Elden.ring.shadow.of.the.erdtree.update.v1.13.2... May 2026
Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree — Update v1.13.2
Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree expansion continues to evolve, and Update v1.13.2 is a focused patch that tweaks balance, fixes persistent bugs, and polishes quality-of-life systems introduced since the DLC’s launch. Below is a comprehensive breakdown of the notable changes, their gameplay impact, and recommended responses for different player types.
2.1 Great Katanas (Rellana’s Cameo Nerf)
- Weapon: Rakshasa’s Great Katana (Arcane scaling variant).
- Ash of War: "Slaughter" – Damage reduced by 18% in PvP; 9% in PvE.
- New Feature: The weapon now correctly consumes stamina when performing the follow-up heavy attack. Previously, the second slash was free, leading to infinite stunlock combos.
8. How to Download ELDEN.RING.Shadow.of.the.Erdtree.Update.v1.13.2
PlayStation 5/4:
- Highlight the game on the Home Screen.
- Press the Options button.
- Select "Check for Update."
- Version 1.013.002 will download automatically.
Xbox Series X|S:
- Go to "My Games & Apps."
- Select "Manage" on Elden Ring.
- Choose "Updates."
- The 1.13.2 patch should appear.
PC (Steam):
- Steam will download the update automatically upon launch.
- If stuck, Verify Integrity of Game Files:
- Right-click Elden Ring → Properties → Installed Files → Verify.
PC (Epic Games Store):
- Manual download required. Go to your Library → Click the three dots on Elden Ring → Manage → Verify.
2.4 Hand-to-Hand Arts (Adjustment)
- Dane’s Footwork: Kick animation speed increased by 12%, but recovery frames increased by 10%.
- Dryleaf Arts: Now correctly scale with Dexterity and Arcane if blood-infused (bug fix).
2. Weapon Balances (The Meta Shifts)
This is the heart of ELDEN.RING.Shadow.of.the.Erdtree.Update.v13.2. Several weapons from the DLC have been adjusted.
1. Fixed: Game Crash When Opening the Map
- Issue: Many players reported that pressing the Map button (Touch Pad / Select / M key) would immediately crash the game to desktop or dashboard.
- Cause: A memory leak related to newly added map notations for the Shadow of the Erdtree region.
- Fix: The map rendering engine has been stabilized. You can now open the map safely in all areas, including the Abyssal Woods and Enir-Ilim.
Overview
On August 6, 2024, FromSoftware rolled out Update 1.13.2 (sometimes displayed as Calibration Update 1.13.2). This is a hotfix designed to address specific, high-impact issues that were degrading the player experience following the larger 1.13.1 balance patch. ELDEN.RING.Shadow.of.the.Erdtree.Update.v1.13.2...
If you are experiencing crashes, save data loading errors, or missing NPCs, this update is essential.