Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree DLC poses one big question, the type of earthshaking query that can rattle the philosophical foundation of any gamer’s mindset: “What if Elden Ring, but more?”
In truth, you’re the only person who can answer that question for yourself. But if you’ve played a bunch of the base game — and hit all the pre-requisites for accessing the DLC — one look at Shadow of the Erdtree is likely enough impetus to sigh, sit down, and recognize it’s time to do it all again.
As with all things Elden Ring, there’s no need to brave this expansion alone. Start with our guide on the recommended level for Shadow of the Erdtree, then see what to do first in the Elden Ring DLC, or get lost in our interactive map. From there, if you find yourself stuck on any of the byzantine legacy dungeons, check out our walkthroughs for Belurat, Castle Ensis, and Shadow Keep.
We have guides on where to find DLC map fragments and DLC talismans, plus guides on two collectibles specific to Shadow of the Erdtree: Scadutree Fragments and Revered Spirit Ashes. Those are in addition to lists on weapons and armor introduced in the DLC.
And, go figure, there’s no shortage of horrible bosses here. A particular enemy giving you grief? Our guides can help you beat the Blackgaol Knight; Divine Beast Dancing Lion; Rellanna, Twin Moon Knight; and the Golden Hippopotamus.
Yes, “more Elden Ring” might sound like a daunting proposition. But Shadow of the Erdtree retains one quality that made the base game such a standout: It’s way easier (and way more fun) when you phone a friend."}][xss_clean]
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Image: FromSoftware/Bandai NamcoElden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree DLC poses one big question, the type of earthshaking query that can rattle the philosophical foundation of any gamer’s mindset: “What if Elden Ring, but more?”
In truth, you’re the only person who can answer that question for yourself. But if you’ve played a bunch of the base game — and hit all the pre-requisites for accessing the DLC — one look at Shadow of the Erdtree is likely enough impetus to sigh, sit down, and recognize it’s time to do it all again.
As with all things Elden Ring, there’s no need to brave this expansion alone. Start with our guide on the recommended level for Shadow of the Erdtree, then see what to do first in the Elden Ring DLC, or get lost in our interactive map. From there, if you find yourself stuck on any of the byzantine legacy dungeons, check out our walkthroughs for Belurat, Castle Ensis, and Shadow Keep.
We have guides on where to find DLC map fragments and DLC talismans, plus guides on two collectibles specific to Shadow of the Erdtree: Scadutree Fragments and Revered Spirit Ashes. Those are in addition to lists on weapons and armor introduced in the DLC.
And, go figure, there’s no shortage of horrible bosses here. A particular enemy giving you grief? Our guides can help you beat the Blackgaol Knight; Divine Beast Dancing Lion; Rellanna, Twin Moon Knight; and the Golden Hippopotamus.
Yes, “more Elden Ring” might sound like a daunting proposition. But Shadow of the Erdtree retains one quality that made the base game such a standout: It’s way easier (and way more fun) when you phone a friend.
Image: FromSoftware/Bandai NamcoWalkthroughs
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Map and character upgrades
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- All Scadutree Fragment locations in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
- All Revered Spirit Ash locations in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
- All DLC Crystal Tear locations in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
Explainers
Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree guides and walkthroughsWhat is the recommended level for Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree?By Michael McWhertor- What is the recommended level for Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree?
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Item and equipment locations
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- All DLC armor locations in Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree
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Boss fights
Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree guides and walkthroughsAll DLC boss locations in Elden Ring Shadow of the ErdtreeBy Ryan Gilliam- All DLC boss locations in Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree
- All Elden Ring DLC Remembrance bosses and rewards
- How to beat Furnace Golems in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
- How to beat Blackgaol Knight in Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree
- How to beat Divine Beast Dancing Lion in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
- How to beat Rellana, Twin Moon Knight in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
- How to beat Golden Hippopotamus in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
- How to beat Messmer the Impaler in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
- How to beat Bayle the Dread in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
- How to beat the Putrescent Knight in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
- How to beat Romina, Saint of the Bud in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
- How to beat Commander Gaius in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
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- How to beat Metyr, Mother of Fingers in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
- How to beat Ghostflame Dragons in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
- How to beat Needle Knight Leda in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
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Questlines
Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree guides and walkthroughsAll Elden Ring DLC NPC quests in Shadow of the ErdtreeBy Michael McWhertor- All Elden Ring DLC NPC quests in Shadow of the Erdtree
- Count Ymir and Jolán questline walkthrough in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
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- Fire Knight Queelign questline walkthrough and steps in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
- Needle Knight Leda questline walkthrough for Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
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- Ruins Map 1st, 2nd, and 3rd locations in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
- Sir Moore questline walkthrough for Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
