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What level should you be for Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree?Here’s the recommended level for Shadow of the Erdtree

Here’s the recommended level for Shadow of the Erdtree

Image credit:Bandai Namco

Image credit:Bandai Namco

A tarnished hoists a spear at some gravebirds while on Torrentback in Elden Ring Shadow Of The Erdtree.

What recommended level should you be for Elden Ring’s DLC?Elden Ring’s gargantuanShadow Of The ErdtreeDLC makes an already grand game even grander with another 100 hours of playtime and an expansive map designed to put veteran Tarnished to the test.Whether you’ve just begun your quest in the Lands Between or are itching to enter the Shadow Realm, we’ve put together this guide answering the frequently asked question: what character level do you need to reach in order to play Shadow Of The Erdtree? And how much does level even matter in the DLC? We’ll answer both of these questions below in our guide on therecommended level for Shadow Of The Erdtree.To see this content please enable targeting cookies.Manage cookie settingsRecommended level for Shadow Of The ErdtreeThe recommended level for Elden Ring’s Shadow Of The Erdtree DLC is 120-150.However, you don’tneedto be a certain level in order to access the DLC. As you’ll know from our guide onhow to start the Elden Ring DLC, there are two prerequisites for beginning Shadow Of The Erdtree: beatRadahnand beatMohg. OurElden Ring area order guiderecommends you reach at least Level 120 before tacklingMohgwyn Palace, butif you can beat Mohg then you’re probably in a good position to start Shadow Of The Erdtree.To start Shadow Of The Erdtree, you must first defeat Mohg, Lord Of Blood, and touch the withered arm in the cocoon on his throne. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Bandai NamcoThat said, your character level is not as important in Shadow Of The Erdtree as it is in the base game. Instead of solely relying on levels, your Tarnished must collectScadutree FragmentsandRevered Spirit Ashesto become stronger in the DLC. These resources are scattered across the map, and you can combine them intoShadow Realm Blessingsat Sites Of Grace to increase your overall attack power and defence. See ourShadow Realm Blessing guidefor more information.In other words, even if you begin the DLC at Level 150 or higher, you’ll still have a tough time if you don’t collectScadutree FragmentsandRevered Spirit Ashes. Likewise, even if you begin the DLC at Level 120 or lower, you can still have a fighting chance as long as you prioritise collecting Scadutree Blessings to increase your attack and defence.So to summarise:We recommend you start the Elden Ring DLC at level 120-150, but if you can beat Mohg then you’re likely ready for the Shadow Realm.Don’t collect any Scadutree Fragments and Revered Spirit Ashes for an extreme challenge.Collect Scadutree Fragments and Revered Spirit Ashes as you see them for a balanced experience.Hunt down every Scadutree Fragment and Revered Spirit Ash for a more forgiving experience.That wraps up our guide on what level you should aim to be for Elden Ring’s DLC. If you’re just getting your feet wet in the Lands of Shadow, check out our guide onwhat to do first in Shadow of the Erdtree, or our guide on thefastest way to reach Shadow of the Erdtree’s starting point. For those working their way through the base game, consult ourElden Ring walkthroughand ourElden Ring beginner’s guide. Or, for a recap of the story and everything you may have missed, check out ourElden Ring lore and story explainer.

