The journey through Elden Ring is long and treacherous, but for completionists, the true challenge begins once the final boss is felled. I’ve spent hundreds of hours exploring every inch of the Lands Between, and I’ve compiled a comprehensive endgame checklist to help others reach 100% satisfaction. Whether you're pursuing the Platinum trophy or just want to ensure you’ve uncovered every secret, this guide has you covered. Along the way, I'll share personal experiences and tips to help you make the most of your final hours in the game.

1. Complete All NPC Questlines

Some of the best storytelling in Elden Ring comes from its rich NPC side quests. From Ranni’s dark fairytale to Millicent’s tragic arc, many of these questlines are easy to miss. I missed Seluvis’s secret lab on my first playthrough and had to reload an earlier save to fully explore it.

Tip: Keep a checklist of key NPCs like Sellen, Blaidd, and Fia. Talk to them after major story milestones, and revisit old locations often.

2. Acquire All Legendary Weapons and Spells

To get achievements and fully power your character, you’ll want all legendary-grade weapons and sorceries. Some, like the Ruins Greatsword, require defeating optional bosses in hidden areas.

Personal Note: I almost skipped the Redmane Castle festival—turns out, that was the gateway to one of the best legendary weapons. Don't rush.

3. Collect Every Remembrance

Defeating major bosses grants Remembrances, which can be exchanged for powerful Elden Ring Items. If you’re a true completionist, you’ll want to duplicate each one in a Walking Mausoleum before moving to NG+.

Pro Tip: Not all mausoleums duplicate all Remembrances. Choose wisely or you’ll miss out on unique weapons unless you start a new cycle.

4. Fully Explore Every Legacy Dungeon

Leyndell, Nokron, Farum Azula—these sprawling dungeons are filled with secrets. I spent hours scouring every hallway of Elphael only to discover a hidden prayer room that contained rare loot.

Tip: Use a map-marking system to note unopened doors or areas with vertical design that might hide elevators or drops.

5. Max Out Weapon and Spirit Ash Upgrades

By the endgame, your inventory is probably stuffed with materials. Make it a goal to max out several weapons and Ashes of War. Using a +10 Mimic Tear made late-game fights significantly more manageable in my experience.

Resource Help: Sites like U4GM are great when you want to quickly gather materials or even buy Elden Ring runes to save time.

6. Farm Runes to Reach Max Level

Reaching level 713 isn’t easy, but farming runes efficiently helps. I used the Mohgwyn Palace method post-game, which gave me over 40k runes per kill.

Time Saver: If you’re short on time or just want to hit max level, buy Elden Ring runes from reliable sources like U4GM. It cuts the grind and keeps the experience fun.

7. Unlock Every Map Fragment and Secret Region

The underground cities and far corners of the map—like the Haligtree and Deeproot Depths—are easy to overlook. My proudest discovery was uncovering the secret lift mechanism to reach the Hidden Path to the Haligtree.

Tip: Don’t forget to equip the Haligtree Medallion halves from different sides of the world. One is especially well-hidden behind a tricky NPC quest.

8. Finish All Evergaol and Field Bosses

Many players skip over these optional fights, but they offer valuable Elden Ring Items and challenging encounters. I found the Evergaol bosses to be some of the toughest and most satisfying duels in the game.

Checklist Tip: Use map markers to track which Evergaols you’ve cleared.

9. Unlock All Endings

From the Age of Fracture to the Age of Stars, Elden Ring has multiple endings, and some are locked behind extensive quests. My personal favorite remains Ranni’s ending—both poetic and eerie.

Advice: Back up your save before triggering the endgame, or play through NG+ to collect every possible ending in your compendium.

10. Prepare for New Game+

Before rolling into NG+, make sure you've bought out all the Bell Bearings, looted every shop, and stocked up on Smithing Stones. I regret not fully clearing out the Twin Maiden Husks shop before my first NG+ cycle.

Final Tip: Investing in U4GM to gather last-minute resources or buy Elden Ring runes before NG+ can give you a big head start for your next journey.

Finishing Elden Ring isn’t just about defeating the Elden Beast. It’s about immersing yourself in every layer of the world FromSoftware has created. With persistence, attention to detail, and a little help from the community—or a site like U4GM—you can claim true completionist status. Take your time, enjoy the journey, and don’t be afraid to seek help when the grind gets heavy.