While releases like those from FLT are archived for historical or preservation purposes, they carry significant drawbacks compared to the official version on platforms like or Bandai Namco :
Pirated versions are cut off from the FromSoftware servers. You lose the ability to see player messages, bloodstains, or participate in Co-op and PvP (Invasions). ELDEN_RING_v1.04.1-FLT.part01.rar
This era of the game fixed several "Infinite Loading Screen" bugs that had plagued PC players since the February launch. Risks Associated with Scene Releases While releases like those from FLT are archived
As of 2024, Elden Ring is on version 1.10+ and has seen the release of the massive Shadow of the Erdtree expansion. A v1.04.1 build lacks years of optimizations, new balance passes, and DLC compatibility. new balance passes