A network test for Elden Ring Nightreign is set for February 14-17, 2025, offering players a chance to experience this cooperative roguelike adventure. Registration began on January 10, 2025, via the official website. The test will be exclusive to PS5 and Xbox Series X | S, with a limited selection of bosses available for testing, including Millipede Demon and Margit, the Fallen. This preview aims to assess server performance rather than showcase the complete game.
A network test for Elden Ring Nightreign is just around the corner. Here’s everything you need to know about how to sign up and seize the opportunity to experience the latest title from FromSoftware ahead of its official launch.
Release Details for Elden Ring Nightreign Network Test
Two years post the launch of Elden Ring and only six months after the DLC Shadow of the Erdtree, many anticipated a lull from FromSoftware. However, the studio hinted at a return to the Lands Between in an exciting new way.
During the 2024 Game Awards, Elden Ring Nightreign was unveiled as a standalone experience that emphasizes cooperative gameplay while incorporating a roguelike structure. Players will encounter bosses from FromSoftware’s iconic Soulslike series, generating considerable buzz among the fanbase.
If you’re eager to dive into this innovative adventure, mark your calendars for the upcoming network test. Here’s what you need to know to participate before the game officially launches in 2025.
Network Test Schedule
The initial sessions for the Elden Ring Nightreign network test will kick off on February 14, 2025, and run until February 17, 2025. Each session will last three hours.
Here are the specific dates and times (CET timezone, Metropolitan France):
- February 14: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
- February 15: 4:00 AM – 7:00 AM
- February 15: 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
- February 16: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
- February 17: 4:00 AM – 7:00 AM
How to Register for the Network Test
Registration for the Nightreign network test opened on Friday, January 10, 2025, at 3:00 PM.
To sign up, simply visit the official game website.
Platforms for the Network Test
The Nightreign network test will be available exclusively on PS5 and Xbox Series X | S. However, the full game will also be released on PS4, Xbox One, and Steam.
There has been some confusion among fans regarding invitations for the network test. Some players have reported receiving access for Xbox Series X | S while actually owning a PlayStation 5, and vice versa.
What to Anticipate in the Network Test
It’s important to note that the network test will not provide access to the entire game. FromSoftware has clarified that only a “fragment” of the game will be available, as the primary goal is to assess server performance rather than showcase all content.
Since Nightreign features a roguelike structure spanning over multiple days and nights, this limited version will only include a selection of bosses, loot, and builds. As a tester, prepare for a brief and focused glimpse into the game.
According to IGN, the following bosses will be included in the test:
- Millipede Demon
- Semi-Human Queen or Semi-Human Swordsman
- Margit, the Fallen
- Dragon Sentinel of the Tree
- A new boss with “twisted limbs”
- 3 additional unknown bosses
As more details about Elden Ring Nightreign emerge, we will keep this article updated with the latest information.