Elden Ring Nightreign Network Test Reveals Playtest Time Restrictions

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, FromSoftware has announced. This limited access test, running from February 14th to 17th, is exclusively for Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5 players. PC players will have to wait for the full game release.

Applications for the network test are now open. The limited playtime is intended for preliminary online system verification and large-scale network load testing, as stated on the official FromSoftware website. This news follows the massive success of Elden Ring, which redefined the open-world action RPG genre in 2022. The anticipation surrounding Nightreign, a surprise announcement at The Game Awards 2024, is immense, especially given the previous statement that no sequel or further DLC was planned after the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion.

Nightreign, while building upon Elden Ring's foundation, introduces a significant shift in FromSoftware's design approach. Co-op gameplay will be central, and the game will incorporate roguelike elements, including procedurally generated encounters. Although a release date remains unannounced, the network test strongly suggests a full launch is imminent. The test serves as a crucial step in ensuring a smooth online experience for the highly anticipated title.