Elden Ring: Nightreign officially launched today, May 30, 2025. If you’ve been waiting for something new in the Elden Ring world, this one’s definitely worth a look. It’s available on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC — pretty much everywhere.
But just so you know, this isn’t just a typical expansion or sequel. FromSoftware and Bandai Namco took a different route this time. Nightreign is more of a co-op survival game with roguelike elements, and honestly, it feels like a big shift from the usual vibe of Elden Ring.
What’s New This Time?
If you’re used to playing solo, Nightreign might throw you off a bit. The game is all about teaming up. You get into squads of three and go on these short but intense missions — like 30 to 45 minutes each. The twist? The map actually shrinks while you play, kind of like a battle royale but in a darker, more mysterious world.
There’s no voice or text chat either. Yeah, really. So if you want to work with your team, you’ll have to rely on emotes and signals. It definitely forces you to think more strategically, which some players might love, but others could find frustrating.
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Missions are fast-paced and get harder as the map closes in
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Bosses are no joke — they will destroy you if your team’s not on point
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The whole map changes constantly, which keeps things fresh but also chaotic
New Classes – Meet the Revenant
One of the coolest things in Nightreign is the new class system. They added some pretty wild ones, but the standout is the Revenant. This class brings necromancer-type powers into the mix — super handy during tough fights.
Here’s what the Revenant can do:
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Make your teammates immortal for a short time (yeah, that’s a thing)
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Revive allies who are basically on the edge of dying
This adds a whole new level of strategy, especially when you’re fighting some of those nightmare-level bosses.
A New World – And It’s Brutal
The game is set in this dangerous new land called Limveld. It’s not just spooky and mysterious, it’s straight-up deadly. Everything here wants to kill you. And those Nightlords? They’re huge, creepy bosses that need full team coordination to beat.
What makes Limveld interesting is how it keeps changing. One run might be totally different from the next, which makes the whole experience feel unpredictable. But that also means you’re constantly having to switch up how you play — no comfort zones here.
What Are People Saying?
Okay, let’s be real — not everyone’s loving it. The game’s getting a bit of mixed feedback right now. On PS5, it’s got a Metacritic score of 78. Not terrible, but also not quite what fans are used to from FromSoftware.
A lot of folks are saying the game’s learning curve is super steep. And if your team isn’t clicking, things can fall apart fast. But if you're the kind of player who enjoys tough games and working with others, you might actually love it.
The Trailer's Got People Talking Too
Another thing fans are buzzing about? The launch trailer. It features “Bring Me To Life” by Evanescence — yep, that early 2000s banger. It definitely gave people some nostalgia chills. And yeah, the song actually fits the dark, emotional vibe of the game pretty well.
You can check out the full trailer and more info on the official Elden Ring: Nightreign site if you’re curious.
