Elden Ring Nightreign’s First Network Test Plagued by Server Issues, FromSoftware Issues Apology

Elden Ring Nightreign's initial network test, currently underway, is experiencing substantial server difficulties, hindering many players' participation.

IGN's testers reported severe server problems, preventing access for the test's first hour. The issues were so widespread that FromSoftware acknowledged the server congestion and player matchmaking problems via social media, offering an apology and suggesting players try again later.

The limited availability of the Elden Ring Nightreign network test—five three-hour windows between February 14th and 17th on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S—exacerbates the problem. Here's the schedule:

Elden Ring Nightreign Network Test Times:

• February 14: 3am-6am PT / 6am-9am ET
• February 14: 7pm-10pm PT / 10pm-1am ET
• February 15: 11am-2pm PT / 2pm-5pm ET
• February 16: 3am-6am PT / 6am-9am ET
• February 16: 7pm-10pm PT / 10pm-1am ET

Bandai Namco describes the test as a "preliminary verification test" to assess the online system's performance. While preferable to launch-day issues, the server problems have understandably frustrated players who set aside time for the test. Hopefully, future sessions will run more smoothly.

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Elden Ring Nightreign, FromSoftware's cooperative spin-off set in a parallel world to 2022's Elden Ring, allows three players to collaborate, battling new threats across a dynamic map to confront challenging bosses and ultimately defeat the Nightlord. The network test includes a three-day-and-night cycle.

IGN previously previewed an early build, describing Nightreign as a faster-paced, action-oriented experience compared to the original Elden Ring. See IGN's interview with director Junya Ishizaki for further details.

Elden Ring Nightreign launches May 30, 2025, priced at $40 for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC (Steam).