Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree DLC Finally Gets Release Date as FromSoftware Reveals New Trailer

After months of speculation and leaked whispers throughout the gaming community, FromSoftware has finally unveiled the release date and a tantalizing new trailer for *Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree*, the highly anticipated DLC expansion to its 2022 Game of the Year. The announcement arrived early this morning across the studio’s official channels, confirming that the expansion will launch worldwide on June 21, 2024.

The new trailer, shared on YouTube and social media, features over three minutes of atmospheric footage, showcasing an entirely new region enveloped in mist, decay, and striking golden light—doubling down on the game’s signature bleak yet beautiful aesthetic. The expansion promises fresh lore threads, deadly new enemies, boss battles, weapons, and what appears to be an entirely separate storyline that intertwines with the legacy of Queen Marika and the Lands Between.

In a press release, director Hidetaka Miyazaki stated, “Shadow of the Erdtree is our most ambitious DLC to date. Players will journey into a previously unreachable part of the world, unraveling secrets that lie beyond the Erdtree’s glow.” FromSoftware also hinted at the return of fan-favorite characters and cryptic teases toward the narrative’s deeper mythos—a signature that fans of the Soulsborne titles have come to cherish.

Fans are already poring over every frame of the new trailer, dissecting any possible references to Miquella, the twin brother of Malenia, whose lore has been largely shrouded in mystery. Many believe this DLC may finally shed light on his fate—and possibly allow players to explore his inner sanctum.

*Shadow of the Erdtree* will be available on all platforms that currently support *Elden Ring*, including PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Pre-orders for various editions, including a Collector’s Edition featuring a Miquella statue and hardcover artbook, are already going live on major retailers.

As one of the most eagerly awaited expansions in recent memory, *Shadow of the Erdtree* looks poised to deliver a deep and punishing journey that builds upon the base game’s world—offering fans yet another reason to fall into the Lands Between.