A boss fight, you might ask?
Nope - this was just a regular enemy.
But more than that, Shadow of the Erdtree feels like a FromSoftware greatest hits album.
And honestly, what else could you want from an Elden Ring DLC than more of the good stuff?
All manners of Death wash up here, only to be suppressed."
Thinking of peeking behind a waterfall?
Prepare for a sword to the face.
Exploring the downstairs basement?
Enjoy a sewer full of insect people.
When it’s swivelling around above you, it can be particularly tricky to anticipate its next attack.
There’s also just something verycatharticabout giving Elden Ring’s enemies a good punch.
The defining memory of my preview session was, in fact, an unexpected adventure into a secret dungeon.
It was absolutely disgusting, and I loved it.
There are few games that can conjure up a feeling of such vast mystery and potential.
And, of course, being stomped on once again.
You’ve got to be realistic about these things.
This preview is based on a press trip to Paris.
Bandai Namco covered travel and accomodation.
