arrive. Therefore, we’d expect Elden Ring 2 to be at least 3 years away. In any case, it appears FromSoftware is hiring for “several new projects”, as per this tweet. One of these projects is potentially Elden Ring 2. Brandon Sanderson collaboration Author Brandon Sanderson of The Mistborn series of books has expressed interest in working with Bandai Namco/From Software on a “Souls-like game”. There were even rumblings that Sanderson would have been working on Elden Ring, if it wasn’t for George R.R. Martin being approached instead, however Sanderson was joking when he said this. Since then though, the author has pitched an idea to the publishers, who then responded. In a recent stream, Sanderson opened a gift box sent to him by Bandai Namco and said: “They are interested in perhaps doing something together, is what that says. I am as well, actually. This is how I roll. I actually have a pitch for them in the back of my head… so I may have to send them my pitch and see what they think.” While a Bandai Namco / FromSoftware / Sanderson collaboration seems possible, we doubt it will be on Elden Ring 2. That’s because the creative groundwork for the Elden Ring IP was created by George R.R. Martin and Hideki Miyazaki. Therefore, having another author come in and add their ideas to an existing universe is highly unlikely. Instead, we imagine Sanderson will want his ideas to translate into a new IP, developed by FromSoftware and published by Bandai Namco. Although we’ll need to wait and see if this ever becomes a reality. What would Elden Ring 2 look like? We suspect Elden Ring 2 will follow a similar formula to previous Souls sequels. In the past, these have been set many centuries after the original and have shied away from declaring any single ending as canon. In fact, Dark Souls 2 and 3 managed to incorporate every ending from their predecessors by revealing that the world was stuck in an endless cycle of ‘linking the fire’ and ‘letting the fire fade’. If a player decided to let the fire fade and become the Dark Lord, their world would eventually succumb to the Undead Curse, therefore someone would always come along and rekindle the flame, prolonging the Age of Fire. In time though, the fire would fade again meaning another person/player would need to either link it or embrace the dark. This essentially meant that no matter what decision each player made, the world was still stuck in a loop. Dark Souls 2 and 3 showed us a world becoming increasingly wary of the cycle and characters looked for a loophole to escape it. Each game showed us the ramifications of letting the fire fade and rekindling it. Each kingdom was always built on the ashes of the last one that fell to ruin – regardless of the choice they made. Elden Ring 2 could do something similar. Fractured sequel By the time we return to the Lands Between, there could have been countless Elden Lords. The Elden Ring itself could now be housed in a new living vessel instead of Marika. Each of Elden Ring’s endings have fatal flaws, and none of them offer a complete solution to the Land’s problems. Elden Ring 2 could begin during the Age of Fracture, or during the Age of the Stars, or countless ages later. However, we expect that many of the problems that plagued the land in Elden Ring will still be causing issues in Elden Ring 2. Like the First Flame before it, simply reactivating the Elden Ring may be just the start of the story. Chatting to fans on Reddit, Miyazaki, confirmed more games in the Elden Ring series are being planned saying, “Some lore bit clarifications and reveals are being saved for future games.” This would suggest that while likely a long way off, an Elden Ring sequel will one day be a reality. So that’s everything we know so far about Elden Ring 2. For more on the biggest upcoming releases, check out our pages on some of the most-anticipated games that have been announced: The Elder Scrolls 6 | GTA 6 | Overwatch 2 | Assassin’s Creed Infinity | God of War: Ragnarok | Wolverine | Spider-Man 2 | Forspoken | KOTR Remake | Wonder Woman

Elden Ring 1.13 patch notes: Post DLC balance changes, bug fixes & more FromSoftwareNow that players have had plenty of time to explore every inch of the Shadowlands in the Elden Ring DLC, FromSoftware has released a new patch to balance gameplay. Elden Ring patch 1.13 hasn’t made any massive changes to the game since Shadow of the Erdtree was released, but it adds some welcome changes — such as buffing spirit summons, making some much-needed balance adjustments, and fixing some of the bugs present in the DLC. However, those who’ve had their playthrough of the expansion slightly Tarnished by bugs or imbalance will be relieved to get the latest update installed. Here’s everything patch 1.13 brings to Elden Ring. PvP-exclusive balance adjustments Equipment Increased poise damage of normal attacks for the following weapon types: Light Great Swords / Backhand Blades / Hand-to-Hand Arts / Beast Claws – Increased poise damage of dual wield attacks for the following weapon types: Straight Swords / Thrusting Swords / Curved Swords / Katanas / Spears / Whips / Fists / Claws – Increased poise damage of the Claws of Night throwing attacks. – Decreased the backstep invulnerability window when the Fine Crucible Feather Talisman or the Talisman of All Crucibles are equipped. – Skills Savage Lion’s Claw The second hit of the follow-up attack is now easier to land. – Decreased damage animation of the first attack against other players. – Raging Beast Decreased invulnerability window against other players’ attacks. – Blind Spot Decreased invulnerability window against other players’ attacks. – Palm Blast Decreased poise amount generated when charging this skill. – Spell and Incantations Miriam’s Vanishing Decreased invulnerability window against other players’ attacks. – Knight’s Lightning Spear Increased attack power of the initial lightning spear. – Decreased attack power of the spears launched after the first one. – Decreased poise damage of all spears generated by this spell. – General balance adjustments Increased damage animation of the Light Greatsword charge attacks against enemies (other than players). – Increased the stats & status of the following NPCs that can be summoned in some areas: Needle Knight Leda / Pureblood Knight Ansbach / Thiollier – – Increased the attack power and damage negation of summoned spirits, excluding the Mimic Tear, when the Revered Spirit Ash Blessing is at [5] or more. – Increased the attack power and damage negation of summoned spirits, excluding the Mimic Tear, when upgraded to “+8” or higher. – Armament Increased attack power scaling when upgrading the following armaments. Repeating Crossbow / Spread Crossbow / Rabbath’s Cannon Shield of Night Increased damage negation when blocking physical attacks. – Euporia Increased Holy damage when the weapon has its luster restored. – Decreased the number of attacks required to restore the weapon’s luster. – Increased the duration of the luster restoration effect. – Golden Lion Shield Increase guard strength. – Golem Fist Added a damage hitbox to the hand portion of the ranged fist attack. – Smithscript Greathammer Increased poise damage of the swing portion of throwing attacks (the projectile is unchanged). – Spread Crossbow Decreased the generated status buildup when used with Bolts that have status effects. – Ailment Talisman After the onset of a status ailment, the status build up (or duration) of said ailment will now also be reduced immediately by a certain amount. – Clarifying