Elden Ring Nightreign Network Test: A Three-Hour Daily Limit
The upcoming Elden Ring Nightreign network test will impose a three-hour daily playtime restriction. This limited access test, running from February 14th to 17th, is exclusive to Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5 consoles. Applications are currently open.
The news of a daily playtime cap may disappoint those anticipating extensive playtime. However, the test serves a crucial purpose: preliminary verification of online systems through large-scale network load testing, as stated on the official FromSoftware website.
Following the phenomenal success of Elden Ring in 2022, the announcement of Nightreign was a significant surprise, especially considering previous statements about no sequels or further DLC after the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion. Revealed at The Game Awards 2024, Nightreign represents a notable departure for FromSoftware. It prioritizes co-op gameplay and incorporates roguelike elements, including randomized encounters.
While built upon Elden Ring's foundation, Nightreign introduces a distinct design philosophy. The lack of a release date, coupled with the network test, suggests further announcements are imminent. PC players, while excluded from this test, can anticipate Nightreign's arrival on their platform upon the game's official launch. Applications for the network test, opened January 10th, can be submitted via the official FromSoftware website.
