Developed by FromSoftware, Elden Ring is an expansive RPG known for its gameplay and world-building. Set in the open world of the Lands Between, the game combines intense combat mechanics and interwoven level designs to create an immersive title.
The wait for Elden Ring‘s upcoming Shadow of the Erdtree DLC is nearly over, and the hype within the game’s fanbase continues to grow. FromSoftware’s next update for the Elden Ring promises to revolutionize the game for players by bringing new areas, bosses, locations, and lore to unravel. While there’s no doubt that the DLC packs a punch, what might surprise you is its development time, which took as much time as Dark Souls 3.
Shadow of the Erdtree Development Time Shows FromSoftware’s Dedication to Quality
FromSoftware is back with more content for Elden Ring with the upcoming Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. Two years after being hailed as Game of the Year, the developers aren’t done yet and continue to grow alongside the game. Set in an all-new location, the DLC will task players with unraveling new mysteries and facing more difficult enemies.
It’s a known fact that FromSoftware doesn’t compromise on the quality of its games and DLC. According to one of the reputable industry insiders, FromSoftware has been working on the upcoming Elden Ring DLC for as long as Dark Souls’ 3 total development time.
It was further revealed that the upcoming DLC has more than 30 soundtracks, and Dark Souls 3’s game designer is also working as the leader designer for the Elden Ring DLC.
Shadow of the Erdtree DLC was announced in February 2024, and it’s no surprise that its development took over two years. The upcoming Elden Ring DLC is FromSoftware’s biggest one yet. It’s the game’s first major expansion and is all set to bring new areas, mechanics, and a rich narrative to enhance the already critically acclaimed game further.
With Shadow of the Erdtree‘s release, FromSoftware wants to echo the success of previous Soulslike titles, with more fined gameplay and world-building. Even older titles of the genre, like Bloodborne, have been treated with new expansions, but not at this level, where we will see new bosses, equipment, and gears for players to choose from and customize their loadout. Undoubtedly, the hours players will be able to spend on this expansion will be impressive.
When is Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree DLC Releasing?
Elden Ring was undoubtedly a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and the gaming community is excited to get its hands on the expansion. The Shadow of the Erdtree DLC is said to be the only DLC for the base game, and from what we’ve seen so far, it looks to be a worthy follow-up in terms of the content it’s supposed to bring to the game.
Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree DLC will launch on June 21, 2024, on all platforms. The DLC could set a record and new standards for expansion across the gaming industry. Hidetaka Miyazaki and his team are known for delivering; they won’t disappoint us.
