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FromSoftware producer Yasuhiro Kitao has shared a new image from the highly anticipatedElden RingDLC,Shadow of the Erdtree, that resembles Yharnam city fromBloodborne. Kitao reappeared on social media after a three-month hiatus and dropped this new image, sparking speculation amongElden Ringfans.
Elden Ringis an action role-playing game developed by FromSoftware. It features an expansive open world, rich with lore, created in collaboration with renowned fantasy novelist George R.R. Martin. The game combines challenging combat, intricate world-building, and dark fantasy elements, offering players deep exploration and strategic battles.Elden Ringhas garnered several awardsfor its immersive and engaging gameplay, and the journey is far from over; anElden RingDLC calledShadow of the Erdtreeis set to be released on July 17, 2025. This expansion promises to further expand the world and introduce new challenges for players to explore and conquer.
Elden Ringproducer Yasuhiro Kitao shared theShadow of the Erdtreeimage without any caption or explanation. It depicts a dark, eerie interior of what looks like a grand cathedral or castle hall. The setting is dimly lit, with light sources primarily from small, scattered candles and glowing fixtures hanging from the high ceiling. The architecture in the background is Gothic, with tall, pointed arches and windows, adding to the haunting and somber atmosphere. The ambiguity of the image has led some fans toonce again speculate that thisElden Ringimage could be related toBloodborne, as it resembles Yharnam city.
Yharnam, characterized by its Gothic architecture and dark, atmospheric setting, is a central location inBloodborne.WithinBloodborne’s lore, the city has become a cursed place where a mysterious blood-borne plague has transformed many of its inhabitants into monstrous creatures. The city is steeped in horror and madness, drawing inspiration from Victorian-era aesthetics and Lovecraftian themes. This whole setting is what players seem to recall when viewing the image shared by Kitao.
Comparisons Between Elden Ring and Bloodborne
Comparisons between the two games are not new. Recently, a new enemy was revealed forElden Ring’s DLC, and fans quickly noticed similarities to a foe fromBloodborne. This comparison highlights the interconnected aesthetic between the two games, suggesting thatmany elements fromBloodbornewould seamlessly fit intoElden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree.
Yasuhiro Kitao’s cryptic tease has certainly fueled excitement, leaving the community theorizing about what awaits them in the upcomingElden Ringchapter. As anticipation builds, fans are eagerly awaiting June 21 to see more ofShadow of the Erdtree.
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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.
