Anticipation for the Elden Ring expansion, Shadow of the Erdtree, is mounting as a leaked retailer listing for custom controllers suggests a potential release in February 2024. FromSoftware has been quiet about the DLC’s launch date, but the accidental leak from gaming retailer Datablitz reveals a Thrustmaster controller collaboration possibly tied to Shadow of the Erdtree's release. Director Yasuhiro Kitao hinted at "new battles and new characters," while the official announcement has set the community abuzz with speculations on the expansion’s content. Though FromSoftware skipped The Game Awards for any big reveal, the sudden and unceremonious DLC announcement earlier indicates that the February release, while unexpected, could be a possibility. While fans await more solid information, Elden Ring enthusiasts can revisit our comprehensive guides on the best gear and boss fight strategies, as well as explore game-enhancing mods to refresh their gaming experience.
When can we expect the Elden Ring expansion to release?The Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree expansion could potentially release in February 2024, as hinted by a now-removed retailer listing for a branded custom controller, though FromSoftware has not yet confirmed the date.
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Looks like the cat's out of the bag with that Thrustmaster leak—retailer slip-ups always get the rumor mill churning. It's the perfect storm for hype; if this means we're getting our hands on Shadow of the Erdtree by next February, the wait is gonna feel just as epic as the battles we're expecting.
Leaked listings and accidental reveals are the modern-day treasure maps for gaming enthusiasts, but until the X marks FromSoftware's official spot, it's best we keep our Great Runes at the ready for any date beyond mere speculation.
The hype train for Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdtree is full steam ahead, and if this Thrustmaster tie-in means we get to parry and thrust with custom controllers come February 2024, count me in for the ride – but I won't hold my breath just yet without the official word from the devs
Leaks and rumors often get the hype train chugging before official announcements, and if that Datablitz slip-up is any indicator, February 2024 could bring some fresh Elden Ring glory. Retailer leaks do have a track record but taking it with a grain of salt until FromSoftware confirms seems like the smart play—after all, patience is a virtue, especially in the lands between.