Elden Ring and its follow-up were primarily focused on critical bug fixes and stability improvements for the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion. Key Updates in Version 1.16 and 1.16.1 Exploit Removal
Keep an eye on patch notes and community guides. The balance changes, especially regarding runes, could significantly impact your playstyle.
Players are reporting smoother co-op and fewer crashes, though some are disappointed that high-end rune farms (like the bird ledge or albinauric cliff) remain untouched. The rune drop rebalancing in the DLC’s late-game areas has been well received.
Everyone is scrambling to find the new "meta" weapon or the secret DLC item locations after the Rune v1.16 update, but the most fascinating change isn't about damage numbers—it’s about .
to increase damage and defense within the Realm of Shadow, rewarding thorough exploration. Review Summary
Performance has been a priority in v1.16. Many players reported frame rate drops in specific areas of the Land of Shadow, particularly in densely packed forested regions or during massive boss transitions. This update introduces:
A major fix addressed a bug where temporary player stat boosts would incorrectly remain active even after a player closed and restarted the game.