LONDON, England – FromSoftware’s highly anticipated update for Elden Ring has been released, bringing a host of new features to the game in preparation for the upcoming DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree. Patch 1.12 is set to enhance the gameplay experience for players as they await the expansion’s release on June 21.

Among the new additions in the update are inventory features that allow players to easily identify newly obtained items and review them in a new tab called Recent Items. Additionally, Summoning Pool features have been improved, with active Summoning Pools now carrying over to NG+ and the ability to enable/disable individual Summoning Pools in the Map Functions Menu.

Five new hairstyles have also been introduced to the game, providing players with more customization options during character creation. These hairstyles can be accessed using the Clouded Mirror Stand or Rennala’s Rebirth feature.

Shadow of the Erdtree promises to deliver a wealth of new content to Elden Ring, much like previous FromSoftware titles Dark Souls and Bloodborne. However, accessing the DLC requires players to complete certain challenges, such as defeating optional bosses, before they can dive into the new content.

For those looking to prepare for the Shadow of Erdtree DLC, IGN offers a helpful guide to ensure players are ready for the expansion’s release. Additionally, players can explore IGN’s interactive map for Elden Ring to ensure they don’t miss any important collectibles in the game world.

IGN’s review of Shadow of the Erdtree DLC has returned a perfect score of 10/10, praising the expansion for raising the bar for single-player DLC expansions and providing fans with new challenges to enjoy. With a compact 20-25 hour campaign, the DLC aims to engage players who are deeply invested in the Elden Ring universe.