Man, I gotta tell you about this whole “Shadow of the Erdtree” artbook thing. It’s been a ride, let me say. So, picture this: about a month ago, I jumped on the pre-order for the collector’s edition of “Shadow of the Erdtree”. I was stoked, you know? Hyped beyond belief.
Then, bam! Bandai Namco hits us with an email. Turns out, the artbook that’s supposed to come with the collector’s edition? Yeah, it’s gonna be shipped separately. What a mess!
I went online, trying to find some answers, maybe a PDF version in the meantime. And I stumbled upon this “ELDEN RING Shadow of the Erdtree Digital Artbook” thing. It was a free download, so I grabbed it. Better than nothing, right?
Then I dug a bit deeper. It turns out that if you get the “ELDEN RING Shadow of The Erdtree Deluxe Edition”, you’re supposed to get the base game and the “Shadow of the Erdtree” expansion. But nowhere does it say anything about this whole separate shipping for the artbook issue. It’s all so confusing.
I’ve been waiting for this game for ages, and now this whole artbook situation is just adding to the stress. I mean, I get it, things happen. But it’s still a bit of a letdown, you know? I was really looking forward to having everything together in one package.
Anyway, I’m still pumped for the game itself. I just hope they sort out this artbook mess soon. It’s like, come on, Bandai Namco, get it together! I’ve been patient, but this is starting to test my limits.
So, yeah, that’s my story about the “Shadow of the Erdtree” artbook. It’s been a rollercoaster, to say the least. But hey, at least I got that PDF to tide me over. And who knows, maybe the physical artbook will turn out to be even more amazing once it finally arrives. Fingers crossed, I guess!
Oh, and by the way, I heard from someone else that they got their collector’s edition already, but guess what? No artbook! So I’m definitely not alone in this. It seems like a bunch of us are in the same boat, waiting for our artbooks to show up. What a way to start this whole “Shadow of the Erdtree” adventure, huh?
I’m trying to stay positive, though. I mean, the game itself is what really matters, right? And I’m sure it’s gonna be epic. I’ve been a fan of FromSoftware’s games for a long time, and I have faith that they’ll deliver another masterpiece. Just gotta be patient a little while longer, I suppose.
Update: I finally got my hands on the physical artbook! It took a while, but it was worth the wait. The artwork is absolutely stunning. It’s filled with all sorts of concept art, character designs, and environment pieces. Flipping through it just gets me even more hyped for the game. It’s a great addition to the collector’s edition, even if it did arrive a bit late. Now I’m just counting down the days until I can finally dive into the world of “Shadow of the Erdtree”. It’s gonna be a wild ride, and I can’t wait to get started!
To those who are still waiting, hang in there! It seems like the artbook is being sent out in waves, so yours should be arriving soon. Trust me, it’s worth the wait. And once you have it in your hands, you’ll see what I mean. It’s a true work of art in itself.
- Pre-ordered the collector’s edition a month ago.
- Got an email from Bandai Namco about the artbook shipping separately.
- Found a PDF of the digital artbook online.
- Deluxe Edition includes the base game and expansion, but no mention of separate artbook shipping.
- Heard from others that their collector’s editions arrived without the artbook.
- Finally received the physical artbook, and it’s amazing.
Final Thoughts
All in all, this whole “Shadow of the Erdtree” artbook situation has been a bit of a headache, but it all worked out in the end. The game is finally out, and I’ve been having a blast exploring the new world. And the artbook? Well, it’s just the cherry on top. It’s a beautiful piece that gives us a glimpse into the creative process behind the game. If you’re a fan of Elden Ring or FromSoftware’s work in general, I highly recommend picking up a copy if you can. It’s a great addition to any collection.
