Are you eagerly awaiting the release of Elden Ring? If so, you’ve come to the right place. This article will give you tips for pre-loading, the game’s multiplayer, and how to defeat the infamous monsters and dungeon bosses. But before you get ahead of the curve, you need to know the basics. We’ll cover how to play in the first hour and how to avoid pre-loading issues.

Pre-loading

Pre-loading Elden Ring has become easy, thanks to PlayStation Store. Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and Xbox Series X owners can now pre-load the game ahead of time. PlayStation 5 owners can do the same a little bit closer to the game’s release date. For now, the PlayStation Store is open and you can purchase a copy of the game for your system. If you’ve recently purchased the game, it’s best to update your payment and delivery information.

If you’re not looking for a digital version, you can still pre-load it via Steam, which gives you access to the game’s Day One update, along with an early-access special emote. Pre-loading the game starts a few hours before it actually hits store shelves. You can also get a manual-esque adventure guide by purchasing a copy before the game’s release date.

Co-op gameplay

If you’ve been looking for an RPG that offers co-op gameplay, Elden Ring might be the game for you. As the host of an Elden Ring party, you’ll be able to summon other players into the game, helping you in combat or exploring. The guests take on the form of guardian spirits and interact with the world in limited ways. While they can interact with enemies, they can’t progress in quests or rest in Sites of Grace.

In addition to the co-op mode, you can also use the Elden Ring to craft items and consumables. These items can include the Exalted Flesh, a cured meat that temporarily increases physical attack stat. In the game’s trailer, stealth was mentioned as a tactic. Another highlight of the game is its strong focus on cooperative gameplay. Players can explore the game’s world together or split up to tackle difficult areas.

Monsters

If you’ve played a Souls game, you’ll know how much you love it. While Elden Ring follows the same formula, it strays far from it in key ways. There is no obligation to enjoy this game; just like you’re not required to like anything else. After a couple of weeks, you’ll probably move on to something else. Fortunately, there are still a few things that you can do to improve your chances of loving the game as much as we do.

If you’re looking to make your life easier, try using the new counterattack. Your new counterattack will open up the enemy’s attack, giving you an opportunity to deal massive damage. If you’re new to the game, make sure to use shields and tap the heavy attack button after you block an enemy’s strike. This will stagger them, and your frontal backstab will one-shot them.

Dungeon bosses

There are a few ways to get a head start on the dungeon bosses in Elder Ring. First, there’s the Grafted Scion, a very tough and threatening monster that’s meant to kill you in one swing. You must have the Imbued Sword Key to defeat this boss, which can be found on the third highest of the Four Belfries on the west coast of Liurnia Of The Lakes. Be aware that the Scion has many hands and uses long sword combos, so your best bet is to use a large shield to soak his blows and time your dodges.

Another way to get a head start in the game is to conquer Castle Morne. You can do this by starting the game in the south and completing a quest from a special NPC. Often, players struggle to progress past the main quest, so this is an ideal way to find new paths. FromSoftware puts a lot of effort into designing their bosses, and you’ll be rewarded for it.

Streaming

Streaming is one of the best ways to play Elder Ring, a game with complex lore and a wide variety of content. The game is so large that it would take most people at least 70 hours to finish the main plotline. This is just scratching the surface. To get a sense of how vast the game really is, multiple replays of the game are required. In addition to watching the game, you can also ask other players for help.

Elden Ring is available on numerous streaming services, and has even gained its share of popularity. Elden Ring is currently the sixth most watched game on these platforms, above Minecraft, Garena Free Fire, and CS:GO. Its 226 million hours played are a record, and it trails only Grand Theft Auto V, which has over 534 million streams. This means that there is plenty of room for Elden Ring on the streaming service.