Elden Ring: All Locations in the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, Ranked
Elden Ring might have one of the most beautifully designed worlds of any game, and that extends to the DLC as well. While you could debate how many “locations” should be counted...
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Elden Ring might have one of the most beautifully designed worlds of any game, and that extends to the DLC as well. While you could debate how many “locations” should be counted...
We’ve already covered the best new weapons in the Elden Ring DLC, but what about armor? While not as many people are quick to get excited over new armor as weapons, there’s still a lot...
The Elden Ring DLC has been out for a couple weeks now, which of course means tons of new weapons to check out. And not only have we gotten new weapons, but also whole new types of weapons! This is...
If you’ve ever played a decent amount of Elden Ring, you’ll likely know that there is a LOT of content in the game. From the high amount of bosses to the many explorable locations, to...
Elden Ring is a game that has a LOT of weapons, from simple shortswords to powerful ballista. There’s a huge variety of unique weapons that you can use to flesh out your build. Some of the...
Elden Ring players tend to create their builds around one or two primary offensive attributes. The most common of these are Strength, Dexterity, Intelligence, and Faith. However, Arcane is a unique...
Ranged weapons play a more important role in the open world of Elden Ring than any previous FromSoftware title before. Light bows, while not the most powerful ranged weapons, offer a solid balance...
An important part of staying alive in the unforgiving Lands Between of Elden Ring is having a good defense. While armor is necessary, a solid shield can help slower builds mitigate damage from enemy...
When considering ranged combat options, most Elden Ring players will likely think of magic as their first choice. But for those who do not want to incorporate magic into their build, crossbows are a...
Playing as a boxing legend wasn’t what many players expected when jumping into Elden Ring for the first time. But those who have dabbled in using fist weapons in Elden Ring have found them to...
Whips have historically been pretty terrible in FromSoftware games. Luckily, Elden Ring gave them a much-needed overhaul, and they can now be some of the best weapons in the game. While they tend to...
Similar to Spears but with a little more oomph, Great Spears in Elden Ring tend to be heavier and more powerful than their regular counterparts. However, the greater power comes with slower speed...
Great Hammer is arguably the best class of “great” weapons in Elden Ring. They offer high damage potential with relatively low Strength requirements. Their two-handed attacks are much...
The medieval menace known as the flail is an underutilized weapon class. Taking on the appearance of a ball-and-chain attached to a handle, these weapons may seem clunky or difficult to use, but...
Long, slender, and perfect for puncturing enemies, thrusting swords make a complimentary weapon for a variety of build types. Intelligence builds are well suited for using thrusting swords, as they...
Twinblades are an interesting class of weapon in Elden Ring. They don’t have the highest damage output, or the longest range. But what they lack in those departments, they make up for with...
An often-overlooked class of weapons, the halberds in Elden Ring are some of the most useful weapons in the game. They tend to favor a balanced play style, offering a middle ground between damage...
With their long reach and light weight, spears are excellent for keeping enemies at a distance while dishing out consistent damage. Although typically wielded with both hands, spears are also great...
Whether you’re hitting nails or hitting enemies, you’ll need a good hammer. Luckily, Elden Ring has you covered. Hammers in Elden Ring are not the most conventional looking weapons, but...
The curved sword is the choice for many players looking for a fast, light, reliable weapon. As opposed to their straight counterparts, the best curved swords tend to fit best in Dexterity-centric...
Amongst all of Elden Ring’s massive weapons, colossal weapons are the biggest and most diverse category. Separate from colossal swords, this category consists of weapons that don’t share...
In a sea of heavy weapons, the best greataxes in Elden Ring are standouts for their long reach, heavy hits, and customizability. They favor Strength builds, requiring high Strength investments to...
A surprisingly versatile class of weapons in Elden Ring, daggers offer players a fast way to get hits on enemies, dish out damage, and inflict a variety of status effects. Typically thought of as...
While not the flashiest weapons, axes in Elden Ring are powerful and fast. Great for Strength builds, these weapons tend to offer a variety of play styles from fast hacks to wide swings. Axes are...
The katana is the perfect weapon to fulfill your samurai fantasies in the Lands Between. Fans of fast, agile gameplay will naturally gravitate toward the katana when starting Elden Ring, as they...
Unapologetically oversized, colossal swords are massive in both size and power. These Elden Ring weapons often overshadow the player themself with their size. If you want to use some of the hardest...
As their name implies, curved greatswords are very similar to their non-curved counterparts. They’re still large swords that deal heavy damage at the cost of mobility, so the main difference...
Even within Elden Ring’s plethora of weapons, you can still find the humble straight sword. These bread-and-butter weapons may seem unassuming at first, but upon closer inspection,...
Magic usage is very popular among Elden Ring players. There are a wide variety of spells to cast, Incantations to chant, and Sorceries to summon. There are a multitude of Sorceries in Elden Ring....
Hard-hitting but slow-moving, Greatswords have been a staple of FromSoftware games since the original Dark Souls. Many players find themselves drawn to these weapons for their ability to deal heavy...