Summary
FromSoftware has releasedElden Ringupdate 1.12 in preparation for the highly anticipatedShadow of the ErdtreeDLC, introducing a plethora of new features, weapon adjustments, and more. Additionally, thisElden Ringupdate includes crucial bug fixes aimed at ensuring a smoother launch for the upcoming expansion.
Elden Ringis an action RPG by FromSoftware, set in a vast world where players, known as the Tarnished, embark on a quest to restore the shattered Elden Ring. Known for its challenging combat, deep lore, and expansive open-world exploration, the game is set to receive amajor expansion titledElden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, scheduled for release on June 21.
The primary highlight ofElden Ringupdate 1.12 is its support for theShadow of the ErdtreeDLC. This major expansion will bring new areas, weapons, bosses, and quests. Additionally,Shadow of the Erdtreewill further expand theElden Ringlore. Players will delve deeper into the game’s narrative and face new challenges. In addition to DLC support, the update introduces several new features to enhance the game’s interface and player experience. Five new hairstyles have been added, which can be selected during character creation or changed later using the Clouded Mirror Stand or Rennala’s Rebirth feature.
Moreover, the map menu now includes a “Map Functions Menu" to streamline navigation, and the summoning pool mechanics have been refined for better functionality across New Game Plus cycles. The inventory system also sees improvements, with newly obtained items marked with an exclamation point and a new “Recent Items” tab to review recent acquisitions. Additionally, a fan-requested feature has been added, allowing players to summon their spectral steed Torrent duringElden Ring’s intense Elden Beast boss battle.
PvP enthusiasts will notice significant balance adjustments, aimed at fine-tuning the competitive aspect of the game without affecting single-player or cooperative play. Poise damage for various weapons has been adjusted, with increases for heavy weapons like Greatswords and decreases for lighter weapons like Daggers and Katanas. The damage of certainElden Ringdual-wield attackshas been reduced, and several skills and incantations have been balanced to ensure fairer combat encounters. In addition, general balance adjustments affect both PvE and PvP gameplay. These include increased Dexterity scaling for weapons with Ashes of War, faster attack speeds for certain weapons, and adjustments to stamina consumption and poise generation for various combat actions.
Bug fixes are a crucial part of this update, addressing numerous issues to improve the overall stability and playability ofElden Ring. These fixes include adjustments to menu input speeds to prevent accidental skips, corrections to weapon characteristics against mounted enemies, and improvements to multiplayer stability. As players prepare for theShadow of the Erdtreelaunch, update 1.12 ensures thatElden Ringremains a polished and engaging experience.
New feature
If “Include Distant Areas” is selected when using the Small Golden Effigy, summoning pools within the Mohgwyn Palace will not be selected for summoning, even if you have activated them.
If you are within the Moghwyn Palace and select “Nearby Only” when using the Small Golden Effigy, you will be able to be summoned within the area.
PvP-exclusive balance adjustments
The adjustments in this section do not affect single-player or cooperative play.
Decreased damage and poise damage.
Decreased poise damage.
General balance adjustments
The adjustments in this section affect both PvE and PvP aspects of the game.
Increased damage.
Ripple Blade
Decreased the status buildup enhancement that scales with the Arcane attribute.
Increased the speed of crouching attacks.
Ripple Crescent Halberd
Increased the poise amount when using this skill.
Spinning Slash
Decreased the status buildup of your weapon when using this skill.
Strong shot
Removed the fire’s knocking down effect.
Moonlight Greatsword
Increased the poise damage of heavy and charged attacks, but decreased the poise damage of the generated magic wave.
I Command Thee, Kneel!
Increased the poise value during the active part of the Skill.
Increased damage and poise damage.
Bug Fixes
Steam-only adjustments
Note: If you have created save data before this update, your layout will not be affected.
Fixed a bug where the mouse cursor would blink in the title menu, causing the game to be unstable under certain circumstances.
Fixed a bug where a submenu with no items would be displayed after a right click during the tutorial.
The version number of this update shown at the lower right corner of the Title Screen will be as follows:
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ELDEN RING, developed by FromSoftware, Inc. and BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc., is a fantasy action-RPG adventure set within a world created by Hidetaka Miyazaki and George R.R. Martin. Danger and discovery lurk around every corner in FromSoftware’s largest game to date. Hidetaka Miyazaki - President and Game Director of FromSoftware Inc. Known for directing critically-acclaimed games in beloved franchises including Armored Core and Dark Souls.George R.R. Martin is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of many novels, including the acclaimed series A Song of Ice and Fire - A Game of Thrones, A Clash of Kings, A Storm of Swords, A Feast For Crows, and A Dance with Dragons. As a writer-producer, he has worked on The Twilight Zone, Beauty and the Beast, and various feature films and pilots that were never made. He lives with the lovely Parris in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