Horn Charm / Clarifying Horn Charm +1 / Clarifying Horn Charm +2 Increased Focus resistance. – Skill Savage Lion’s Claw Increased attack power and poise damage of the first attack. – Swift Slash Reduced movement distance when using this skill – Extended recovery time. – Overhead Stance Increased attack power against enemies (other than players). – Aspects of the Crucible: Wings Increased attack power. – Increased directional control, as well as amount of poised generated when using this skill. – Lightspeed Slash The additional light attacks are now affected by the attack power and ability scaling of the weapon. – Rancor Slash Increased attack power of the vengeful spirits. – Increased stamina damage against guarding enemies. – Revenger’s Blade Increased directional control for follow up attacks after a strong attack. – Horn Calling Increased attack power against enemies (other than players). – Horn Calling: Storm Increased attack power against enemies (other than players). – Weed Cutter Increased the speed of attacks. – Romina’s Purification Increased poise value when using this skill. – Red Bear Hunt Increased attack power. – Increased poise value when using this skill. – Rancor Shot Decreased status buildup generation when used with Arrows that have status effects. – Repeating Fire Adjusted attack power to compensate for increase in weapon damage – Feeble Lord’s Frenzied Flame Reduced Frenzy status effect buildup against enemies. – Revenge of the Night Increased poise damage and attack power when this skill is used immediately after guarding against an enemy attack. – Spell Glintblade Trio Increased attack power. – Blades of Stone Adjusted attack power of the first, second and third charge attacks. – Increased attack power of the non-charged attack. – Increased attack power of the first hit of the charged attack, and reduced attack power of the second and third hits. – Increased attack range and attack speed. – Glintstone Nail Increased attack power and improved enemy tracking. – Glintstone Nails Increased attack power and improved enemy tracking. – Impenetrable Thorns All generated Impenetrable Thorns will now track enemies. – Decreased attack power and poise damage. – Decreased the Hemorrhage status buildup and stamina damage against guarding enemies. – Rings of Spectral Light Increased attack power and Frostbite status buildup. – Vortex of Putrescence Increased attack power and Frostbite status buildup. – Incantation Minor Erdtree Increased HP recovery amount. – Land of Shadow Improved enemy tracking. – Spira Increased attack speed. – Watchful Spirit Improved enemy tracking. – Divine Beast Tornado Increased attack power. – Enemies hit by the tornado will now be launched upwards. – The tornado will be less likely to disappear due to collision with the terrain. – Rain of Fire Increased attack power. – Reduced the interval between each hit. – Roar of Rugalea Increased poise damage and attack power. – Furious Blade of Ansbach Increased attack power. – Rotten Butterflies Increased Scarlet Rot status buildup. – Reduced the interval between damage ticks. – Increased attack range. – Ash Wandering Noble Will no longer stagger as easily. – Noble Sorcerer Will no longer stagger as easily. – Nomad Ashes Will no longer stagger as easily. – Putrid Corse Will no longer stagger as easily. – Skeletal Militiaman Will no longer stagger as easily. – Skeletal Bandit Will no longer stagger as easily. – Albinauric Will no longer stagger as easily. – Winged Misbegotten Will no longer stagger as easily. – Demi-Human Will no longer stagger as easily. – Clayman Will no longer stagger as easily. – Oracle Envoys Will no longer stagger as easily. – Man-Fly Will no longer stagger as easily. – Lone Wolf Ashes Will no longer stagger as easily. – Rotten Stray Ashes Will no longer stagger as easily. – Giant Rat Ashes Will no longer stagger as easily. – Warhawk Increased HP, physical attack power and Fire attack power. – Increased Stance status. – Land Squirt Increased HP. – Will no longer stagger as easily. – Spirit jellyfish Increased HP, physical attack power and poison status ailment buildup on enemies. – Will no longer stagger as easily. – Spider Scorpion Increased physical attack power, poison status ailment buildup on enemies and damage negation except for strike and fire attributes. – Will no longer stagger as easily. – Fingercreeper Will no longer stagger as easily. – Fanged Imp Will no longer stagger as easily. – Bigmouth Imp Increased HP and Fire attack power. – Will no longer stagger as easily. – Gravebird Increased HP and magic attack power. – Will no longer stagger as easily. – Soldjar of Fortune Will no longer stagger as easily. – Archers Will no longer stagger as easily. – Greatshield Soldiers Will no longer stagger as easily. – Page Will no longer stagger as easily. – Vulgar Militia Will no longer stagger as easily. – Marionette Soldier Will no longer stagger as easily. – Avionette Soldier Will no longer stagger as easily. – Kaiden Mercenary Increased HP and physical attack power. – Will no longer stagger as easily. – Mad Pumpkin Head Increased physical attack power. – Will no longer stagger as easily. – Fire Monks Increased HP and Fire attack power. – Will no longer stagger as easily. – Ancestral Follower Increased physical attack power. – Will no longer stagger as easily. – Horned Warrior Increased HP and damage negation except for pierce attacks. – Will no longer stagger as easily. – Azula Beastman Increased HP and lightning attack power. – Will no longer stagger as easily. – Man-Serpent Will no longer stagger as easily. – Crystalian Will no longer stagger as easily. – Increased physical attack power. – Kindred of Rot Will no longer stagger as easily. – Bloodfiend Hexer’s Increased hemorrhage status ailment buildup on enemies. – Will no longer stagger as easily. – Glintstone sorcerer Will no longer stagger as easily. – Twinsage Sorcerer Will no longer stagger as easily. – Inquisitor Increased HP. – Will no longer stagger as easily. – Godrick Soldier Will no longer stagger as easily. – Raya Lucaria Soldier Will no longer stagger as easily. – Leyndell Soldier Will no longer stagger as easily. – Radahn Soldier Will no longer stagger as easily. – Haligtree Soldier Will no longer stagger as easily. – Mausoleum Soldier Will no longer stagger as easily. – Messmer Soldier Increased Hp and physical attack power. – Will no longer stagger as easily. – Stormhawk Deenh Increased HP and physical attack power. – Will no longer stagger as easily. – Increased duration of effect to increase the attack power given to allies. – Banished Knight Oleg Increased physical attack power and damage negation against physical attacks. – Will no longer stagger as easily. – Banished Knight Engval Increased physical attack power and damage negation against physical attacks. – Will no longer stagger as easily. – Bloodhound Knight Floh Increased HP, physical attack power and damage negation against physical attacks. – Will no longer stagger as easily. – Black Knight Captain Huw Increased physical attack power and damage negation against physical attacks. – Will no longer stagger as easily. – Black Knight Commander Andreas Increased damage negation and guard boost against Holy and Physical attacks. – Will no longer stagger as easily. – Fire Knight Hilde Increased Fire attack power. – Will no longer stagger as easily. – Fire Knight Queelign Increased Vigor and Faith. – Swordhand of Night Jolán Increased Vigor and Dexterity. – Jolán and Anna Increased Vigor and Dexterity. – Battlemage