Gameplay Reveal Trailer for Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree Expansion Set for February 21
Launch Date Details Expected During the Presentation of Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree Expansion
Elden Ring fans are in for a treat as the highly anticipated expansion, Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, is set to receive its debut gameplay trailer on February 21. After months of eager anticipation, developers FromSoftware have confirmed that enthusiasts can expect an immersive glimpse into the upcoming expansion’s gameplay mechanics and world. Scheduled for release on Wednesday at 7am PST (8.30pm IST), the trailer promises to offer tantalizing insights into the new content awaiting players in the Elden Ring universe.
Amidst the excitement surrounding the imminent trailer release, speculation abounds regarding additional details that may accompany the presentation. One eagerly awaited revelation is the launch date for the expansion, which is expected to be unveiled during the gameplay showcase. Since the initial announcement of Shadow of the Erdtree almost a year ago in February 2023, fans have eagerly awaited concrete information regarding its release. The impending trailer premiere marks a significant milestone in the journey towards experiencing the expansion’s rich lore and challenging gameplay.
The official Elden Ring account on X (formerly Twitter) recently ignited anticipation by announcing the premiere of the Shadow of the Erdtree gameplay trailer. Scheduled for debut later today at 3pm UTC (8.30pm IST), the presentation is confirmed to be three minutes long and will feature language subtitle options. Enthusiasts can catch the highly anticipated trailer on Elden Ring publisher Bandai Namco’s YouTube channel, where the stream is already available for eager fans to set reminders and prepare for an unforgettable glimpse into the expansive world of Elden Ring.
Shadow of the Erdtree was first announced February 28, 2023, alongside key artwork from the game. FromSoftware has kept fans guessing about the contents of the expansion. The DLC announcement had only included a cryptic message for fans: “Rise, Tarnished, and let us walk a new path together.”
But that hasn’t stopped keen-eyed fans from picking apart whatever information is available and extrapolating to form theories about Shadow of the Erdtree. Fans speculate that the expansion will focus on Miquella, brother of Malenia, who was cursed to remain young forever.
Elden Ring received its first free DLC in the form of a PvP battle area — the Colosseum — back in December 2022. The main game itself launched in February 2022 to widespread critical acclaim. The open world soulslike action-RPG became a phenomenon, selling over 20 million copies in a year and winning the Game of the Year title at The Game Awards 2022.Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree will be available on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series S/X.
