Elden Ring DLC Revives A Key FromSoft Feature That's Perfect For The Next Souls Game

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Although many expansions treat players to more of the same, adds many new mechanics to fundamentally change how people can approach the game. Of course, this doesn't mean the tried and true method of jump attacking with a massive hammer won't continue to work. Still, for those looking for a new approach to deal with the DLC's crushing difficulty, has them covered.

Jump attacks are especially effective as the jump allows players to dodge attacks while unleashing a powerful blow. It is particularly potent with large, strength weapons.

From entirely new move sets to a vertical level design philosophy, 's map has added plenty, while ensuring that help from the base game, like the Mimic Tear, can be buffed with new items. Some of these new mechanics seem to have been inspired by other FromSoftware titles. One of the most exciting (and most fun) seems to havecome right out of, adding a deflection and perfect block system that helps with the flow of combat while allowing players to make the most out of the Guard Counter feature.

Getting the Light Greatsword that formally belonged to Leda in the Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree DLC is a bit more challenging than expected.

is the closest to the series with its combat, but has some incredibly fast and aggressive bosses that sometimes feel like they belong in a quicker game, like or. Thankfully, offers some help in this regard with Spirit Ash and Ashes of War. added even more, specifically the Deflecting Hardtear, which gives players the ability to perfect block and deflect with both shields and weapons.

If players want some help with parrying, the Golden Parry Ash of War gives players a bigger hit box for parrying.

Players can now block without taking damage with both shields and weapons, and if the timing is right, they will also use less stamina. Unfortunately, the mechanic is temporary, as the Deflecting Hardtear must be mixed in the Flask of Wondrous Physick and then consumed to work. Thankfully, the buff will last