FromSoftware's misery-maker-in-chief, Hidetaka Miyazaki, has confirmed that the imminent Shadow of the Erdtree DLC for Elden Ring, arriving on PS5 and PS4 on 21st June, will be the "first and last" piece of additional content the game receives. However, the possibility of an Elden Ring sequel was not ruled out.
Miyazaki told Chinese publication Zhihu (thanks, GamesRadar+) that unlike games in the Dark Souls trilogy, which received multiple expansions, "[Shadow of the Erdtree] is the first and last DLC, and we have no plans to add more content to Elden Ring".
Elaborating, Miyazaki explains the rationale for a single Elden Ring expansion, which has to do with the game's open world setting: "Elden Ring emphasizes exploration and adventure in a big world. In order to provide such an experience, a vast and huge setting is inevitably needed. Therefore, instead of splitting it into several parts, it was better to simply make one big [expansion]. If they were sold separately, the freedom of exploration and sense of adventure would be reduced."
What do you think of From's different tact this time around? Would you rather have one big expansion or several smaller adventures, ala Dark Souls 3? Let us know in the comments section below.
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[source zhuanlan.zhihu.com, via gamesradar.com]
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I mean, it makes sense. The DLC has taken a long time to come out, and it's probably time to move on to whatever's next properly now. Excited for the expansion, though!
Fine by me, I was worried from before that the company was gonna try to turn this into some massive franchise and getting constant DLC.
From what information I've managed to find out about this expansion I don't honestly think it will need anything else. It sounds as if its a very big undertaking so I'm expecting it to last me a long time as I'm not the most adept and nimble fingerd souls gamer but I am quite tenacious. I can't wait for it.
I'm absolutely fine with this - and think that there seems to be a real confidence from FromSoftware in this release. Judging from their DLC track-record, this is probably as close to a 'sure thing' as we will see in 2024.
I like the fact that they also won't have dev teams tied into the 'franchising' of Elden Ring (multiple expansions etc) and instead can focus on other projects.
Just need me some Sekiro DLC now... or (dare I whisper it) Sekiro 2?!
I appreciate that From Software is always respecting the gamers.
One large is the best way to go. Everyone complained that Ashes of Ariandel was too small so combine it all like The Old Hunters DLC and you don’t get those complaints. Besides, why we all want more Elden Ring we definitely want to know what’s next from FromSoft, what will it be……😬
Elden Ring for GOTY 2024? Yes i can see the the expansion being the best release this year.
@CJD87 From DLC is better then the main game i feel so i have 100% confidence in this.
@j2c "Besides, why we all want more Elden Ring we definitely want to know what’s next from FromSoft, what will it be……😬"
Youngling Ring, the prequel.
Smart move, this is one of the reasons I respect FromSoft deeply.
N.i.c.e. thats fine by me.elden ring is already a long game and add shadow of the erdtree.its already worth it.word up son
Fine by me. The Old Hunters DLC was all that Bloodborne got and that DLC was fantastic so I no issue with this.
It works for me. I'm ready for whatever From cook up.
Getting a new pure strength build character prepped slowly for the expansion. So pumped. Elden Ring really spoiled us, the fact we're getting more of it is very exciting. What's more exciting though is for FromSoft to make a true next-gen game Souls game.
"A vast and huge setting is inevitably needed" - oh my
My favorite game of all time. I’ve been waiting for the dlc to do a second playthrough, which I’ve finally started. Very hyped and totally on board with what he’s saying here
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