{
  "id": 4268413,
  "title": "Elden Ring players are hard at work putting the new Tarnished Edition DLC's gear to the test",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/29/elden-ring-players-are-hard-at-work-putting-the-new-tarnished-edition",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-29T20:17:04.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "PC Gamer",
    "slug": "pc-gamer",
    "url": "https://www.pcgamer.com/games/rpg/elden-ring-players-are-hard-at-work-putting-the-new-tarnished-edition-dlcs-new-gear-to-the-test/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Elden Ring players are diving into the new Tarnished Edition DLC, eager to test out its new gear and abilities. The $5 DLC adds new classes, armor sets, and horse armor, all of which have sparked experimentation and number crunching among fans. The most popular new weapon is Leontiel's Greatsword, a stealable item from a new NPC that performs a unique, matador-inspired move. Users have been testing the sword's effectiveness on bosses, with impressive results, like knocking out the Full-Grown Fallingstar Beast in a single hit. While some players focus on practicality, others are drawn to the weapon's aesthetic appeal, using it for cosplay or simply to look cool in game. Additionally, the DLC's new chestpiece from the Idus starting class has been a favorite among players for its stylish appearance and potential buffs. Overall, the Tarnished Edition DLC offers enough new content to keep players engaged and hyped for more Elden Ring adventures.",
  "summary": "Some poor bosses are getting \"the Matador treatment\".",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}