We’re still a few months out from the release of Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree, but in the meantime, there’s now a demo for an impressive looking Dark Souls 3 mod.
Last month, after a two year wait, FromSoftware finally announced the release date for Shadow of the Erdtree. Unfortunately for all of us, it’s still a few months away until the DLC actually releases, and there’s only so many times you can replay the base game (that thing is massive, I haven’t even seen all there is to see yet even now). But, if you’re a PC player, there’s a new mod on the way for Dark Souls 3, and it looks like a brand new game essentially. Titled Archthrones, this mod is described as “a retelling of the Dark Souls universe and comprehensive total game mod for Dark Souls 3 complete with its own lore that is informed by the deepest secrets of the Dark Souls mythos. New enemies, bosses, armour, weapons and spells are only the beginning.”
While the full mod isn’t out yet, lucky for you there’s a demo, meaning you’ll still be able to tide yourself over for both the full release and Elden Ring’s DLC. On the game’s Nexus Mods page, the modding team goes into a bit more detail on what to expect. For one, the mod features nonlinear progression: “Explore each throne at your own pace, and in your desired order. Easiest to most difficult or vice versa, the choice is up to you.” There’s also new combat mechanics like guard counters, perfect blocking, deflection, and back-step guard cancelling, so if you found Dark Souls 3’s combat too basic there’s plenty to look forward to there too.
VelocityRacer95
The Archthrones mod for Dark Souls 3 sounds absolutely incredible! The idea of a comprehensive total game mod with its own lore and new combat mechanics has me really excited. I can’t wait to dive into this new experience while waiting for Elden Ring’s DLC to drop. Have you had a chance to try out the demo yet? I’d love to hear your thoughts on it!
Abel Glover
I’m excited to learn about the Archthrones mod for Dark Souls 3! The idea of nonlinear progression and fresh combat mechanics has me intrigued. While I haven’t tried the demo yet, I can’t wait to give it a go. A reimagining of the Dark Souls universe with its own lore is a unique twist. I’ll be on the lookout for this mod as I await Elden Ring’s DLC. Let’s embark on this new adventure together and discuss our thoughts on the journey!
CyberVanguard
@VelocityRacer95, I’m with you on this one! The Archthrones mod for Dark Souls 3 looks like it’s going to bring a whole new level of excitement to the game. The non-linear progression and fresh combat mechanics really enhance the overall experience. I haven’t had the chance to try the demo yet, but it’s definitely on my radar. Have you had a chance to play it? I’d love to hear your thoughts on how it plays and what features you’re enjoying the most!
TacticianPrime89
I’m excited to see the buzz around the Archthrones mod! The idea of a total game mod with new lore and combat mechanics is really interesting. Even though I haven’t tested the demo yet, it’s something I’ll be keeping an eye on. It looks like a cool way to keep Dark Souls 3 exciting until we get Elden Ring’s DLC. I’m eager to see how this mod evolves!