Elden Ring gets huge quality-of-life features patch right before Shadow of the Erdtree, including an inventory change I've wanted for years

Allowing hairstyles to be changed during character creation or later in the game provides players with an opportunity to further customize and personalize their character. This feature enables players to better align their character's appearance with their desired aesthetic, role-playing preferences, or to reflect changes in their character's story or development.

In the context of the new Elden Ring update, the addition of five new hairstyles allows players to have more options for character customization. This caters to the diverse preferences of players and allows them to create a character that they can better connect with or enjoy playing as. The ability to change hairstyles later in the game also adds a layer of flexibility, as players can adapt their character's appearance in response to their experiences within the game world.

In summary, allowing hairstyle changes during character creation and later in the game enhances player immersion and enjoyment by providing them with greater customization options and the ability to reflect their character's personal journey.

Before the recent update in Elden Ring, tracking new items was challenging for players due to the lack of a system that marked newly obtained items. Players had to memorize the name of a new item they've received if they wanted to inspect it in their inventory later on, which could be difficult, especially if they acquired the item during combat. The update has addressed this issue by marking newly obtained items with a "!" and adding a new tab called "Recent Items" to review recently obtained items. This quality-of-life improvement makes it easier for players to keep track of their inventory and newly acquired items.