Elden Ring 1.14 Patch Nerfs Promised Consort Radahn

It’s been nearly three months since the release of the critically acclaimed Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, and over time, several patches have been rolled out. However, the latest patch has shaken things up significantly by addressing and nerfing some aspects of the game’s final boss, Promised Consort Radahn.

This news has sparked mixed reactions among fans, but the consensus seems to be that it's a positive change. So let’s delve into the details of the recent patch that altered Elden Ring's final boss.

Elden Ring 1.14 Patch Brings Major Nerfs to Promised Consort Radahn

FromSoftware has just released the newest patch for the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, introducing a variety of changes. Among these were buffs for Midra and Bayle (which...why?), but the most significant adjustments on everyone's mind are the changes to Promised Consort Radahn (PCR), the DLC’s final boss.

Patch 1.14 has been released for #ELDENRING Shadow of the Erdtree.

This update brings bug fixes & balance adjustments for #ShadowoftheErdtree, including changes to the final fight of the expansion.

Read the full patch notes: https://t.co/6V7XJy09mB

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— ELDEN RING (@ELDENRING) September 11, 2024

According to the patch notes, several aspects of Radahn’s attacks have been scaled back, including the regular and stamina damage they inflict, as well as the range of certain non-weapon attacks. The action sequence at the beginning of the battle has been modified, and the visibility of some attacks has been improved. Here’s a breakdown of the changes to PCR:

• Altered the action sequence when the battle begins.
• Adjusted several attack moves.
• Reduced the damage of specific attacks.
• Decreased stamina damage for certain attacks.
• Shortened the attack range of some non-weapon-based moves.
• Enhanced the visibility of certain attack effects.

These changes make sense, as Radahn's challenge was often due to frustrating hitboxes, frame-trapping attack patterns, poor visibility (especially in phase two), and high damage output. Hopefully, these tweaks will create a more balanced and polished encounter, while still keeping the fight tough.

Many fans are optimistic as well, though some lament that it’s always disappointing when a beloved boss gets nerfed. Still, most agree it’s a necessary adjustment to make the fight more approachable for both veteran and new players. As one player commented, "Hardcore players have already beaten the game, and these nerfs are to keep newer players from feeling overly frustrated. It’s a smart move."

Of course, some players were quick to joke, posting comments like "Claim your 'beat Consort Radahn before the nerf' badge here." But overall, this patch seems to enhance the battle experience against Radahn. And for those who miss the challenge of the pre-nerf Radahn, they can always downpatch the game and revisit the original meat grinder.