Hugues Increased physical attack power and magic attack power. – Will no longer stagger as easily. – Latenna the Albinauric Increased HP, physical attack power, and magic attack power. – Will no longer stagger as easily. – Perfumer Tricia Increased HP. – Will no longer stagger as easily. – Depraved Perfumer Carmaan Increased fire attack power. – Will no longer stagger as easily. – Omenkiller Rollo Increased HP, physical attack power, and Fire attack power. – Will no longer stagger as easily. – Blackflame Monk Amon Increased HP and Fire attack power. – Will no longer stagger as easily. – Curseblade Meera Increased HP and physical attack power. – Will no longer stagger as easily. – Demi-Human Swordsman Yosh Increased HP, physical attack power, and magic attack power. – Will no longer stagger as easily. – Ancient Dragon Knight Kristoff Increased Lightning attack power and damage negation against Physical, Lightning, and Holy Attack affinities. – Will no longer stagger as easily. – Redmane Knight Ogha Increased physical attack power and damage negation against Physical and Fire attack affinities. – Will no longer stagger as easily. – Lhutel the Headless Increased physical attack power and damage negation against physical attacks. – Will no longer stagger as easily. – Cleanrot Knight Finlay Increased physical attack power and damage negation against Physical, Magic, and Holy Attack affinities. – Will no longer stagger as easily. – Black Knife Tiche Will no longer stagger as easily. – Divine Bird Warrior Ornis Increased HP and damage negation against Physical attacks except Pierce attacks. – Will no longer stagger as easily. – Ancient Dragon Florissax Increased Arcane. – Increased damage negation against all affinities. – Increased Skills and Incantations usage rate. – Increased the speed and poise values during some attacks. – Finger Maiden Therolina Puppet Increased Vigor and Faith. – Jarwight Puppet Increased Vigor. – Dolores the Sleeping Arrow Puppet Increased Vigor. – Nepheli Loux Puppet Increased Vigor and Strength. – Dung Eater Puppet Increased Vigor. – Nightmaiden & Swordstress Increased HP and physical attack power. – Bug Fixes Changed the default selection of the OK / CANCEL prompt that shows up when using the “Spectral Steed Whistle” while the spectral steed is dead. The default selection position is now OK. – Adjusted the placement of NPC summon signs in certain boss fight areas. – Changed the NPC summon signs in certain boss fights to allow the user to summon NPCs simply by pressing the action button once. – Fixed a bug where the damage of some normal attacks of the Dark Moon Greatsword were lower than intended. – Fixed the physical attack attribute menu display of the “Warpick” weapon. – Fixed a bug where some attacks of the “Swift Spear” weapon were different than expected in terms of power, damage motion and hitbox generation timing. – Fixed a bug that prevented the “Twinblade Talisman” from affecting the Perfume Bottles weapon type when equipped and used in the left hand. – Fixed a bug where the physical attack attributes of some attacks of the Thrusting Shields weapon type were different than expected. – Fixed a bug that allowed the use of Arrows / Great Arrows / Bolts / Great Bolts that should not be usable for the following weapon types: Light Bows / Long Bows / Greatbows / Crossbows / Ballistas – Fixed a bug where the effect of increasing the power of the Incantation “Light of Miquella” of the “Circlet of Light” helmet was not applied correctly. – Fixed a bug that caused FP consumption when using the “Unending Dance” Skill while not meeting the ability requirements of the weapon “Dancing Blade of Ranah”. – Fixed a bug where the physical attack attribute of some attacks of the “Deadly Dance” Skill was different than expected. – Fixed a bug where the physical attack attribute of the “Scattershot Throw” Skill of the “Claws of Night” weapon was different than expected. – Fixed a bug where the following Skills did not change correctly when performed with or without FP. – Dynastic Sickleplay / Raging Beast / Repeating Crossbow Fire Fixed a bug where a different Rage Art was sometimes performed when following up with a strong attack after using the “Raging Beast” and “Dynasty Sickleplay” Skills. – – Fixed a bug that caused certain Skills to perform differently than expected under certain circumstances. – Fixed a bug that prevented some Spells / Incantations that can be used in the air from being used in the air under some conditions. – Fixed a bug that caused the “Golden Arcs” Incantation to generate attacks slower when cast with the left hand. – Fixed a bug where the “Rain of Fire” Incantation sometimes did not hit enemies. – Fixed a bug where the “Furious Blade of Ansbach” Incantation did not apply Hemorrhage status build up. – Fixed a bug where under some circumstances, the move distance when casting some Spells / Incantations was different than expected. – Fixed a bug that sometimes interrupted the cast of the “Roar of Rugalea” Incantation. – Fixed a bug where the “Cherishing Fingers” magic attack sometimes did not hit. – Fixed a bug in the behavior of the Mimic Tear spirit when casting Spells, Incantations and Skills. – Fixed a bug where NPCs could be summoned when the maximum number of cooperative multiplayer members had been reached. – Fixed a bug that caused some items to display different icons than expected. – Fixed a bug where exiting the game or going through a loading screen immediately after defeating “Count Ymir, Mother of Fingers” could make the dropped items unobtainable. – Fixed a bug that prevented the player from performing Critical hits on some enemies. – Fixed a bug in which some attacks on certain enemies were interpreted differently than expected. – Fixed a bug that prevented rune gains when defeating some enemies. – Fixed a bug that prevented some enemies from working properly under certain circumstances. – Fixed a bug where the Multiplayer area borders were different than intended in some areas. – Fixed a bug where the player would spawn in a different place than intended when invading another player’s world – Fixed a bug in the map menu that caused some NPC icons in the Realm of Shadow to not display properly. – Fixed a bug in the design of the map of Realm of Shadow and the “Map Fragment” icon. – Fixed a bug where some cutscenes were not displayed correctly under certain circumstances. – Fixed a bug where some sound effects did not play correctly. – Fixed a bug where some effects were not displayed correctly. – Several performance improvements and other bug fixes. – Steam-only adjustments Fixed a bug where “Anti-aliasing Quality” was unintentionally set to “High” each time the game was restarted. – Correction of end credits In update 1.12, an error was included in the credits of the game. This issue will be corrected in the next update. Possible unstable performance fixes For the PS5 version of the game, unstable framerate may be improved by using the “Rebuild Database” option from the device’s safe mode. – In some PC versions, Ray Tracing may be unintentionally enabled and cause unstable performance. Please check the Ray Tracing setting in the “System” > “Graphics ” > “Ray Tracing Quality” from the title screen or in-game menu. – In the PC version, the message “Inappropriate activity detected” may appear without cheating. – To fix this issue, please verify the integrity of the game’s files before restarting the game. – In the PC version, unstable framerate may be caused by third party applications that control mouse behavior. Deactivating these third party applications may improve performance. The version number of this update shown at the lower right corner of the Title Screen will be as follows: App Ver. 1.13 Regulation Ver. 1.13.1 – In PS4, PS5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S versions, Regulation files can be downloaded by logging in to the server. – If the Regulation Ver. listed in the lower right corner of the title screen is not1.13.1, please select LOGIN and apply the latest regulation before enjoying the game. –

