Elden Ring: How to Two-Hand Weapons

When you are thinking about combat in FromSoftware‘s Elden Ring, there are certainly many options to choose from. You might want to attack from range or utilize sorcery to gain an upper hand. However, for players looking to mix it up in close proximity, melee combat is an excellent way of going about it. Not only that, but you can do it with even power by learning how to wield your weapons with two hands, and our guide on how to two-hand weapons in Elden Ring is here to help.

How to Two-Hand Weapons in Elden Ring

Usually, you will find yourself equipping a weapon with a shield as the most basic setup for characters in Elden Ring, however, it does not take away your ability to two-hand anything in the game.

To do so, simply hold Triangle/Y, and press either L1/left bumper or R1/right bumper to choose the armament you want to two-hand. It could be a sword, a spear, or even a shield, and two-handing will give you more of an advantage when it comes to dealing damage.

In addition, enemies’ shields or hard surfaces will no longer cause your weapon to be reflected back, but it comes at a cost of speed. To go back to one-handing your weapons, simply use the same process or switching your current equipment with the D-pad. By finding the right balance, you can take advantage of two-handing while keeping yourself going for a longer time.

That is all there is to it when it comes to learning about how to two-hand weapons in Elden Ring. Be sure to also check out our guide wiki to learn more important details about the game, including how to fast travel, how to backstab enemies, and the important beginner tips and tricks.

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