Our Take
The Shadow of the Erdtree Edition bundles the base Elden Ring game for PS5 with its substantial expansion, Shadow of the Erdtree, in a single physical package. Aimed at newcomers who missed the original release and returning players wanting everything in one box, it sits at the premium end of the action-RPG market.
Key Features
Includes full base game Elden Ring (PS5 version with performance and quality graphics modes)
Bundles the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, the sole expansion released for the game
Shadow of the Erdtree adds a sizeable new region, the Shadow Realm, with new bosses, weapons, and story content
PS5 version supports DualSense haptic feedback and adaptive triggers
Physical disc format with DLC access code or included on disc (edition may vary by retailer)
From Software developed; published by Bandai Namco
Our Verdict
An excellent purchase for anyone yet to experience Elden Ring on PS5, or for lapsed players wanting the complete package tidily. If you already own the base game digitally, buying this physical bundle makes little financial sense. Purely casual or newcomer players should be honest with themselves about the demanding difficulty before committing.