Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree Trailer Drops, Release Date Confirmed for June

FromSoftware has finally set the internet ablaze with the long-awaited trailer for Elden Ring’s massive expansion, *Shadow of the Erdtree*. After months of silence and speculation, the developer surprised fans this morning with a stunning three-minute cinematic and gameplay showcase, coupled with the official announcement that the DLC will launch on June 21, 2024.

While the trailer offers a tantalizing glimpse into the upcoming content, it also raises more questions than it answers. Players catch glimpses of new locales drenched in eerie golden light, grotesque new enemies, and an imposing figure believed to be Miquella, brother of Malenia—arguably the lore’s most enigmatic demigod. Players have long theorized Miquella’s central involvement in the DLC, and this trailer all but confirms it.

Gameplay-wise, the expansion promises to build on Elden Ring’s already immense legacy. Brief combat clips reveal new weapons, magic spells, and what appear to be entirely new boss encounters, all set in a previously unrevealed region known only as “The Land of Shadow.” FromSoftware’s cryptic description states this is a land “obscured by the Erdtree where Miquella awaits,” hinting at a more lore-driven narrative arc than the base game.

Shadow of the Erdtree will be available across all platforms—PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC—with pre-orders going live shortly after the announcement. Physical Collector’s Editions are already causing a stir across social media, featuring a detailed statue of Miquella and exclusive art book. Pricing details range from $39.99 USD for the standard version to $249.99 USD for the Collector’s Edition.

With the expansion launching over two years after Elden Ring’s critically acclaimed debut, fans are expecting nothing less than another genre-defining hit. If today’s trailer is any indication, FromSoftware seems poised to deliver on that expectation—once again inviting Tarnished everywhere to rise and follow grace into the unknown.