The 2024 Game Awards delivered a flurry 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 reveal of Elden Ring: Nightreign. Here's how to participate in the Elden Ring: Nightreign network test.
Accessing the Elden Ring: Nightreign 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 giving select players an early look via a network test. Registration is straightforward.Visit the official Elden Ring: Nightreign section on the Bandai Namco website for complete details. This test will evaluate the game's online functionality before its 2025 release. Registration opens January 10th, 2025, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Successful applicants will be notified before the test begins sometime in February.
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Exploring Elden Ring: Nightreign
For those unfamiliar, Elden Ring: Nightreign offers exciting features. It introduces co-op gameplay for squads of up to three players.
The trailer showcases new weapons, movement mechanics, and a particularly noteworthy boss. The Escapist's Zhiqing Wan notes a striking resemblance to the Nameless King from Dark Souls III, suggesting a formidable challenge, especially with multiple players facing this boss.
This concludes the guide on registering for the Elden Ring: Nightreign network test. If you prefer to complete the main game first, here's a guide to obtaining the Ancient Meteoric Ore Greatsword.