Get ready, *Elden Ring Nightreign* fans! As the release date approaches, FromSoftware has given us a tantalizing overview trailer that not only showcases more of the game's features but also teases two new classes. Dive in to discover how each expedition unfolds and get a sneak peek at some stunning cosmetics.
Elden Ring Nightreign Overview Trailer
10-Minute Overview Trailer
With Elden Ring Nightreign's launch on the horizon, the excitement among fans of this multiplayer Souls RPG is palpable. FromSoftware released a comprehensive overview trailer on May 2, delving into the game's lore, mechanics, and features.
The trailer describes ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN as "a co-op survival action game where you navigate a vast and dangerous field with other players. You must become one of the Nightfarers, fighting through the endless night and taking on scores of vicious foes over the span of three days."
The video provides a clear picture of what players can expect. Dropped into the land of Limveld, your mission is to hunt down the ruling Nightlords. Your journey involves battling enemies, searching for treasures, and more. The gameplay loop includes gathering resources during the day and confronting bosses at night. As each day passes, the map shrinks, introducing new enemies. By the end of the third day, you must defeat a formidable Nightlord to conclude your expedition.
The trailer emphasizes that "the layout of Limveld will change each time you visit," ensuring that bases, enemy types, and chest rewards are randomized for each run. Expect the unexpected, as your exploration might be disrupted by ambushes, meteor strikes, or volcanic eruptions.
Last 2 Classes Teased
The overview trailer also teased the last two classes of Nightreign, yet to be officially unveiled. A glimpse at the character select screen revealed a new character, the Executor. This knight wields a sword capable of being imbued with power, as seen in a clip where he parries and counters an enemy. Additionally, a brief preview of another Nightfarer, a grey-haired female wielding a harp, was shown.
Anticipate character trailers for these Nightfarers in the coming weeks as Nightreign nears its release.
The Roundtable Hold
Nightreign offers a base called the Roundtable Hold, where players can prepare for their battles in Limveld. This hidden area allows you to equip relics, purchase items, and customize your characters.
Relics are items found during expeditions that enhance your abilities. Experimenting with different relic combinations can significantly alter your gameplay style. These relics are available at the base from a Jar Merchant, purchasable with a currency called "Murk," earned through battle rewards.
The "fitting mirror" at the base lets you change your character's appearance with various costumes, which are purely cosmetic and have no impact on gameplay. The trailer showcased some of these outfits, including beloved Souls classics like Solaire of Astora, Faraam, the God of War, and Ringfinger Leonhard from Dark Souls 3.
Additionally, players can collect "fragments of lost memories" during expeditions, which enrich the lore of each Nightfarer and may introduce new objectives to your runs. Completing these objectives can unlock insights into each Nightfarer’s origins and purposes.
PC Requirements
Fear not, the PC requirements for Nightreign are manageable. FromSoftware announced them on April 28 via Twitter (X). The minimum specs include an Intel Core i5 10600 or Ryzen 5 5500, 12 GB of RAM, and a GTX 1060 or Radeon RX 580 graphics card. Recommended specs are slightly higher with an Intel Core i5 11500 or Ryzen 5600, 16 GB of RAM, and a GTX 1070 or Radeon RX Vega 56. With a modest 30 GB storage requirement, FromSoftware has optimized the game well.
As the release date of May 30, 2025, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC approaches, FromSoftware's latest reveals continue to build anticipation for Elden Ring Nightreign. Stay tuned for more updates and get ready for an unforgettable co-op survival experience!
