I'm completely stuck in Elden Ring after reaching the Altus Plateau. I've explored a lot of Limgrave and Liurnia, but I feel underpowered facing the bosses here, and I'm not sure if I missed crucial upgrades or should be pursuing a specific questline. I'm looking for a non-spoilery progression guide that can point me toward important areas, weapon upgrades, or talismans I might have overlooked without just giving me a step-by-step walkthrough of the entire game.
You're not alone—many players hit that wall. A non-spoilery way forward is to lock in a core weapon, push its upgrades, balance your stats to support that build, and fill in a few upgrade-friendly areas for materials. It slows you down less and keeps the game enjoyable.
Try a small, repeatable progression loop this week: pick a zone you haven't fully explored, clear a couple of dungeons for upgrade mats, upgrade your weapon a few times, and adjust talismans to boost survivability. Keep your armor simple and focus on a shield or weapon that matches your playstyle. Track what changes in your damage and survivability.
Pick a clear build direction (melee with strength, finesse, magic, or a hybrid) and lean your gear toward that. Don’t chase every stat; bring your weapon’s scaling up and put a bit into stamina for longer fights. You’ll notice the biggest gains when the weapon feels strong and you can land hits without getting punished.
Regarding questlines, you don’t need to exhaust them all to move forward. If you want to avoid spoilers, focus on a couple upgrade sources that are easy to access and safe to pursue. If you want, tell me your current level and weapon and I’ll suggest upgrade paths that fit your route without spoiling major plot moments.
Consider tweaking your loadout: a steadier, less aggressive weapon can feel more forgiving as you level. Test different fast vs slow swings, watch your poise breaks, and see if you can land more hits while staying safe. Small adjustments add up.
Want a spoiler-free, tailored plan? Share your current level, main weapon type, and whether you like heavy or quicker combat, and I’ll map out a short progression outline with safe upgrade targets and route ideas.