Elden Ring: Nightreign Update Revealed

Elden Ring Nightreign is an exciting upcoming spin-off from FromSoftware's critically acclaimed masterpiece! Dive into the latest news and developments to stay updated on this thrilling new addition to the Elden Ring universe.

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Elden Ring Nightreign News

2025

April 16

⚫︎ As Elden Ring: Nightreign's release draws near, FromSoftware has introduced Raider, a new playable character, in a captivating trailer released on April 15 via Twitter (X). Raider, depicted as an aging Viking with a mighty axe, demonstrates his formidable combat prowess by single-handedly defeating a dragon. The trailer also showcases his unique ability to summon a massive monolith block, which creates elevated platforms for aiding allies—particularly ranged characters—and enhancing his aerial attack strategies.

Read more: Elden Ring Nightreign Raider is an Axe-Swinging, Ale Drinking, Dragon Uppercutting Playable Character (Game8)

April 9

⚫︎ FromSoftware has unveiled a new trailer featuring Duchess, one of eight fixed playable characters in Elden Ring: Nightreign. Unlike its predecessor, Nightreign opts for a set roster of characters, eliminating the character creator. So far, four of these unique characters have been revealed.

Read more: Elden Ring Nightreign Reveals New Duchess Character (Game Rant)

February 14

⚫︎ Elden Ring: Nightreign will bring back bosses from previous Elden Ring and FromSoftware games, but director Junya Ishizaki has advised fans not to read too much into the lore connections. In an interview with GameSpot, Ishizaki explained that these familiar foes are included primarily to enhance the gameplay experience.

Read more: Elden Ring Nightreign Brings Dark Souls Bosses Back, Just Don't Think Too Hard About the Lore Implications (Game8)

February 12

⚫︎ In PC Gamer Magazine Issue 405, director Junya Ishizaki shared that Elden Ring: Nightreign will feature procedurally generated environments like volcanoes, swamps, and forests. As reported by GamesRadar, these dynamic terrain changes will ensure that each playthrough offers a unique experience.

Read more: Elden Ring Nightreign Procedurally Generated Maps Guarantee No Two Playthroughs Are the Same (Game8)

February 2

⚫︎ Elden Ring: Nightreign's roguelike elements were not added to chase trends, but rather developed organically during the game's creation, according to director Junya Ishizaki. In an interview with PC Gamer, Ishizaki emphasized that the aim was to streamline the RPG experience—focusing on exploration, character building, and leveling—into a more compact and intense gameplay loop.

Read more: Elden Ring Nightreign went roguelike as the focus was condensing the RPG experience down, not because FromSoftware was chasing a trend (GamesRadar)

January 31

⚫︎ Kadokawa has released the second and final volume of the full-color visual comic series, Elden Ring: Become Lord II. Priced at 3,300 yen (approximately $21.45), it's available for purchase on platforms such as Book Walker and Amazon Japan. This volume concludes the Become Lord storyline, following the first volume's debut in June 2024.

Read more: Elden Ring: Become Lord II Completes the Comic’s Storyline (Siliconera)

January 30

⚫︎ With Elden Ring: Nightreign being one of the most anticipated games of the year, scalpers are already trying to capitalize on the demand for early access. As FromSoftware sends out confirmation emails for the limited-space Network Test scheduled for February 11, listings for test access have surfaced on platforms like eBay. Some sellers are using screenshots of confirmation emails as proof, despite not having actual codes. The Network Test offers fans an early glimpse into Nightreign, a standalone multiplayer survival action RPG set in the Elden Ring universe. Although a full release date remains unannounced, the test provides an exciting first look at FromSoftware’s latest gameplay innovation.

Read more: Elden Ring Neightreign Network Test Confirmations Sent Out, Immediately Scalped (The Gamer)

January 10

⚫︎ Bandai Namco and FromSoftware have opened registration for the Elden Ring: Nightreign closed network test, which will run from February 14 to 16 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

Read more: Elden Ring Nightreign closed network test registration now available(Gematsu)

January 8

⚫︎ An Elden Ring player, known online as chickensandwich420, has pledged to battle Messmer from the upcoming Shadow of the Erdtree DLC every day with a different weapon, without taking any hits, until the release of Elden Ring: Nightreign. According to TheGamer, the player originally intended to cycle through bosses from all FromSoftware games but has focused solely on Messmer due to time constraints related to their final year of university.

Read more: An Elden Ring player has promised to fight Messmer every day with a new weapon until FromSoftware releases Elden Ring: Nightreign (PC Gamer)

January

⚫︎ Elden Ring: Nightreign will not feature the iconic player messaging system from previous FromSoftware titles, confirmed director Junya Ishizaki in an interview with IGN Japan. While players can still see the ghosts of others, the ability to leave floor messages has been removed due to the game's session-based structure. Each playthrough is designed to last around 40 minutes, and Ishizaki explained that there wouldn't be sufficient time for players to engage with messages. Set in the procedurally generated realm of Limveld, Nightreign introduces a roguelike format with a three-day progression system and cooperative gameplay for up to three players.

Read more: Elden Ring Nightreign won’t have Dark Souls’ best feature, but for good reason(https://www.pcgamesn.com/elden-ring-nightreign/message-system)

2024

December 17

⚫︎ In an interview with Famitsu, game director Junya Ishizaki revealed that Elden Ring: Nightreign will include a select few enemies from the Dark Souls series. These enemies reflect the chaos introduced by the Night King and align with the game's theme of disruption. Set in a parallel universe, Nightreign allows FromSoftware to reference its previous titles. Additionally, the game will feature eight distinct playable characters, each with unique abilities and backstories. A new progression system unfolds over three virtual days, with each cycle introducing changes to the map, new events, enemies, and points of interest. The Spectral Hawk, a new companion, will assist players in discovering shortcuts and navigating the evolving landscape.

Read more: Elden Ring: Nightreign to Feature Some Enemies From the Dark Souls Series (Mp1st)

December 17

⚫︎ Elden Ring: Nightreign will support single-player and three-player co-op modes but will not offer two-player gameplay. In an interview with IGN, game director Junya Ishizaki confirmed that the game is designed specifically for solo or trio play, emphasizing that it's one or the other; no duos. Players will be able to team up in groups of three to tackle bosses during the network test in early 2025.

Read more: Elden Ring Nightreign can be played in 3-player co-op or single player, but not as a duo (VGC)

December 13

⚫︎ Bandai Namco and FromSoftware have officially announced that registration for the Elden Ring: Nightreign Network Test will begin on January 10, 2025. The test will be available on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, scheduled for the following month.

Read more: Registration for the ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN Network Test will open on January 10, 2025.(Elden Ring Official X Account)