Arguably the most anticipated DLC release of all-time, Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree beckons us Tarnished to explore further away from the Lands Between for a brand new adventure. Setting off for the Lands Of Shadow, you’ll encounter new enemies, find new weapons and even unlock some new powers. If you’re not sure what edition to buy, or when Shadow of the Erdtree might launch, here’s what you need to know.
Shadow Of The Erdtree Release Date & Pre-Order Bonus
Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree is set to launch on June 21st, 2024, and will be available on PC, PlayStation and Xbox. Pre-ordering any version of Shadow of the Erdtree will also unlock a special Bonus Gesture that you can use in-game.
Shadow of the Erdtree Standard Edition
Price: £34.99/$39.99
The basic DLC package, this will allow you to explore the new DLC when it launches this June. That’s it.
Shadow of the Erdtree Premium Bundle
Price: £44.99/$49.99
A bigger bundle of the basic DLC, the Premium version of the bundle includes a digital artbook and soundtrack for you to enjoy when you need to take a break from all the bosses kicking your butt.
Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree Edition
Price: £69.99/$74.99+
The bundle for players who have yet to purchase Elden Ring, or might be looking to play it on a second platform along with the DLC, this version includes the base game and the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. Naturally, as the base game is already out, you’ll also be able to start playing immediately.
Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree Deluxe Edition
Price: £89.99/$94.99+
Again, a bundle for players who haven’t played Elden Ring yet, this Deluxe version includes both the base game and the DLC, along with the digital artbooks and official soundtracks for both the original game and the expansion.
Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree Collector’s Edition
Price: €249.99 (other prices TBC)
The only physical version of Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree that you can buy is the Collector’s Edition, which includes a voucher code for the expansion on a platform of your choice, along with a digital version of the soundtrack. As for the physical goodies, there’s the 40-page hardcover artbook, and a statue of Messmer The Impaler, the new big bad for the expansion.
Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree – Helmet of Messmer the Impaler
Price: £159.99 (other prices TBC)
Bandai Namco have also announced that people can purchase a replica of Messmer The Impaler’s helmet, which can only be purchased exclusively through the Bandai Namco store. Here’s the product description: “This exclusive item includes a one-of-a-kind display piece made for the most discerning, distinguished, and dripped out Tarnished. This elaborate replica helmet of the imposing Messmer the Impaler is crafted with precise detail and comes with a numbered certificate of authenticity.”
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