Patch 1.08 is now live in Elden Ring; this patch brings balance changes to PvE and PvP, as well as the Colosseum PvP arenas. TheColosseumshave to be opened to access the PvP Arenas. However, there is an extensive patch list of changes to the game. Here are the biggest changes in Elden Ring patch 1.08.
What is the new content for Elden Ring in Patch 1.08?
Patch 1.08 has brought new content to Elden Ring. This DLC brings Player versus Player features and cosmetic options. The new content is:
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How to start Arena mode in Elden Ring
With this update, the three Colosseums linked to the PvP arena mode were added to Elden Ring. To start using the arena mode, you must travel to each Colosseum and open the doors. PvP matches can be started from the Colosseums or the Roundtable Hold. At the Roundtable Hold, a Marika statue was added next to the fireplace. The statue can be interacted with to start a match in any of the three Colosseums.
What are the biggest balance changes for Elden Ring in Patch 1.08?
From Software has released fullpatch notesfor patch 1.08. Several general balance changes affect PvP and PvE, as well as PvP-exclusive changes. The primary focus for this patch seems to have been adjusting the poise damage of several weapon classes. The biggest changes are:
Does poise damage matter in Elden Ring?
Poise is the degree to which you canresist collapsing under enemy attacks. Having a higher poise will allow you to continue an attack animation through an enemy attack. Weapons with high poise damage have a higher chance of preventing this from happening. The PvP-exclusive changes to reduce the poise damage of several common weapon classes will make it easier to continue attacking through enemy attacks.
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