The 2024 Game Awards delivered a plethora of exciting announcements. Naughty Dog unveiled a new project, and the Witcher IV trailer continues to generate significant online buzz. However, FromSoftware might have stolen the show with the reveal of Elden Ring: Nightreign. Here's how to register for the Elden Ring: Nightreign network test.
How to Access Elden Ring: Nightreign Early via the Network Test
While some players are still grappling with the *Shadow of the Erdtree* DLC bosses, anticipation is high for the next *Elden Ring* adventure, *Nightreign*. FromSoftware is giving select players an exclusive opportunity to participate in a network test, providing early access to a portion of the game. Registration is straightforward.Visit the dedicated Elden Ring: Nightreign section of the Bandai Namco website for complete details. This test will rigorously assess the game's online functionality before its official 2025 launch. Registration opens January 10th, 2025, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Participants will receive notification before the test begins sometime in February.
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What is Elden Ring: Nightreign?
For those needing a refresher (or perhaps hiding from a fearsome boss), here's a quick overview of Elden Ring: Nightreign before registering for the network test. The game will feature co-op gameplay, allowing teams of up to three players to explore and battle together.
The trailer showcases a range of new weapons and movement mechanics. A particularly noteworthy reveal is a boss that, according to The Escapist's Zhiqing Wan, bears a striking resemblance to Dark Souls III's Nameless King. Given the co-op nature of Nightreign, this boss promises an equally challenging, if not more daunting, encounter.
That's how to register for the Elden Ring: Nightreign network test. If you prefer to conquer the main game first, here's a guide on obtaining the Ancient Meteoric Ore Greatsword.
