FromSoftware's latest Elden Ring expansion, Shadow the Erdtree, is set to feature the toughest bosses the developer has ever created. Game director Hidetaka Miyazaki emphasized that toning down the difficulty would "break the game itself" as the sense of achievement from overcoming challenges is integral to the experience. Despite calls for easier modes, FromSoftware aims to continuously push players to their limits. Shadow the Erdtree introduces bosses that push players' limits, with an optional boss required to access the expansion. Even entering the expansion is a challenge in itself. With its release today, June 21, 2024, players can expect an intense and rewarding gameplay experience. IGN's 10/10 review heralds Shadow the Erdtree as a groundbreaking single-player expansion that builds upon the base game's success. It offers new weapons, quest lines, and formidable bosses to provide a satisfyingly challenging experience for fans.