Everything you need to know about the Elden Ring DLC
Want to know more about the Elden Ring DLC? The announcement only acknowledges an expansion is “in development,” but there are plenty of theories surrounding the Shadow of the Erdtree. The name implies a return to the story’s roots, but FromSoftware and publisher Bandai Namco remain tight-lipped. This hasn’t stopped fans from speculating about numerous “what-if” scenarios.
While the official clues are limited to the name and a single image shared with the reveal, FromSoftware’s games are known for their immersive environmental storytelling and hidden details. Hours spent investigating the game's mysteries may hold some answers. Let’s delve into everything we currently know about the Elden Ring DLC.
What is the Elden Ring DLC?
Before we explore fan theories and datamines, let’s start with the facts. While there is no official release date for Shadow of the Erdtree, it is expected that the Elden Ring DLC will launch in late 2023 or early 2024. The announcement only acknowledges that an expansion is “in development,” but based on FromSoftware’s past patterns, a similar launch timeframe is anticipated.
Left without a maiden or a release date, fans have anxiously awaited the launch of Shadow of the Erdtree. Some PC Gamer editors have done the research and provided us with an estimated timeframe. However, FromSoftware has remained silent about the DLC, focusing instead on Armored Core news. This silence was particularly disappointing after June’s Summer Games Fest, where fans hoped to catch another glimpse of that iconic golden tree.
How much will the Elden Ring DLC cost?
The Elden Ring Colosseum update offered three new PvP modes for free, but don’t expect other substantial additions to be as generous. In the past year, similar story-heavy DLCs have been priced between $20 and $30. Therefore, it is likely that the Elden Ring expansion will fall within this price range or even be priced higher.
Historically, the Souls series has always received paid follow-ups to the base game. For example, Dark Souls 3 had individual add-ons priced at $15 each, or players could purchase the season pass bundle for $25. However, keep in mind that these prices were set in 2016, and it is possible that FromSoftware will charge more for the Elden Ring DLC.
Elden Ring DLC release date
As of now, there is no official release date for Shadow of the Erdtree. However, it is expected that the Elden Ring DLC will launch in late 2023 or early 2024. The announcement only acknowledges that an expansion is “in development.”
Elden Ring DLC theories
Now that we have covered the facts, let’s dive into the fan theories surrounding Shadow of the Erdtree. There are numerous theories to explore, so we will break down each point with our reasoning.
