The 2024 Game Awards delivered a plethora of exciting announcements, including Naughty Dog's new project and the highly anticipated trailer for The Witcher IV. However, FromSoftware stole the show with the unveiling of Elden Ring: Nightreign. Here's how to participate in the Elden Ring: Nightreign network test.
How to Access Elden Ring: Nightreign Early via the Network Test
While many players are still conquering bosses in the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, anticipation is high for the next Elden Ring adventure, Nightreign. FromSoftware is offering a network test, giving select players early access. Registration is straightforward.
Visit the dedicated Elden Ring: Nightreign section on the Bandai Namco website for complete details. The test will rigorously evaluate the game's online functionality before the official 2025 launch. Registration opens January 10th, 2025, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Selected participants will be notified before the network test commences sometime in February.
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Exploring Elden Ring: Nightreign
For those unfamiliar, Elden Ring: Nightreign offers co-op gameplay for teams of up to three players. The trailer showcases new weapons, movement mechanics, and a formidable boss that bears a striking resemblance to Dark Souls III's Nameless King, as noted by The Escapist's Zhiqing Wan. Given the co-op element, this boss promises a challenging encounter.
This concludes the guide on registering for the Elden Ring: Nightreign network test. For those focused on completing the main game first, here’s a guide on obtaining the Ancient Meteoric Ore Greatsword.
