Elden Ring Nightreign Preview: Exclusive Network Test Registration Now Open

The 2024 Game Awards delivered a plethora of exciting announcements, including Naughty Dog's new project and the highly anticipated The Witcher IV trailer. However, FromSoftware may have stolen 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

Visit the dedicated Elden Ring: Nightreign section on the Bandai Namco website for complete details. This test will rigorously assess the game's online functionality before its official 2025 release. Registration opens January 10th, 2025, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Participants will receive notification before the network test commences sometime in February.

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Exploring Elden Ring: Nightreign

For those unfamiliar, Elden Ring: Nightreign offers several key features. The game will incorporate co-op gameplay, enabling teams of up to three players to explore and conquer challenges together.

The trailer showcases a wealth of new weaponry and movement mechanics. A particularly noteworthy reveal is a 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 nature of Nightreign, this boss promises an even more formidable encounter.

This concludes the guide on registering for the Elden Ring: Nightreign network test. For those prioritizing completing the main game before diving into the sequel, a guide on obtaining the Ancient Meteoric Ore Greatsword is also available.