Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree Release Date Revealed, Alongside Explosive New Gameplay Trailer

FromSoftware has finally ended months of speculation by announcing the release date for its highly anticipated Elden Ring expansion, *Shadow of the Erdtree*. Fans can mark their calendars for June 21, 2024, when the DLC will arrive worldwide across all platforms, including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

Announced in a stunning new gameplay trailer that dropped early this morning, *Shadow of the Erdtree* promises to build upon the brutal beauty and enigmatic design that made Elden Ring 2022’s Game of the Year. Clocking in at nearly three minutes, the trailer showed off lush new landscapes, menacing enemies, and an array of previously unseen weapons and magic. Players even got a brief glimpse of what appears to be Miquella—brother of Malenia and one of the lore’s most cryptic figures—hinting that the story content is diving deeper into the Lands Between’s most mysterious corners.

Based on early snippets, players will explore foreboding swamplands, twisted forests lit by a ghostly sun, and monumental ruins that hint at kingdoms lost to time. Combat appears even more dynamic, with new weapon types including what looks like whips imbued with holy flame, and terrifying new bosses that blend grotesque horror with mythic grandeur—a FromSoftware specialty.

Director Hidetaka Miyazaki has teased that *Shadow of the Erdtree* is the studio’s “largest expansion to date,” with an entirely new region, a deeper narrative arc, and extensive customization options for experienced players. According to the press release, access to the DLC will require defeating Mohg, Lord of Blood—one of the game’s most feared optional bosses—adding an extra layer of challenge for those looking to dive in on day one.

Within minutes of the trailer’s release, #ShadowoftheErdtree began trending across social media platforms, with fans dissecting every frame for story clues and gameplay mechanics. Pre-orders for the expansion, as well as a new Collector’s Edition featuring a Miquella statue and exclusive artbook, also opened today.

With its June release window firmly in sight, *Shadow of the Erdtree* is shaping up to be another essential chapter in the Elden Ring saga. One thing’s for certain—tarnished everywhere should start sharpening their blades.