In an exciting update for fans eagerly awaiting the highly anticipated Elden Ring DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree, publisher Bandai Namco has issued a reminder that players must defeat a specific optional boss from the original game before they can access the upcoming expansion. With less than two weeks left until its release, time is running out for players to prepare themselves.

During a recent interview with Japanese magazine Famitsu, Elden Ring director Hidetaka Miyazaki disclosed that in order to unlock the entrance to the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, players must first triumph over Starscourge Radahn and the optional boss, Mohg, Lord of Blood. Miyazaki elaborated that the withered arm hanging from the cocoon in the Mohg boss fight area serves as the gateway to the new content.

In a tweet quote-tweeting streamer Cohh Carnage, Bandai Namco US highlighted the fact that a majority of Elden Ring players on the Steam platform, around 62%, are yet to conquer Mohg. This statistic is consistent across PlayStation and Xbox platforms, where approximately two-thirds of players have yet to face off against this challenging optional boss. It is worth noting that Mohg, Lord of Blood, may have been missed by players who focused solely on the main storyline of the game.

Fortunately, IGN has come to the rescue with a comprehensive guide on how to prepare for the Shadow of Erdtree DLC. This will be particularly useful for players who now have to scramble to defeat Mohg before the expansion's release later this month. Additionally, gamers are encouraged to consult IGN's Elden Ring interactive map to ensure they collect all important items and complete any outstanding quests.

As the release of Shadow of the Erdtree draws closer on June 21, the question remains: Are players ready to embark on this epic adventure? Some have already emerged triumphant after conquering both Starscourge Radahn and Mohg, Lord of Blood. However, for others, the battle against one or both of these formidable foes is still ahead. With the clock ticking, players must prepare themselves for the challenges that lie ahead and ensure they are well-equipped to dive into this highly anticipated DLC expansion.

For more information on Shadow of the Erdtree, be sure to check out IGN's impressions and read our 10/10 review of the base game. Additionally, don't miss the insightful Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree interview with director Hidetaka Miyazaki from earlier this year.