Highlights
- Nostalgia arrives with Dark Souls 2's Bone Fist making a comeback in Elden Ring's new DLC trailer.
- Fans are hyped for proper hand-to-hand combat mechanics, rekindling memories of the beloved dropkick attack.
- The return of martial arts builds has fans speculating and strategizing for the new dynamics in Elden Ring gameplay.
Fans have discovered a throwback to Dark Souls 2 in Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdtree DLC trailer which many might have missed. From new enemies to a brand new map, the new expansion trailer promises a lot to Elden Ring fans, but amid that, some are more excited about a much-requested feature making its return to the Soulsborne genre.
Dark Souls 2 is by far one of the most, if not the most polarizing game in gaming history. While some really appreciate its revamped take on the Soulsborne genre, others aren't quite receptive to its departure from the core premise of its predecessor. However, when it comes to the DLC, the case was totally different, as it was widely acclaimed by the community. Despite the conflicting opinions, there were several mechanics in Dark Souls 2 that players wanted in subsequent titles. It seems like that is going to turn into reality pretty soon.
Elden Ring 2 Not in FromSoftware's Current Plans
While discussing Elden Ring and upcoming DLC, director Hidetaka Miyazaki reveals that there are currently no plans for an Elden Ring 2.
Right around the 1:55 timeframe, Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdtree DLC trailer showcases an entirely new mechanic — proper hand-to-hand combat. While there are several fist weapons in Elden Ring such as the Star Fist and Caestus, they couldn't really come close to what Dark Souls 2's Bone Fist could pull off. However, in the trailer, players have spotted a dropkick animation, which will most likely be in the form of an Ashes of War.
Elden Ring Fans Strategizing Martial Art Builds After Shadow of the Erdtree DLC's Trailer
The dropkick has been one of the most popular attacks in Dark Souls 2, which can be performed using the Bone Fist in the Crown of the Ivory King DLC. While players were eagerly expecting its comeback in Dark Souls 3 and Elden Ring, their dreams of turning the Souls arenas into martial arts clubs never came into reality again. However, it seems like FromSoftware has been actively paying attention to the community's demands, and is finally bringing back the dropkick attack.
Fans are quite elated to see their favorite mechanic making a return, with many already planning their "Kung-Fu builds." Some are also speculating what attribute the attack will scale with, hoping for it to complement their Faith builds in Elden Ring. Not to forget, many are eagerly anticipating the return of the iconic "Hadouken/Kamehameha" attack associated with the Bone Fist as well. That being said, some fans are a bit skeptical about its inclusion, considering that fist weapons haven't really been that effective in the genre apart from Dark Souls 2. While it surely adds a completely new dynamic to the gameplay, players are hoping that it is implemented in a way that is not only fun but also a viable option for both the PvP and PvE aspects of the game.
Elden Ring
Elden Ring is a fantasy action-RPG adventure set in a world co-created by Hidetaka Miyazaki, the creator of the influential Dark Souls video game series, and George R.R. Martin, the author of the best-selling fantasy series A Song of Ice and Fire. This collaboration between two renowned creators has resulted in FromSoftware's largest game to date, filled with danger and discovery at every turn. Hidetaka Miyazaki, president and game director of FromSoftware, has a history of directing highly acclaimed games in franchises such as Armored Core and Dark Souls.
- Released
- February 25, 2022
- Developer(s)
- From Software
- Publisher(s)
- Bandai Namco Entertainment , From Software
