After more than a year of waiting for updates on the Elden Ring expansion, Bandai Namco has finally given us a proper preview of what The Lands Between will be getting later this year. Along with the announcement that the DLC for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S will ship on June 21, 2024, comes the gameplay trailer for Shadow of the Erdtree.
Along with fresh tales and gameplay elements, Shadow of the Erdtree will also offer new methods for people to buy the Elden Ring in case they’ve been meaning to see what all the excitement is about for a while. Pre-orders for the DLC are already open, and with just a few months until its release, this is the perfect opportunity for us to look into the various Shadow of the Erdtree editions that will be offered. Below is all the information you require regarding the pricing and various versions.
All Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree Editions And Bonuses
For those currently owning Elden Ring, the expansion can be purchased separately. However, newcomers have the option to opt for Shadow of the Erdtree editions bundling the base game with the expansion, accompanied by additional content.
Despite being an expansion, Shadow of the Erdtree surprises with a multitude of editions – a new change from the usual simplicity seen in the game expansions. Bandai Namco has brought us six distinct versions, ensuring a variety of options for players.
Below are all of the Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree editions that first became available:
- Shadow of the Erdtree
- Shadow of the Erdtree Edition
- Premium Bundle
- Deluxe Edition
- Collector’s Edition (Limited Quantity)
- Exclusive Merchandise (Limited Quantity)
Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree Base Editions:
The expansion offers two base editions, each catering to different preferences. While the standard edition provides the core DLC content, the ‘Deluxe Edition’ enriches the experience with a digital artbook, alongside the original soundtrack. Additionally, there is a brand-new gesture that you may use with your characters as a pre-order bonus.
- Standard Edition – $39.99
- Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree Expansion
- Deluxe Edition – $49.99
- Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree Expansion
- Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree Digital Artbook & Original Soundtrack
- Pre-Order Bonus: Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree Bonus Gesture
Remember to pre-order before June 21st to secure the bonus gesture.
Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree Bundles with the Base Game:
For those seeking a comprehensive experience, there are two Shadow of the Erdtree bundles encompassing both the base game and the expansion:
- Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree Edition – $79.99 USD
- Contains the base game and the DLC.
- Available digitally for PC and physically for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S (base game included on disc).
- Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree Deluxe Bundle – $99.99 USD
- Contains the base game and the DLC.
- Includes digital art books and soundtracks for both the base game and the DLC.
- Available digitally for all platforms.
Pre-ordering any of these Shadow of the Erdtree editions grants the same bonus as the standalone DLC purchase.
Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree DLC Collector’s Edition:
Additionally, a brand-new Collector’s Edition is offered in restricted quantities on the Bandai Namco website. For $249.99 USD, you can purchase the Collector’s Edition, which includes a code for the DLC, an approximately 18″ (46cm) statue of Messmer the Impaler, a 40-page hard copy art book, and a digital soundtrack. However, its shipping is limited to the United States and Canada.
Merchandise fans can separately purchase the helmet of Messmer the Impaler for $189.99 USD.
And they are the only Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree editions that have been revealed thus far. And as we await the June 21st launch, the Elden Ring community anticipates the unveiling of new challenges and mysteries within the Lands of Shadow.
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