Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree Release Date Confirmed Alongside Explosive First Trailer

After months of speculation and cryptic teases, FromSoftware has finally lifted the veil on its highly anticipated Elden Ring expansion. Titled *Shadow of the Erdtree*, the DLC is officially set to launch on June 21, 2024, and comes with a jaw-dropping first trailer that has already sent the fan community into a frenzy.

The trailer, released early this morning, paints a haunting yet majestic picture of the Lands Between, now smeared in shadow and shrouded in new mysteries. From the brief but impactful footage, fans can expect new regions, fearsome bosses, and what appears to be a deeper dive into the lore surrounding Miquella — a central figure from the base game whose story remained largely untold.

FromSoftware has confirmed *Shadow of the Erdtree* will be its largest DLC expansion to date, teasing an “entirely new landmass” for players to explore. The studio also promises new weapons, spells, and systems that will “challenge and surprise even the most seasoned Tarnished.”

Following the trailer reveal, Hidetaka Miyazaki, director of *Elden Ring*, shared a short message with fans: “We are grateful for the patience and passion the community has shown. With Shadow of the Erdtree, we sought to build upon the foundation without diminishing the mystery and danger that define the Elden Ring experience.”

Preorders are now live across all platforms, with a collector’s edition that includes a detailed Miquella statue and a hardbound lore compendium already collecting strong interest. Notably, this DLC will also only be accessible to players who have defeated both Mohg and Radahn — a fact that has sparked debate about accessibility versus elite-level gatekeeping within the fanbase.

Regardless, if the teaser is anything to go by, *Shadow of the Erdtree* is shaping up to be a dark and unforgettable pilgrimage for Elden Ring devotees. Keep your flasks filled — June can’t come soon enough.