Tarnished explorers, brace yourselves! The Lands Between may soon see the rise of a new expansion Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree. While FromSoftware remains tight-lipped, hidden whispers amidst the SteamDB data suggest the expansion might be closer than we think.
Deep Dive into SteamDB Reveals QA Phase:
Delving into Elden Ring’s SteamDB unveils intriguing clues. Strings like “qa-release” and “dev-debug” point towards the expansion being in the Quality Assurance (QA) phase. This indicates thorough testing and bug fixing before launch.
Hints of a Playable Demo?
Further intrigue arises with the presence of “pd-1” in some areas. Could this stand for “Playable Demo”? While unconfirmed, it fuels speculation for a potential pre-release demo, allowing players to glimpse the new content.
January’s Whispers and Growing Anticipation:
Back in January, Elden Ring’s SteamDB sparked rumors with DLC-related lines. Though unofficially confirmed, this adds to the growing excitement surrounding the expansion.
February: Anniversary and Unveiling Rumors:
Remember, Shadow of the Erdtree’s announcement occurred in February 2023. Whispers abound that FromSoftware may have something special planned for this February, perhaps coinciding with Elden Ring’s anniversary on February 25th.
Leaked Collaboration Adds Fuel to the Fire:
Late last year, leaks hinting at a collaboration between Elden Ring and controller designer Thrustmaster emerged. More importantly, the leaks suggested a new controller themed around the expansion, timed for its release. Interestingly, Thrustmaster’s online store mysteriously vanished after these leaks surfaced.
While official confirmation remains elusive, the evidence mounts. The QA phase, potential demo hints, and anniversary speculations paint a compelling picture of Shadow of the Erdtree’s imminent arrival. Keep your eyes peeled, Tarnished, for an official announcement might be just around the corner!
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