Udon Entertainment is set to launch the third volume of its official Elden Ring art book series on November 4th. This forthcoming installment is entirely dedicated to the “Shadow of the Erdtree” expansion. Considering that “Shadow of the Erdtree” introduced multiple vast new open-world locations, intricate dungeons, and dozens of bosses—content extensive enough to stand as its own game—it`s hardly surprising that this significant expansion is receiving a dedicated art book.
For collectors eager to add this volume to their collection, “Elden Ring: Official Art Book Volume III” is currently available for pre-order. Pre-orders benefit from a slight discount, priced at $55.79 instead of the full $60 launch price. Furthermore, Amazon`s pre-order price guarantee ensures that customers will pay the lowest price offered between their order date and the shipping date, should the price drop further.
Below, we detail the new art book and include information about the preceding two volumes for those interested in the complete series. While “Volume I” is currently sold out, “Volume II” remains available and is presently discounted to $42.73 (originally $60).
Elden Ring Official Art Books
- Elden Ring: Official Art Book Volume I – Currently Unavailable (as of July 28)
- Elden Ring: Official Art Book Volume II – $42.73 (
$60) - Elden Ring: Official Art Book Volume III – $55.79 (
$60), releasing November 4
This 320-page hardcover art book is appropriately sized given the sheer volume of content “Shadow of the Erdtree” added to Elden Ring. It compiles hundreds of concept art pieces and illustrations depicting the expansion’s numerous new locations within the Realm of Shadow, along with the various bosses, creatures, characters, weapons, and armor sets players encounter there. Beyond the visual art, the book also features newly translated development commentary and lore.
The first two books in the “Elden Ring: Official Art Book” series focus on different aspects of From Software`s sprawling dark fantasy epic. The first volume, at 432 pages, is the largest of the three, offering art and behind-the-scenes insights into the game’s expansive open-world zones and dungeons. Although Volume I is currently out of stock, a new printing is anticipated in the future due to its high demand. It has already been reprinted multiple times since its 2023 release, so fans should monitor its availability.
“Elden Ring: Official Art Book Volume II” is a 384-page hardcover tome that explores the many denizens of Elden Ring’s setting, the Lands Between. The book is rich with art and lore concerning the monsters, bosses, and characters that inhabit this cursed world, as well as many of the deadly weapons and mysterious items players collect during their adventures. Volume II is currently in stock and available for $42.73 (originally $60).
Elden Ring Official Strategy Guides
Beyond the new art book, other Elden Ring guide books are also set for release later this year. The official companion guide for the recently launched Elden Ring spin-off, “Elden Ring Nightreign,” is scheduled to launch on September 30th and is available for pre-order at $45. This 400-page hardcover strategy guide includes maps, a bestiary, an item catalog, and detailed explanations to help players master the challenging run-based gameplay of the multiplayer co-op spin-off. It also features printed compilations of dialogue, lore entries, artwork, and more.
The “Elden Ring Nightreign Official Companion Guide” complements the existing three-volume “Elden Ring: Books of Knowledge” strategy guide series from Future Press. Like the Nightreign guide, the Books of Knowledge feature hundreds of pages with gameplay tips, lore, and artwork, with each volume focusing on a different aspect of the game: the 512-page Volume 1 covers various locations; Volume 2, at 528 pages, delves into the combat system, enemies, spells, and equipment sets; and Volume 3 is a 416-page guide specifically for “Shadow of the Erdtree.” All three volumes are currently in stock, but it`s advisable to acquire them soon, as the first two volumes were sold out for over a year before being restocked in June.
Elden Ring: The Road to the Erdtree Manga
Adding to the growing collection of Elden Ring reading material, the next volume of the official Elden Ring manga, “The Road to the Erdtree,” is scheduled for release on October 28th. Volume 7 is available for pre-order at $13. Volume 6 recently launched on July 22nd, and previous volumes can also be acquired.
While “Elden Ring: The Road to the Erdtree” captures the visual style of Elden Ring and features many memorable locations, monsters, and characters from the game, it’s important to note its distinct departure in tone. Instead of a grim and serious narrative set in the Lands Between, “The Road to the Erdtree” is a comedic adventure. Despite this significant shift, it has been well-received by fans, praised for its engaging writing, and offers a fresh way to experience the Elden Ring universe.
- Volume 1 – $11.70 (
$13) - Volume 2 – $11.70 (
$13) - Volume 3 – $10.30 (
$13) - Volume 4 – $10.30 (
$13) - Volume 5 – $10.30 (
$13) - Volume 6 – $13
- Volume 7 – $13, releasing October 28