Elden Ring 1.05 update patch notes: Twin Maiden Husk transactions, Sacred Flask changes, bug fixes, more FromSoftwareBandai Namco has released update 1.05 for Elden Ring following a short maintenance window. Here are the Elden Ring 1.05 patch notes for FromSoft’s smash hit RPG. Following a short period of server maintenance today, Elden Ring’s latest patch has arrived. Version 1.05, like version 1.04 before it, has fixed a number of the game’s bugs across PS5, PS4, Xbox One, Xbox Series S|X, and PC. Players will need to update the game to connect to the Elden Ring servers, but in doing so will find a series of tweaks to player summons, Sacred Flash, and Bell Bearings. Elden Ring update 1.05 gameplay additions and balance changes Version 1.05 has fixed a large number of bugs that had impacted certain skills in the game. The developers have also added emphasis to the choice of the Sacred Flask and several other options that can be strengthened in the grace menu. Elden Ring update 1.05 patch notes Here are the full patch notes for Elden Ring’s 1.05 update, courtesy of Bandai Namco: Major changes in Elden Ring patch 1.0.5 In transactions with the NPC “Twin Maiden Husk”, the following Bell Bearing items have been changed so that their liberated status will be carried over to the NG+ play. Bone Peddler’s Bell Bearing/Meat Peddler’s Bell Bearing/Medicine Peddler’s Bell Bearing/Gravity Stone Peddler’s Bell Bearing/Smithing-Stone Miner’s Bell Bearing/Somberstone Miner’s Bell Bearing/Glovewort Picker’s Bell Bearing/Ghost-Glovewort Picker’s Bell Bearing – – Added emphasis to the choice of the Sacred Flask and several other options that can be strengthened in the grace menu – Added sound effects when other players’ summon signs appear – Bug fixes Fixed a bug where equipment could be changed from the equipment menu during the use of a skill under certain circumstances. – Fixed a bug in the “War Cry” skill where the effect was applied to a weapon that was not the target of the skill. – Fixed a bug where some actions of the “Barbaric Roar”, “War Cry”, and “Troll’s Roar” recovery time was longer than expected. – Fixed a bug where the effects of the “Determination” and “Royal Knight’s Resolve” skill does not always wear off with certain weapons. – Fixed a bug in which some attacks of the “Ice Spear” skill are unguardable. – Fixed a bug that caused the attack power of some skills to be reduced when using the “Golden Vow” skill. – Fixed a bug that the light wave of the “Moonlight Greatsword” skill sometimes does not aim at the locked-on target. – Fixed a bug that caused damage to allies when using the “Seppuku” skill under certain circumstances. – Fixed a bug that caused the increase in attack power of the “Seppuku” skill to be higher than expected for some attack motions. – Fixed a bug in which a status effect was applied when using the “Hoarah Loux’s Earthshaker” skill. – Fixed a bug where the “Waves of Darkness” skill would not hit the enemy with a spinning cleave. – Fixed a bug that caused unintended motions to be played when switching to a different sorceries or incantations while using a sorcery or incantation. – Fixed a bug that the FP consumption increased when using the sorceries “Magma Shot” and “Roiling Magma” while riding a horse. – Fixed a bug where the “Claw Talisman” effect was not applied when jumping with the “Starscourge Greatsword” in both hands. – Fixed a bug that the power of two-handed attacks except jump attack of the weapon “Golem’s Halberd ” is different from expected. – Fixed a bug that when using the weapon “Pulley Crossbow” with the left hand while the right hand weapon was given an attribute by magic or item, the effect was given to the “Pulley Crossbow” as well. – Fixed a bug in which arrows and bolts that did not match the type of long-range weapon could be released in certain procedures. – Fixed a bug in which guard boost was reduced when some weapons were strengthened to the maximum. – Fixed a bug in which the attributes of weapons could be changed while the inventory had reached its maximum capacity and the ashes of war could not be changed. – Fixed a bug that caused the boss “Malenia, Goddess of Rot” to have low HP under certain circumstances. – Fixed a bug that allowed enemies to be attacked from outside the fog in certain areas. – Fixed a bug in online multiplayer where, when a boss is defeated in the host’s world as a cooperative player, the same boss may not appear in your world. – Fixed a bug that prevented the battle with the boss “God-Devouring Serpent” from progressing under certain circumstances. – Fixed a bug that prevented hostile NPCs from appearing under certain circumstances. – Fixed a bug that prevented the event of the NPC “Alexander, Warrior Jar” from progressing under certain circumstances. – Fixed an issue where the item “Sacred Flask” is not restored after destroying a group of enemies under certain circumstances. – Fixed a bug that under certain circumstances, after defeating the boss “Starscourge Radahn”, the user could not move from the map to the grace. *If you cannot move from the map to the grace, you can move to the grace by touching the grace “Starscourge Radahn”. – Fixed a bug that prevented found sites of grace from registering on the map under certain circumstances. – Fixed a bug that prevented some graces from being able to be touched when approached under certain circumstances. – Fixed a bug that allowed hostile guests to enter boss areas under certain circumstances. – Fixed a bug that prevented a critical hit from behind from hitting in hostile multiplayer. – Fixed a bug that caused performance to slow down when the “Sentry’s Torch” weapon was equipped under certain circumstances. – Improved stability of online multiplayer between PS4 and PS5 – Improved loading times for the Xbox Series X|S version – Fixed a bug that the master volume setting was not reflected in some cutscenes – Improved stability of online multiplayer. – Fixed a bug that caused sounds to play differently than expected in some situations. – Fixed a bug that caused the player to become inoperable and die in certain locations. – Fixed a bug in which the drawing and hit detection were different than expected in some maps. – Fixed a bug in some maps that allowed players to reach unexpected locations with certain procedures. – Fixed some texts. – Several other performance improvements and bug fixes – Additions and modifications for PC version only Added keyboard/mouse operations that can be input in “PRESS ANY BUTTON” on the title screen. – Added “Return to Desktop” to the system item on the main menu for exiting the game. – Changed so that mouse click input is not reflected when switching windows to active. – Fixed a bug that slowed performance when changing “Screen Mode” and “Resolution” in a special procedure. – So, there you have it, everything you need to know about Elden Ring patch 1.05. Make sure you check out our Elden Ring page for all the latest news and updates.

