Elden Ring DLC “Shadow of the Erdtree” Gets June Release Date and New Gameplay Trailer

FromSoftware has finally lifted the veil on *Shadow of the Erdtree*, the highly anticipated DLC for *Elden Ring*. In a new trailer released today, the developer announced a release date of June 21, 2024, and provided gameplay footage packed with cryptic lore hints, new enemies, and stunning landscapes that are sure to reignite the flame of curiosity among Tarnished everywhere.

The reveal trailer, clocking in at just over three minutes, teases a brand new realm steeped in mystery and ruin, with visuals that echo both the grandeur and melancholy of the Lands Between. Players caught a glimpse of ominous castles engulfed in mist, twisted forests pulsing with life, and gigantic, spectral foes that bear the unmistakable grotesque beauty trademarked by FromSoftware. Perhaps most intriguing is the brief appearance of Miquella, the enigmatic brother of Malenia, confirming long-held fan theories that the DLC will explore his story.

Game director Hidetaka Miyazaki promised that *Shadow of the Erdtree* will be the “largest expansion FromSoftware has ever created,” aiming to match the scale and ambition of the base game. Early impressions from the trailer suggest new weapons, armor sets, and magic types — alongside more terrifying boss encounters that will test veterans and newcomers alike.

In terms of gameplay mechanics, brief combat scenes show what appear to be evolutions of established builds, potentially indicating new progression systems or refinements to the classic Soulsborne formula. There’s also speculation surrounding several variant enemy designs, suggesting the inclusion of alternate enemy “factions” with unique behaviors and lore.

Fans won’t have to wait long to return to this beautifully brutal world. Pre-orders for the DLC go live today across all platforms, with deluxe editions offering art books and behind-the-scenes content. For a game that redefined open-world design and swept dozens of Game of the Year awards in 2022, expectations remain sky-high — and FromSoftware seems more than ready to meet them.

*Shadow of the Erdtree* launches June 21 on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.