U4GM - 7 Elden Ring Tips for Veteran Souls Players
Elden Ring continues FromSoftware’s tradition of brutal yet rewarding gameplay, but its open-world design brings fresh challenges even for seasoned Souls veterans. As someone who has logged hundreds of hours across Dark Souls, Bloodborne, and Sekiro, I quickly learned that Elden Ring Runes demands a new kind of strategy—one that combines old skills with fresh exploration instincts. Whether you're diving back into The Lands Between or stepping in for a new journey, here are seven personal tips to help you adapt quickly and make the most of your experience.
1. Respect the Open World—Don't Rush Forward
In classic Souls games, progression was mostly linear. Elden Ring flips this by offering a vast open world filled with hidden dungeons, optional bosses, and valuable rewards. As tempting as it is to head straight for legacy dungeons like Stormveil Castle, take time to explore Limgrave and surrounding areas. I missed out on several…