Elden Ring 1.04 update patch notes: Weapon & balance changes, bug fixes, more From SoftwareBandai Namco has released update 1.04 for Elden Ring following a short maintenance window. Here are the Elden Ring 1.04 patch notes for FromSoft’s smash hit RPG. Following a short period of server maintenance today, Elden Ring’s latest patch has arrived. Version 1.04, like version 1.03 before it, makes changes to the game’s balancing while also fixing a series of bugs across PS5, PS4, Xbox One, Xbox Series S|X and PC. Elden Ring update 1.04 gameplay additions and balance changes Version 1.04 makes big changes to the game’s lengthy array of weapons, with changes to attack speed and damage, as well as blocking ability, for a huge list of swords, scepters, and shields. There are also a series of changes to sorcery that could have a huge bearing on magic builds, as well as weapon skills. Elden Ring update 1.04 patch notes Here are the full patch notes for Elden Ring’s 1.04 update, courtesy of Bandai Namco: Major Changes Included in the Latest Update Added an option to turn camera auto rotate function ON/OFF – Added some event phases for the NPC “Patches” – Increased Colossal Swords/Colossal weapons attack speed and lowered their recovery time. Jump attack not included. – Increased the two-handed attack damage of Colossal Swords/Colossal Weapons. Jump attack not included. – Increased physical block rate and guard boost of the Colossal Sword, Colossal Weapons, Great Sword, Great Hammer, Great Axe, Great Spear, and Halberd weapon classes. – Increased the damage of Grafted Blade Greatsword. – Increased the damage of Devourer’s Scepter. – Decreased the scaling of status effect build-up from spells and incantations of Albinauric Staff and Dragon Communion Seal. – Decreased the effect of Greatshield Talisman for weapons with high block rate. – Shortened the length of the madness afflicted animation. – Lowered the speed of madness buildup recovery. – Slightly increased FP and Stamina growth rate at lower levels* – *Players will need to perform any of the following actions for the changes to be reflected. This is required only once. New characters created after this update will not require this action. Level up – Activate Godrick’s Great Rune – Re-equipping any equipment (armor, talisman) which grants bonus stat to either Strength, Dexterity, Vigor, Endurance, Intelligence, Faith or Arcane – ・Other enemy and weapon balance changes Sorcery/Incantation Crystal Barrage – Increased cast speed and decreased recovery time – Gavel of Haima – Increased cast speed and decreased recovery time. Allows caster to more easily withstand enemies’ attack while casting – Shatter Earth – Increased cast speed and decrease recovery time. Allows caster to more easily withstand enemies’ attack while casting – Rock Blaster – Decreased recovery time. Allows caster to more easily withstand enemies’ attack while casting – Thop’s Barrier – Increased area of effect and slightly increase effect duration – Rennala’s Full Moon – Increased cast speed and decreased recovery time. – Ranni’s Dark Moon – Increased cast speed and decreased recovery time. – Carian Greatsword – Increased cast speed at lower dexterity – Magma Shot – Decreased FP cost and increased cast speed – Roiling Magma – Increased cast speed and decreased time until magma explodes – Gelmir’s Fury – Slightly decreased the random nature of projectile’s range and increased the damage of lava pool. Increased the hitbox – Rykard’s Rancor – Decreased FP cost – Oracle Bubbles – Increased cast speed and decreased recovery time. – Great Oracular Bubble – Increased cast speed and decreased recovery time. – Briars of Sin – Decreased recovery time. Increased blood loss buildup on enemy – Briars of Punishment – Decreased recovery time. Increased blood loss buildup on enemy – Explosive Ghostflame – Decreased FP cost and recovery time – Tibia’s Summon – Increased damage and cast speed – Aspects of the Crucible: Tail – Decreased FP and Stamina cost – Aspects of the Crucible: Horns – Decreased FP and Stamina cost, Increase cast speed. Increased the distance traveled when not charged and made it easier to cause enemies to flinch when charged – Elden Stars – Increased cast speed and decreased recovery time – Black Blade – Decreased Stamina consumption and decreased recovery time – Discus of Light – Decreased FP cost. Increased damage and cast speed – Triple Rings of Light – Increased damage – Radagon’s Rings of Light – Decreased FP cost. Increased damage and cast speed. Decreased recovery time. – Lightning Strike – Decreased Stamina cost. Increased cast speed and decreased recovery time. – Honed Bolt – Increased cast speed and decreased recovery time. – Ancient Dragons’ Lightning Spear – Decreased FP and Stamina cost. Increased cast speed and decreased recovery time. Allows caster to more easily withstand enemy attacks while casting. – Ancient Dragons’ Lightning Strike – Decreased recovery time – Lansseax’s Glaive – Decreased FP and Stamina cost. Increased cast speed and decreased recovery time. Allows caster to more easily withstand enemy’ attacks while casting. – Fortissax’s Lightning Spear – Decreased FP and Stamina cost. Increased cast speed and decreased recovery time. Allows caster to withstand enemy attack while casting more easily. – Frozen Lightning Spear – Decreased Stamina cost. Increased cast speed and decreased recovery time. Allows caster to more easily withstand enemy attack while casting. – Death Lightning – Decreased FP cost, Increased the duration of death-accumulating smoke – O, Flame! – Increased damage – Giantsflame Take Thee – Decreased Stamina Cost – Flame of the Fell God – Decreased FP cost and increased damage – Whirl, O Flame! – Increased damage, decreased recovery time – Burn, O Flame! – Increased cast speed and decreased recovery time. – Black Flame – Increase damage and the spell can break enemy’s guard more easily. – Scouring Black Flame – Decreased FP cost and recovery time. Increased attack range and area of effect. – Black Flame Ritual – Reduced FP cost and increased damage. – Gurranq’s Beast Claw – Increased damage and decreased recovery time. – Bloodflame Talons – Decreased FP cost and increased cast speed. Decreased recovery time. – Bloodboon – Increased damage. Increased cast speed and decreased effect start-up time, decreased recovery time. – Pest Threads – Decreased Stamina cost. – Scarlet Aeonia – Increased cast speed and decreased recovery time. Allows caster to more easily withstand enemy attacks while casting. – Unendurable Frenzy – Increased cast speed and decreased recovery time. Decreased the random nature of projectile’s range and increased Madness buildup on enemies. – Inescapable Frenzy – Increased cast speed. – Placidusax’s Ruin – Decreased FP, Stamina cost and recovery time. – Dragonclaw – Decreased FP, Stamina cost and recovery time and made it easier to cause enemies to flinch when charged. – Dragonmaw – Decreased FP, stamina cost, recovery time and increased cast speed and made it easier to cause enemies to flinch when charged. – Greyoll’s Roar – Decreased FP, Stamina cost and recovery time. – Adula’s Moonblade – Decreased the power of single cast and improved performance so that the blades and frost hit more consistently and continuously. Increased cast speed at lower dexterity. – Flame, Fall Upon Them – Decreased the damage of single cast and improved the performance so that it hits the enemy multiple times. Decreased FP cost. – Howl of Shabriri – Decreased the madness buildup on the enemy. Increased cast speed and decreased recovery time. – Swarm of Flies – Decreased blood loss buildup on enemy. – The Flame of Frenzy – Decreased madness buildup on enemy. – Frenzied Burst – Decreased madness buildup on enemy. – Weapon Skill Lion’s Claw – Increased cast speed and decreased recovery