Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree Expansion Gets June Release Date, New Trailer and Boss Details Revealed

FromSoftware has finally lifted the veil on its long-awaited Elden Ring expansion, *Shadow of the Erdtree*, with a stunning new trailer and an official release date: June 21, 2024. The reveal comes over two years after the base game captivated players with its colossal open world, haunting lore, and brutal boss encounters. Now fans are eagerly gearing up for what promises to be a darker, even more mysterious chapter in the Lands Between.

The new trailer, released this morning via Bandai Namco’s official channels, is a tantalizing glimpse into the horrors and wonders awaiting players in the expansion. It opens with a sweeping shot of a decaying, unfamiliar landscape bathed in eerie golden light, followed by glimpses of new enemy types—including a twisted draconic beast and a spectral knight adorned in thorns. It also hints at a towering, shrouded figure believed to be Messmer the Impaler, a central new boss and narrative focal point.

Alongside the trailer, FromSoftware confirmed that players will explore a previously unseen region tied to the enigmatic Miquella, brother of the demigod Malenia. Lore enthusiasts have long speculated on Miquella’s fate, and *Shadow of the Erdtree* seems primed to finally unravel one of Elden Ring’s biggest narrative mysteries.

Gameplay-wise, the expansion promises several new weapons, spells, and armor sets—many seemingly themed around decay, fire, and spectral magic. The bosses appear to be as ruthless and complex as ever, with cinematic glimpses showcasing aggressive movesets and surreal arenas. While FromSoftware has remained tight-lipped on the story specifics, the expansion appears to dive deeper into the divine lineage of the Erdtree and its corrupted roots.

*Shadow of the Erdtree* will be available as paid DLC on all platforms currently supporting Elden Ring—PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Pre-orders for physical collector’s editions opened today, with added bonuses including a hardcover art book and a Messmer the Impaler statue.

June can’t come fast enough—and with this trailer, FromSoftware has served a chilling reminder of why Elden Ring raised the bar for open-world action RPGs.