Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree Release Date Confirmed, New Trailer Teases Massive DLC Expansion

After months of cryptic teasers and radio silence from FromSoftware, fans of Elden Ring finally have something concrete to look forward to. Today, Bandai Namco and FromSoftware officially announced the release date for the long-awaited Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, along with a jaw-dropping new trailer that offers a glimpse into the expansion’s vast new realm, fearsome enemies, and deepened lore.

Shadow of the Erdtree will release on June 21, 2024, across all platforms, including PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The revelation comes over two years after Elden Ring set the gaming world ablaze in February 2022, earning numerous Game of the Year honors and cementing its place as a landmark title in open-world design.

The newly released trailer runs just under three minutes but is packed with intrigue. It opens with fleeting images of a decayed golden field and a twisted new version of the Erdtree itself—darker, gnarled, and leaking black sap. Players catch glimpses of never-before-seen areas filled with ancient ruins, sprawling golden deserts, and what appear to be massive tombs dedicated to the game’s demigods.

Perhaps the most startling reveal is the presence of a mysterious figure who bears an eerie resemblance to Miquella, one of the most enigmatic characters in the base game. Fan theories surrounding Miquella have run rampant since Elden Ring’s launch, and this trailer adds fuel to the speculation, hinting that the expansion could unravel some of the deepest secrets of the Lands Between.

Gameplay-wise, Shadow of the Erdtree promises challenging new boss fights, an expanded arsenal of weapons and spells, and fresh storylines that tie back to the core themes of decay, ambition, and divine conflict. FromSoftware has yet to confirm whether players will experience the DLC content post-endgame or via a mid-game questline, but fans can expect more details in the coming weeks.

With just over four months until launch, Elden Ring enthusiasts and lore-hunters are already dissecting every frame of the trailer. If the hype is any indication, Shadow of the Erdtree is shaping up to be one of 2024’s most anticipated releases.