time. – Kick – Increased cast speed. – Hoarah Loux’s Earthshaker – Increased cast speed. Increased cast speed on follow up input, decreased recovery time. – Troll’s Roar – Decreased Stamina Cost. Increased cast speed on follow up input, increased distance traveled. – Giant Hunt – Decreased recovery time. – Storm Assault – Decreased recovery time. – Carian Greatsword – Increased cast speed and decreased recovery time. Increased the damage when charged and made it easier to cause enemies to flinch. – Carian Grandeur – Increased cast speed and decreased recovery time. Increased the damage when charge and made it easier to cause enemies to flinch. – Gravitas – Increased cast speed. – Flaming Strike – Increased the travel distance of a stepping cleave in a strong attack. – Black Flame Tornado – Added hitbox to weapon when spinning, and added a window to roll during the attack to cancel the animation. – Lightning Slash – Increased cast speed. Added a hitbox to the stomp animation. – Sacred Blade – Increased cast speed. – Sacred Ring of Light – Increased cast speed. – Poisonous Mist – Increased cast speed. – Poison Moth Flight – Increased cast speed and decreased recovery time. – Ice Spear – Added a hitbox to the weapon’s spinning animation. – Chilling Mist – Increased cast speed. – Assassin’s Gambit – Increased cast speed. – Shield Bash – Increased cast speed. – Shield Crash – Decreased Stamina cost. Increased cast speed. – Blade of Gold – Decreased Stamina cost. Increased cast speed and decreased recovery time. – Blade of Death – Increased cast speed and decreased recovery time. – Golden Tempering – Decreased FP cost and increased cast speed. Increased effect duration. – Last Rites – Increased cast speed. – Mists of Slumber – Increased cast speed. – Eochaid’s Dancing Blade – Increased travel distance, added a window to roll during the attack to cancel the animation. – Unblockable Blade – Increased cast speed with the weapon Coded Sword. – Alabaster Lords’ Pull – Increased cast speed and decreased recovery time. Added a window to roll during the attack to cancel the animation. – Establish Order – Decreased recovery time and increased cast speed on follow up input. Increased damage. Made it easier to cause enemies to flinch. – Moonlight Greatsword – Decreased FP cost. Increased cast speed and decreased recovery time. Increased the frost buildup effect during the skill duration. – Wave of Gold – Decreased FP cost. Increased cast speed and decreased recovery time. – Wolf’s Assault – Increased cast speed and decreased recovery time. – The Queen’s Black Flame – Increased cast speed. Added a window to roll during the attack to cancel the animation. – Dynast’s Finesse – Decreased Stamina cost. – Flowing Form – Decreased Stamina cost. – Death Flare – Increased cast speed. – Onyx Lord’s Repulsion – Increased cast speed and decreased recovery time. Added a window to roll during the attack to cancel the animation. – Magma Guillotine – Decreased Stamina cost, Increased cast speed. Decreased recovery time on follow up input. – Cursed-Blood Slice – Increased cast speed and decreased recovery time. – Ice Lightning Sword – Increased cast speed. Added a hitbox to the stomp animation. – Rosus’ Summons – Decreased recovery time. – I Command Thee, Kneel! – Increased cast speed including follow up input. Added a window to roll during the attack to cancel the animation. – Gold Breaker – Decreased FP cost. Increased cast speed and decreased recovery time. – Familial Rancor – Added a window to roll during the attack to cancel the animation. – Nebula – Increased cast speed and decreased recovery time with the weapon Bastard’s Stars. – Regal Beastclaw – Increased cast speed. – Devourer of Worlds – Increased cast speed. – Regal Roar – Decreased recovery time. – Spearcall Ritual – Decreased recovery time. – Ancient Lightning Spear – Decreased FP cost and increased cast speed. Allows player to more easily withstand enemies’ attacks while casting. – Great-Serpent Hunt – Decreased recovery time and increased damage. Allows player to more easily withstand attacks from enemies. – Frenzyflame Thrust – Decreased FP cost, decreased recovery time. Decreased madness buildup on self. – Bloodboon Ritual – Increased cast speed. – Miquella’s Ring of Light – Increased cast speed. – Sea of Magma – Increased cast speed and decreased recovery time. Added a window to roll during the attack to cancel the animation. – Flame Dance – Decreased Stamina cost, decreased recovery time. Added a window to roll during the attack to cancel the animation. – Storm Kick – Decreased Stamina cost. – Bear Witness! – Increased cast speed. – ・Thundercloud Form – Decreased damage when not charged. Decreased FP cost. Increased cast speed and decreased recovery time. Bug Fixes Fixed a bug where the damage of Inescapable Frenzy was affected by right hand weapon. – Fixed a bug where the damage of the weapon arts “Carian retaliation” was increased by weapon and status, and the effect was not displayed correctly during online multiplay. – Fixed a bug where the animation when inflicted with blood loss and frostbite was bigger than originally planned. – Fixed a bug during character appearance change menu in which some parameter changes were sometime not reflected. – Fixed a bug that prevented a dialog from appearing when executing “Leave” on some items. – Fixed a bug that allowed unauthorized items to be passed to other players. – Fixed a bug in multiplayer that prevented grace to be registered on the map if it was found just before the player is summoned. – Fixed a bug that sometime prevented the mechanic of Rennala Queen Of The Full Moon fight from working properly during cooperative multiplayer. – Fixed a bug that sometime prevented the player from entering the boss area after defeating Morgott, the Omen King. – Fixed a bug that prevented “Edgar the Revenger” and “Festering Fingerprint Vyke” from invading after defeating all the bosses in Liurnia of the Lake. – The item Tonic of Forgetfulness can now be obtained at the Volcano Manor if the player wasn’t able to obtain it due to quest progression. – Fixed a bug that caused the reduction of runes due to NPC “Gostoc” when player died in “Stormveil Castle” to occur at an unintended timing. – Added a protective barrier to Millicent after helping her at Miquella’s Haligtree so she cannot be unintentionally killed. – Fixed a bug that sometime prevented the player from obtaining the reward after defeating the Dung Eater. – Fixed a bug that sometime prevented the player from progress Diallos’ questline. – Fixed a bug that sometime prevented player from duplicating remembrance at the Walking Mausoleum. – Fixed a bug that prevented player from inputting consecutive attacks when dual wielding thrusting sword. – Fixed a bug that causes scythe to lose blood loss effect if poison affinity is applied to the weapon. – Fixed a bug where the damage of the Iron Greatsword was lower than expected when an affinity is applied. – Fixed a bug that caused FP consumption to increase when the player cast Night Comet with charge. – Fixed a bug that causes he default key setting on keyboard for weapon skill (Left Ctrl) to not be set (on PC only). – Fixed a bug in the Steam version where the history of players who played multiplayer was not displayed correctly under certain circumstances. – Increased online multiplayer stability. – Fixed a bug that caused incorrect sounds to be played under certain circumstances. – Fixed a bug that caused some places on the map to have incorrect visual and hitbox. – Fixed a bug that causes some enemies to have incorrect visual and behavior. – Fixed a bug that causes some armor to have incorrect stats. – Text fix. – Other performance improvements and bug fixes. – For more on Elden Ring, be sure to check out our guide content. 