Elden Ring: Nightreign Launches to Mixed Reception

Elden Ring: Nightreign, FromSoftware's multiplayer roguelike spin-off, launched globally on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and last-gen consoles, reaching over 300,000 concurrent players on Steam. The game features permadeath co-op for up to three players, roguelike progression, and a shrinking map with boss battles, but faces criticism for lacking voice chat, duos mode, and ultrawide support, as well as for console performance issues. Early reviews are mixed, making it FromSoftware's lowest-rated title on Steam at launch, though the PC port is generally praised for smooth performance. A day-one patch improved character handling, game balance, and stability, and offered optimization guidance, especially for high-end GPUs. Deluxe editions and launch bonuses have been released to encourage early purchases. Alongside the launch, promotional trailers and news of a forthcoming live-action Elden Ring adaptation have been announced.