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 arguably stole the show with the reveal of Elden Ring: Nightreign. This guide details 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 the bosses in the *Shadow of the Erdtree* DLC, anticipation for *Elden Ring: Nightreign* is palpable. FromSoftware is giving select players an exclusive opportunity to experience a portion of the game early through a network test. Registration is straightforward.Visit the dedicated Elden Ring: Nightreign section of the Bandai Namco website for complete details. This test will rigorously evaluate the game's online functionalities before its official 2025 release. Registration opens January 10th, 2025, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Participants will receive notification before the test begins sometime in February.
Related: Game Awards 2024 Recap: Trailers and Announcements
What Awaits in Elden Ring: Nightreign?
For those unfamiliar, Elden Ring: Nightreign offers exciting new features. One notable addition is co-op gameplay, allowing teams of up to three players to explore and conquer enemies together.
The trailer showcases a wealth of new weapons and movement mechanics. However, the most striking reveal might be 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 element, this boss promises an even more challenging encounter.
This concludes the guide on registering for the Elden Ring: Nightreign network test. For players focused on completing the main game first, a separate guide on obtaining the Ancient Meteoric Ore Greatsword is available.