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Elden Ring 1.03 update patch notes: Balance changes, new NPC features, more FromSoftwareBandai Namco has deployed Elden Ring update 1.03 as the latest major patch across all platforms adds new NPC-related features, rebalances various equipment, and squashes well over a dozen bugs. Two weeks on from the last update and the Elden Ring 1.03 patch is now here with a ton of fresh changes and improvements. Questlines should be easier than ever to track thanks to a new feature that records NPC locations on the map. Various characters also have additional phases in their specific quests as well. Furthermore, the Elden Ring update 1.03 update fixes a wide range of gameplay issues and further improves performance across the board. Not only that, but a considerable number of weapons, armor sets, and sorceries have all been rebalanced. Elden Ring update 1.03 gameplay additions Headlining the new Elden Ring 1.03 update are a number of NPC changes. First up, an entirely new feature is now available, one that lets you mark an NPC on your map in much greater detail than before. Upon encountering new characters, their name will now be recorded on the map to help you remember where particular NPCs are located. On the subject of NPCs, the likes of Diallos, Nepheli Loux, Kenneth Haight, and Gatekeeper Gostoc all have “new quest phases” to keep an eye out for. This should give players an easier time advancing their individual storylines in Elden Ring. Fans of the always-amusing Mimic’s Veil item will be happy knowing this update also came with an increase for the number of objects you can imitate. Elden Ring update 1.03 balance changes With the 1.03 update came one of the first major balance changes in Elden Ring. Everything from key Ashes of War to various Sprit Summons have been tweaked to some degree. Perhaps most notably, the Mimic Tear Spirit Ash, one that spawns an exact clone of your character to aid you in combat, has been nerfed. Now with “decreased damage” and a change in behavior, other AI summons could soon rise to the top in Elden Ring’s meta. Similarly, the popular Hoarfrost Stomp Ash of War, a favorite among speedrunners, has also been nerfed considerably. While a decrease to damage is one thing, casting this ability also takes more time now, meaning a spam-heavy approach to stagger bosses is no longer effective. Elden Ring update 1.03 patch notes You can find the full Elden Ring update 1.03 patch notes below, courtesy of Bandai Namco: Additional Elements Added Added a function to record an icon and the name of an NPC on the map when you encounter that NPC. – Added NPC Jar-Bairn. – Added new quest phases for the following NPCs: Diallos/ Nepheli Loux/ Kenneth Haight/ Gatekeeper Gostoc. – Added some summonable NPCs in multiple situations. – Increased the number of patterns of objects player can imitate when using Mimic’s Veil. – Added night background music for some open field areas – Balance Changes Increased the drop rate of Smithing Stone for some enemies. – Added Smithing Stone to some early game shop line up. – Increased shield’s effectiveness. – Increased the damage for all offensive cracked pot items. – Increased the damage for the following items: Spark Aromatic/Poison Spraymist. – Increased the effect duration for the following items: Uplifting Aromatic/ Ironjar Aromatic. – Increased HP healing for Torrent when using the following items: Rowa Raisin/ Sweet Raisin/ Frozen Raisin – Reduced FP consumption and increased the damage of the following sorceries: Glintstone Cometshard/ Comet/ Night Comet – Increased the damage of the following sorceries: Gravity Well/ Collapsing Stars/ Crystal Barrage – Decreased FP consumption of the following sorceries: Star Shower/ Rock Blaster/ Gavel of Haima/ Founding Rain of Stars/ Stars of Ruin/Greatblade Phalanx/Magic Downpour/ Loretta’s Greatbow/ Loretta’s Mastery/ Carian Greatsword/ Carian Piercer/ Shard Spiral – Raised projectile speed and range of Great Glintstone Shard – Decreased Ash of War, Hoarfrost Stomp’s damage and increase cast time. – Increased Ash of War, Bloody Slash’s self-inflict damage while slightly lowering the damage and increasing the cast time. – Decreased weapon skill, Sword of Night and Flame’s damage. – Increased FP consumption and lower duration of Ash of War, Barricade Shield. – Changed FP consumption timing of Ash of War, Prelate’s Charge. – Decreased the damage of spirit summoned when using the item Mimic Tear Ash and changed the spirit’s behavior pattern. – Other enemy and weapon balance changes – Bug Fixes Fixed a bug that prevented summoned NPCs from taking damage in some boss battles. – Fixed a bug that sometime prevented the player from obtaining item after boss battle. – Fixed a bug that causes dialogue to be skipped when talking to NPCs and using custom key configurations. – Fixed a bug that causes the player to freeze when riding. – Fixed a bug that causes arcane to scale incorrectly for some weapons. – In situation where the player cannot obtain more than 2 talisman pouches, added talisman pouch to Twin Maiden Husks shop line up. – Fixed a bug that prevented the user from warping to sites of grace from the map at the end of the game. – Fixed a bug that prevented the player from moving to the next area after the battle with the Fire Giant. – Fixed a bug which causes some weapons to have incorrect scaling after strengthening. – Fixed a bug which causes some weapons to not use stat scaling. – Fixed hang-ups in certain occasions. – Fixed a bug which incorrectly displays multiplayer area boundary when playing online. – Fixed a bug that allows player to activate Erdtree Greatshield’s weapon skill without absorbing an attack using a special combination of item and incantation. – Fixed a bug which causes Fire’s Deadly Sin incantation to have different effect. – Fixed a bug with the Ash of War, Determination and Royal Knight’s Resolve, where the damage buff will also apply to other weapons without that skill. – Adjusted the visual effect of Unseen Form spell. – Deleted the Ragged armor set from the game which was mistakenly obtainable in previous patch. – Fixed a bug that causes some hostile NPCs to drop Furlcalling Finger Remedy. – Fixed a bug that causes incorrect sound effect to play in some situations. – Fixed a bug which causes visual animation and hitboxes to not be displayed correctly on some maps. – Fixed bugs which causes incorrect visual and behavior for some enemies. – Fixed a bug that causes incorrect stat parameter for some armor. – Text fixes. – Other performance improvement and bug fixes. –

Elden Ring 1.03.2 update patch notes: Bug fixes & confirmed changes From SoftwareBandai Namco has released update 1.03.2 for Elden Ring following a short maintenance window. Here’s are the latest Elden Ring patch notes for From Software’s huge RPG. It’s been almost a week since the last Elden Ring patch (version 1.03) made changes to the game, and now 1.03.2 has arrived. While recent updates have made changes to in-game items, weapon arts, and even NPC tracking, Elden Ring’s latest patch is solely focused on patching bugs. Elden Ring update 1.03.2 gameplay additions and balance changes Sadly, 1.03.2 doesn’t add any new gameplay elements or balance changes, as it’s entirely focused on fixing bugs that have been affecting players in certain areas. Elden Ring update 1.03.2 patch notes Here are the full patch notes for Elden Ring’s 1.03.2 update, courtesy of Bandai Namco: Targeted Platform PlayStation 4 / PlayStation 5 / Xbox One / Xbox Series X|S / Steam Major items included in the latest update ・Fixed a bug that sometime prevented players from advancing NPC Nepheli Loux’s questline ・Fixed a bug that causes the playable character to die when trying to descend from a spot near Bestial Sanctum ・Fixed a bug that prevented Ash of War, Endure from taking effect ・Fixed a bug in multiplayer that allowed players to teleport others to incorrect map coordinates For more on Elden Ring, be sure to check out our guide content. How to change your appearance in Elden Ring | How to respec your character | Academy Glintstone Key | Smithing Stones | Elden Ring Stonedigger Troll | Elden Ring Margit the Fell Omen | Elden Ring Tree Sentinel | Elden Ring Grave Warden | Elden Ring Pumpkin Head | Elden Ring Soldier of Godrick | Elden Ring Godrick the Grafted | Elden Ring Red Wolf of Redagon | Elden Ring Rennala

