Elden Ring Nightreign's First Network Test: A Limited Engagement

Registration for Elden Ring Nightreign's initial network test opens January 10th, 2025, offering a sneak peek at this upcoming co-op Soulsborne title. However, this beta will be exclusive to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles.

Announced at The Game Awards 2024, Elden Ring Nightreign is slated for a 2025 release and features three-player cooperative gameplay within the Lands Between. This upcoming network test serves as a crucial pre-launch evaluation, with registration opening on January 10th via the official website. While the number of available slots remains undisclosed, securing a spot is likely to be competitive.

How to Participate:

1. Access the official Elden Ring Nightreign network test website starting January 10th.
2. Register, specifying your preferred platform (PS5 or Xbox Series X/S).
3. Await confirmation via email.
4. Join the test in February 2025.

Platform Limitations:

The beta's exclusivity to PS5 and Xbox Series X/S is noteworthy, encompassing less than half of the game's planned platforms (PS4, Xbox One, and PC are also planned). Cross-platform play is not supported, limiting interaction to players within the same console family. Progress during the test likely won't transfer to the final game. Further betas are possible, but unconfirmed.

Gameplay Restrictions:

Beyond platform limitations, Elden Ring Nightreign's multiplayer will feature either solo play or three-player parties; two-player parties are not supported. Additional gameplay restrictions during the network test are yet to be detailed.