Get Ready ELDEN RING: Shadow of the Erdtree Priced at $40 for PS5, Xbox, PC

Fans of the critically acclaimed action RPG Elden Ring can start preparing their wallets as the latest expansion, Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, is confirmed to be priced at $40 for just the DLC. The complete experience including the main game and the DLC comes at $80 on the PlayStation website, with a Digital Deluxe edition featuring additional digital bonuses like an artbook and soundtrack offered at $99.99. Collectors looking to indulge in the ultimate package can get their hands on a lavish $250 collector's edition, which includes a hardcover art book, a Messmer the Impaler figure, and a digital copy of the DLC.

The Shadow of the Erdtree expansion appears to deliver substantial content, boasting numerous new bosses, a host of enemies, and an expansive open world, demonstrating two years of development efforts by FromSoftware. Comparisons with older Souls game expansions, such as Dark Souls 1's Artorias of the Abyss, suggest that the pricing may be somewhat justified when taking inflation into account and considering the scale and quality of content offered in this new installment.

The Shadow of the Erdtree expansion is set to offer a significant amount of content including multiple new bosses, diverse enemies, and a vast new region to explore, reflecting extensive development work. For many players, the price may align with the quality and depth of new experiences promised by FromSoftware.

Elden Ring, developed by FromSoftware and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment, has been a phenomenal success since its release, known for its challenging gameplay, intricate world design, and deep lore which is a hallmark of Hidetaka Miyazaki's games. The addition of Shadow of the Erdtree adds to this rich universe and is keenly anticipated by the community.