FromSoftware, the developer behind the acclaimed Dark Souls series, along with publisher Bandai Namco, has unveiled a new standalone co-op spin-off titled Elden Ring Nightreign. Set in a parallel universe to the critically acclaimed Elden Ring of 2022, the game was announced during The Game Awards 2024, showcased with its debut trailer.
Elden Ring Nightreign invites players to collaborate with up to two partners in a condensed map inspired by the Limgrave area from Elden Ring. Players will encounter randomized enemies and structures at the beginning of each gaming session. The goal is to defeat enemy camps and gather powerful weapons ahead of an intense boss battle that occurs after surviving in-game for three days. The game features eight formidable bosses that players can challenge.
Designed to be welcoming to both seasoned Elden Ring fans and newcomers, Nightreign boasts a lineup of eight playable characters, each equipped with unique skills and powerful ultimate attacks. This session-based RPG can be enjoyed online with three players, but it also includes the option for solo play.
Junya Ishizaki, an experienced member of the FromSoftware team since 2011, is taking the reins as the new game director for Nightreign, diverging from the traditional Soulslike formula the company is known for. Ishizaki expressed his enthusiasm for exploring co-op multiplayer experiences through this new project, stating that it allows for innovative game mechanics while maintaining the essence of the brand’s previous titles.
Recent impressions from early gameplay suggest that Nightreign transforms the strategic dungeon-crawling aspects of its predecessor into dynamic and fast-paced run experiences.
Elden Ring Nightreign is expected to be released in 2025 across multiple platforms, including PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X and S, and PC.
This new venture reflects an exciting evolution in the Elden Ring universe, highlighting the developers’ willingness to innovate while staying true to the beloved themes and gameplay that fans adore. As the gaming community eagerly awaits its release, Nightreign promises to enhance the co-op multiplayer experience, potentially bringing more players into the fold of the Elden Ring legacy.