Elden Ring Nightreign's First Network Test: Details and Registration
Elden Ring Nightreign, the upcoming co-op Soulsborne experience announced at The Game Awards 2024, will hold its initial network test in February 2025. Registration opens January 10th, but with a significant limitation: the beta will be exclusive to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles.
Key Details:
- Registration Opens: January 10th, 2025.
- Test Dates: February 2025 (Specific dates to be announced).
- Platforms: PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S ONLY. No cross-platform play.
- Party Size: Solo or three-player parties only. No duo option.
- Progress Transfer: Progress made during the test is not expected to carry over to the full game.
- Further Betas: The possibility of additional beta tests remains open.
How to Register:
- Visit the official Elden Ring Nightreign network test website starting January 10th.
- Complete the registration process, specifying your preferred platform (PS5 or Xbox Series X/S).
- Await a confirmation email (expected no later than February 2025).
- Participate in the network test once it begins in February.
Platform and Multiplayer Limitations:
The decision to limit the initial network test to only two platforms—less than half of the game's planned release platforms (PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, Xbox One, and PC)—is notable. The lack of cross-platform multiplayer extends to this beta. Furthermore, the three-player party limit, excluding the possibility of two-player parties, is also a key design choice. Whether the network test will include any additional gameplay restrictions beyond those already announced remains to be seen.