Elden Ring 1.02.2 update patch notes: PC & PS5 improvements FromSoftwareBandai Namco released a minor update for Elden Ring on both PC and PS5, dubbed patch 1.02.2, addressing performance issues, fixing bugs, and more. Here are all the details. Despite getting rave reviews, Elden Ring players have been experiencing a slew of performance issues since release — especially on PC. Bandai Namco tried to address these issues in Patch 1.02 to no avail. However, they assured fans they were working on additional fixes and ironing out bugs. Staying true to their word, they’ve released patch 1.02.2 on March 1. It only includes some minor changes, but it seems to deal with some of these issues. Let’s take a look at what those are. Elden Ring 1.02.2 bug fixes & performance improvements The developers fixed a major issue causing graphics cards to stop being used when running the game on PC. Naturally, this was contributing to some of the performance issues. They also fixed a bug causing the PC version of the game to quit during battles against the Fire Giant, as well as some “other bugs,” although they didn’t specify what those were. Moreover, PS5 players have been reporting issues with the game not autosaving correctly when put in Rest Mode. This was seemingly addressed in the patch too, although it’s yet to be confirmed. That just about sums up everything included in the patch. However, if you want to go over the official patch notes with a fine-tooth comb, you can find full list below, courtesy of Bandai Namco: Full Elden Ring 1.02.2 patch notes PC: Fixed an issue where the graphics card was not being used, resulting in slow performance. – Fixed a bug that caused the game to quit under certain conditions during a battle with the Fire Giant. – Fixed other bugs. – PS5: Changes to save game progression even when the game is not terminated. –

Dr Disrespect stunned after speaking too soon during Elden Ring Malenia boss fight YouTube: Dr Disrespect/FromSoftwareDr Disrespect is one of the many streamers that hopped on Elden Ring ahead of the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, and was stunned into rare silence against the hardest boss in the game. Elden Ring has enjoyed a revival since Kai Cenat’s huge stream of the FromSoftware title, with a number of top names attempting to complete the game on stream too. Much like any other average player, these streamers are all finding the game infuriating and difficult, especially when they reach Malenia, and Dr Disrespect was no different. The Doc went into the fight full of confidence, managing to dodge Malenia’s opening attacks handily, only taking small slithers of damage. “So far I’m not impressed,” he said. “Now it’s my turn.” He then went to start his attack when Malenia struck again — twice — instantly depleting all of his health, as Doc watched on in stunned silence. Timestamp 6:53:30 After his next death — in which he at least managed to get some attacks in — the Two-Time claimed that Malenia “doesn’t even stand a chance” against him. Sure enough, true to his word, barely 15 minutes later Malenia was dead and the Doc had conquered yet another boss. The Shadow of the Erdtree DLC launches on June 21, however a huge number of Elden Ring players are yet to beat Mohg, Lord of Blood: a requirement to actually play the DLC. That shouldn’t be a problem for Dr Disrespect, clearly now a seasoned Elden Ring veteran, and he’ll be joining thousands of players launching the game once again to try to beat it.

Dr Disrespect says he’s the best Elden Ring player and calls out xQc YouTube/DrDisrespectLegendary streamer Dr Disrespect is calling out Twitch star Felix ‘xQc’ Lengyel over his Elden Ring skills – or lack thereof. Elden Ring has taken the gaming world by storm with a plethora of praise from many in the gaming industry, with xQc being no exception. While the game, like other FromSoftware titles, is extremely difficult, this hasn’t turned off the Two-Time, who continued his journey, claiming to be the best Elden Ring player alive. During a March 2 broadcast, the 6’8″ gaming warlord took some time to slam fellow streamer xQc, claiming the French Canadian wasn’t as good at the new game as he is. Dr Disrespect calls out xQc amid Elden Ring hype Just over mid-way through an 11-hour broadcast, Doc decided to proclaim that he was the best Elden Ring player around and used his platform to take aim at former Overwatch League pro, xQc. “I might be the best Elden Ring player. I mean, I’m doing all this at level what – 27 or 28?” he pondered. “xQc, he’s like level 99, he’s got someone off-stream grinding it for him.” Following this, the two-time ranted about how he was being overlooked for his own gaming capabilities while others get a ton of viewers despite not being as skilled as he is. (Segment begins at 6:03:03 for mobile users) “I’m so sick and tired of f**king being overlooked as the two-time back-to-back champion in terms of gaming skill,” he blasted. “I’m literally the best sniper in the history of first-person shooters. When I pick up these single-player easy games, the results show.” While Doc may be a very good FPS player, he has yet to beat Elden Ring, unlike his rival xQc. There’s no telling if he will be able to complete the title, but he does plan on hopping back on it next week, so we’ll have to see how far he can get.

Dr Disrespect rage quits Elden Ring: “It feels like I’m playing NBA 2K” From Software/Dr DisrespectDr Disrespect wasn’t impressed with Elden Ring’s controls when he picked it up on launch day, comparing the game to NBA 2K after tossing his controller and quitting. From Software’s Elden Ring released on February 25 as the biggest game of 2022 so far. The Two-Time proudly bragged on Twitter before going live that he’d never played a Souls game before, because he hadn’t “needed” to. If he had though, he might have had a bit of a better time, and not tossed his controller after trying the game. “It feels like I’m playing NBA 2K” Let’s see how @DrDisrespect is doing on his #ELDENRING run… pic.twitter.com/yTbXyvftR6 — L4YER_CAK3 (@layer_cake) February 25, 2022 His lack of familiarity with the unique controls and feel of previous From Software games might be one of his biggest sticking points with the new title. During an encounter with a particularly tough giant at one point, Doc took aim at the controls calling them “sluggish.” “I can’t stand it, I don’t like the controls of this game,” he raged. “I think the controls are sluggish, I don’t care about the 9s and 10s across the boards, I don’t like the lock-on mechanic.” After more struggles, Doc went on to compare Elden Ring’s controls to NBA 2K games, because of the input delay and lock-on mechanics. “5.7 out of 10 champs, I think the controls of the game are really – yikes, I feel like I’m playing NBA 2K 19,” Doc said, giving his own score for the title. Dr Disrespect wasn’t the only streamer to have a rough time with Elden Ring, but unlike others, we most likely won’t see him pick it up again as he ended the stream saying it just wasn’t what he was into. Not only that, he tossed the controller he was using to play across the room before loading up Tarkov. One thing’s for sure though, even if he didn’t have a good time, his excursion to Elden Ring was definitely entertaining.