ELDEN RING: Start the Game Chilling on a Beach

Elden Ring enthusiasts have discovered an alternate starting location that was originally planned for the game, as revealed by dataminer "Sekiro Dubi." The initial design would have placed the Tarnished character awakening on a scenic beach rather than in a cave. This new insight comes two years after the game's release, giving fans a glimpse into the development process and alternate creative choices considered by FromSoftware. The dataminer found hints of the beach start in the 2021 network test version of Elden Ring and unused dialogue, and reconstructed the scene to demonstrate how the early moments of the game could have played out. Some fans believe this alternative beginning might have made more sense lore-wise, despite the lack of dramatic impact compared to the actual opening sequence. The intriguing find complements existing guides and tips available for players, which may come in handy with the upcoming Elden Ring DLC, "Shadow of the Erdtree."

Elden Ring's original starting location, based on the datamine, was a picturesque beach under the Seaside Ruins rather than the cave in which players start in the final release. This location was intended for the character's awakening and was evidenced through Japanese notes and unused audio files discovered by the dataminer.

Elden Ring is renowned for its massive open-world adventure, developed by FromSoftware and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. As a game built on intricate mythos and diverse gameplay experiences, it has garnered critical acclaim and a passionate fanbase. Players traverse the Lands Between, taking on the role of the Tarnished, who is beckoned to collect the Great Runes, restore the Elden Ring, and become the Elden Lord. With its upcoming DLC, "Shadow of the Erdtree," the community remains eager for further exploration of its expansive lore and challenging combat.