The 2024 Game Awards were packed with exciting reveals, from Naughty Dog's new project to the much-talked-about trailer for *The Witcher IV*. Yet, it was FromSoftware's *Elden Ring: Nightreign* that stole the show, leaving fans eager to dive into this new chapter of the *Elden Ring* saga. Here’s your guide on how to sign up for the *Elden Ring: Nightreign* network test and get a sneak peek at the game ahead of its 2025 launch.
How To Play Elden Ring: Nightreign Early With the Network Test
Even as players continue to battle the formidable bosses in the *Shadow of the Erdtree* DLC, the anticipation for *Elden Ring: Nightreign* is palpable. FromSoftware is offering a golden opportunity with a network test, allowing select gamers to experience part of the game early. It sounds almost too good to be true, but it's happening, and signing up is straightforward.
Head over to the *Elden Ring: Nightreign* section on the Bandai Namco website to find all the necessary details. This test is crucial for assessing the game's online systems before its official release. Registration opens on January 10th, 2025, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S users, with participants being notified of their selection before the test begins in February.
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What Is Elden Ring: Nightreign?
If you've been too busy dodging a boss's attacks to keep up with the latest news, here’s what you need to know about *Elden Ring: Nightreign*. The game introduces co-op gameplay, enabling groups of up to three players to explore and combat enemies together.
The trailer showcased an array of new features, including weapons and innovative movement mechanics. The highlight, however, was a boss that The Escapist’s Zhiqing Wan compares to the Nameless King from *Dark Souls III*. Known for his difficulty, this boss's *Elden Ring* counterpart promises to be equally, if not more, challenging, especially in a multiplayer setting.
That’s your guide on how to sign up for the *Elden Ring: Nightreign* network test. If you're looking to complete the original game first, don't miss out on how to obtain the Ancient Meteoric Ore Greatsword.