What recommended level should you be for Elden Ring’s DLC?Elden Ring’s gargantuanShadow Of The ErdtreeDLC makes an already grand game even grander with another 100 hours of playtime and an expansive map designed to put veteran Tarnished to the test.Whether you’ve just begun your quest in the Lands Between or are itching to enter the Shadow Realm, we’ve put together this guide answering the frequently asked question: what character level do you need to reach in order to play Shadow Of The Erdtree? And how much does level even matter in the DLC? We’ll answer both of these questions below in our guide on therecommended level for Shadow Of The Erdtree.To see this content please enable targeting cookies.Manage cookie settingsRecommended level for Shadow Of The ErdtreeThe recommended level for Elden Ring’s Shadow Of The Erdtree DLC is 120-150.However, you don’tneedto be a certain level in order to access the DLC. As you’ll know from our guide onhow to start the Elden Ring DLC, there are two prerequisites for beginning Shadow Of The Erdtree: beatRadahnand beatMohg. OurElden Ring area order guiderecommends you reach at least Level 120 before tacklingMohgwyn Palace, butif you can beat Mohg then you’re probably in a good position to start Shadow Of The Erdtree.To start Shadow Of The Erdtree, you must first defeat Mohg, Lord Of Blood, and touch the withered arm in the cocoon on his throne. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Bandai NamcoThat said, your character level is not as important in Shadow Of The Erdtree as it is in the base game. Instead of solely relying on levels, your Tarnished must collectScadutree FragmentsandRevered Spirit Ashesto become stronger in the DLC. These resources are scattered across the map, and you can combine them intoShadow Realm Blessingsat Sites Of Grace to increase your overall attack power and defence. See ourShadow Realm Blessing guidefor more information.In other words, even if you begin the DLC at Level 150 or higher, you’ll still have a tough time if you don’t collectScadutree FragmentsandRevered Spirit Ashes. Likewise, even if you begin the DLC at Level 120 or lower, you can still have a fighting chance as long as you prioritise collecting Scadutree Blessings to increase your attack and defence.So to summarise:We recommend you start the Elden Ring DLC at level 120-150, but if you can beat Mohg then you’re likely ready for the Shadow Realm.Don’t collect any Scadutree Fragments and Revered Spirit Ashes for an extreme challenge.Collect Scadutree Fragments and Revered Spirit Ashes as you see them for a balanced experience.Hunt down every Scadutree Fragment and Revered Spirit Ash for a more forgiving experience.That wraps up our guide on what level you should aim to be for Elden Ring’s DLC. If you’re just getting your feet wet in the Lands of Shadow, check out our guide onwhat to do first in Shadow of the Erdtree, or our guide on thefastest way to reach Shadow of the Erdtree’s starting point. For those working their way through the base game, consult ourElden Ring walkthroughand ourElden Ring beginner’s guide. Or, for a recap of the story and everything you may have missed, check out ourElden Ring lore and story explainer.

What recommended level should you be for Elden Ring’s DLC?Elden Ring’s gargantuanShadow Of The ErdtreeDLC makes an already grand game even grander with another 100 hours of playtime and an expansive map designed to put veteran Tarnished to the test.

Whether you’ve just begun your quest in the Lands Between or are itching to enter the Shadow Realm, we’ve put together this guide answering the frequently asked question: what character level do you need to reach in order to play Shadow Of The Erdtree? And how much does level even matter in the DLC? We’ll answer both of these questions below in our guide on therecommended level for Shadow Of The Erdtree.

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The recommended level for Elden Ring’s Shadow Of The Erdtree DLC is 120-150.

However, you don’tneedto be a certain level in order to access the DLC. As you’ll know from our guide onhow to start the Elden Ring DLC, there are two prerequisites for beginning Shadow Of The Erdtree: beatRadahnand beatMohg. OurElden Ring area order guiderecommends you reach at least Level 120 before tacklingMohgwyn Palace, butif you can beat Mohg then you’re probably in a good position to start Shadow Of The Erdtree.

To start Shadow Of The Erdtree, you must first defeat Mohg, Lord Of Blood, and touch the withered arm in the cocoon on his throne. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Bandai Namco

A close-up of a withered hand hanging from the cocoon in Mohg’s arena in the Shadow Of The Erdtree trailer.

That said, your character level is not as important in Shadow Of The Erdtree as it is in the base game. Instead of solely relying on levels, your Tarnished must collectScadutree FragmentsandRevered Spirit Ashesto become stronger in the DLC. These resources are scattered across the map, and you can combine them intoShadow Realm Blessingsat Sites Of Grace to increase your overall attack power and defence. See ourShadow Realm Blessing guidefor more information.

In other words, even if you begin the DLC at Level 150 or higher, you’ll still have a tough time if you don’t collectScadutree FragmentsandRevered Spirit Ashes. Likewise, even if you begin the DLC at Level 120 or lower, you can still have a fighting chance as long as you prioritise collecting Scadutree Blessings to increase your attack and defence.

So to summarise:

That wraps up our guide on what level you should aim to be for Elden Ring’s DLC. If you’re just getting your feet wet in the Lands of Shadow, check out our guide onwhat to do first in Shadow of the Erdtree, or our guide on thefastest way to reach Shadow of the Erdtree’s starting point. For those working their way through the base game, consult ourElden Ring walkthroughand ourElden Ring beginner’s guide. Or, for a recap of the story and everything you may have missed, check out ourElden Ring lore and story explainer.