FromSoftware's Elden Ring boasts a number of hidden features, like a particular weather effect that grants a subtle buff. The open-world epic takes players to The Lands Between, an expansive fantasy world teeming with excitement and discovery. While Elden Ring strives to be more accessible than its predecessors, the action role-playing adventure is still filled to the brim with secrets to uncover.
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A brand-new Elden Ring secret, discovered by popular soulslike YouTuber Iron Pineapple, can apparently earn players an increased number of Runes. The open world of The Lands Between features a full day-night cycle and weather effects which influence enemy behavior and grant the player advantages or disadvantages. A seemingly random weather effect sees golden leaves fall from Elden Ring's sky at night, and Iron Pineapple has revealed that players earn more Runes for each foe they kill while this is happening. While the feature is not officially mentioned in the game, the YouTuber's history with FromSoftware games means he likely did his research.
Along with exciting secrets to uncover and ruthless foes to vanquish, Elden Ring's open world features weather and a day-night cycle for added immersion. The in-game time affects enemy behavior, with nocturnal monsters resting during the day and becoming hostile at night. Weather effects can also affect combat, as revealed by Iron Pineapple, with rain decreasing fire damage but increasing lightning damage. Players can even the time at Sites of Grace, allowing them to build strategies around time and weather.
Elden Ring only just released on February 25, so players are constantly discovering never-before-seen features and details across The Lands Between. The gorgeous open world is bursting with breathtaking scenery and terrifying enemies, and the environment has a tangible effect on the experience. Golden leaves falling from the sky create a beautiful scene, and this event also allows players to earn more Runes per kill.
Elden Ring is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S and PC.
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