With so many fans waiting countless months for a trailer or even a smidgen of information for Elden Ring's first DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree, this day is certainly blessed in the eyes of Ranni. This morning, FromSoftware and Bandai Namco finally gave fans a preview of what is coming later this year.
When Does Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree Release?
The official release date of Shadow of the Erdtree is June 21. It's a bit of a wait — much longer than the community hoped — but a summer release makes the most sense in the grand scheme of things. It's hitting at a time when video game releases slow down a little before picking up again in the fall.
As for the contents of the DLC itself, Shadow of the Erdtree features a brand new story in the Land of Shadow, a new location in the Lands Between additional enemies, weapons, armor, and monsters, you can count on tough bosses if the gameplay trailer is any indication of the challenges players will face.
How to Pre-Order Shadow of the Erdtree
With the release date unveiled, pre-orders for Shadow of the Erdtree have gone live. You can score a copy on:
Should you wish to pre-order the expansion, you will receive a Bonus Gesture in where the character puts their hands together, creating a circle with their arms, like a sun. It's cute but not overly enticing if you don't often use the gesture system in Elden Ring.
What's Included in the Shadow of the Erdtree Collector's Edition?
Alternatively, if you don't mind spending a bit extra — and by extra, we mean a whopping $250 — there is an Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree Collector's Edition. It comes with:
- Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
- Figurine of Mesmer the Impaler (46cm)
- Exclusive Hardcover Artbook (40 Pages)
- Digital Soundtrack
- Collector's Edition Box
It's expensive, but for the discerning collector who enjoys a hardcover artbook and statue, it's an absolute steal worth nabbing now before it sells out!
