In brief: the ELDEN RING Tarnished Pack has been available since August 28, 2026, in ELDEN RING and Shadow of the Erdtree. It adds two starting classes, new armor and a visual customization option for Torrent.
post published on ELDEN RING’s official Steam page The pack expands character creation for players beginning a new game, while returning players can use the additional armor and change Torrent’s appearance. The announcement does not mention a new area or any progression changes.
Two new classes, but few details so far
The two classes join the options available when creating a character. Their names, starting statistics, associated equipment and gameplay focus have not been specified, so it is not yet possible to determine whether they introduce new build paths or offer different versions of familiar archetypes.
That uncertainty also limits what can be said about their effect on the opening hours. The confirmed change is the broader choice at the start of an adventure; the classes’ practical value for specific builds remains unknown.
Armor and Torrent customization complete the pack
The Tarnished Pack also includes new armor, but its quantity, appearance and possible effects have not been detailed. Nothing announced so far confirms a balance or progression impact, leaving its role in equipment unclear.
Torrent receives a visual customization option. The available information concerns his appearance only and confirms no changes to his speed, resistance or in-game behavior.
Availability covers the base game and expansion
The stated scope includes the base game and Shadow of the Erdtree. However, the announcement provides no price, platform list, launch time or detailed access procedure, so the conditions for obtaining the pack cannot yet be specified for every setup.
The Tarnished Pack is therefore a customization-focused addition with one immediate effect on new characters: two extra starting choices. Its broader importance will depend on the classes’ statistics and the armor’s properties, neither of which has been disclosed. The official Steam page remains the relevant place to follow those details: upcoming ELDEN RING news on JEU.VIDEO may clarify how the pack is distributed.
