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elden ring dlc becomes 2024's highest rated game

Jun 19, 2024 9:24 AM

Elden Ring's new expansion, Shadow of the Erdtree, has achieved remarkable success by becoming the highest-rated game of 2024 and the highest-rated DLC ever, as per critics on Metacritic. This accomplishment surpasses notable game expansions like Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and The Witcher 3: Blood and Wine. The DLC currently holds a Metacritic score of 95, which is the highest among all games released this year, signaling a massive triumph for FromSoftware. With the official release on June 21, the expansion is expected to win numerous Game of the Year votes, due to its impressive content and quality.

How well is Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdtree expansion performing compared to other game expansions?n

Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdtree expansion is performing exceptionally well, having achieved a Metacritic score of 95. This score not only makes it the highest-rated game of 2024 but also the highest-rated DLC ever, surpassing famous expansions like The Witcher 3: Blood and Wine and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth.

Elden Ring, developed by FromSoftware, is renowned for its expansive open world and intricate lore. Released in 2022, the game quickly gained acclaim for its challenging gameplay and deep storytelling. The Shadow of the Erdtree expansion continues this tradition, expanding on the main game's narrative and offering players new areas to explore, bosses to defeat, and secrets to uncover, further solidifying its legacy in the gaming community.



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N3rdo N3rdo commented on: 2024-06-19 10:00:04
Wow, FromSoftware has done it again The Shadow of the Erdtree expansion not only raises the bar for DLCs but also shows that meticulous world-building and challenging gameplay still resonate massively with gamers.
Miss Peachy Miss Peachy commented on: 2024-06-19 09:42:03
Wow, Shadow of the Erdtree hitting a 95 on Metacritic is no small feat Looks like FromSoftware has outdone themselves again, setting the bar sky-high for future DLCs.
Mr. Bison Mr. Bison commented on: 2024-06-19 09:36:03
Shadow of the Erdtree smashing records on Metacritic shows FromSoftware is still at the top of their game. Surpassing iconic expansions like The Witcher 3’s Blood and Wine is no small feat—definitely hype-worthy for any gaming enthusiast
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