Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree early patch notes – Inventory, Summoning Pool changes, more
FromSoftware has announced an Elden Ring update releasing on July 06, 2025 alongside the long-awaited Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, and there’s a lot more than just new content in store.
Elden Ring players are preparing to return to the Lands Between for theShadow of the ErdtreeDLC, which looks to be amassive expansionthat adds new bosses, story content,weapons, and more.
Ahead of the expansion’s July 02, 2025 launch, developer FromSoftware has shared some details on a game update, which will make changes to the base game and serve as a Day One patch for Shadow of the Erdtree. Here’s what it includes.
Elden Ring’s next patch makes helpful inventory and Summoning Pool changes
FromSoftware announced the patch in a Twitter/Xpost, revealing that it will include bug fixes and balancing changes along with some new features, not all of which have been announced yet.
This includes two changes to Elden Ring’s inventory to make it easier to see and use items you just picked up:
There are also some new Summoning Pool features:
Additionally, the update will add five new hairstyles, which players can select during character creation orwhile playing the game.
The devs also teased that additional features not detailed here will be included in the update.
As for when to expect the update, Elden Ring’s servers will undergo maintenance to apply the update on June 20 from 07:00 to 10:00 UTC.
While you wait for Shadow of the Erdtree and the base game update that accompanies it, check out the rest of our Elden Ring coverage, including our guide onthe best Spirit Ashes, and learnhow experienced players are helping others preparefor the expansion.
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