The 2024 Game Awards are set to be a highlight in the event’s history, filled with exciting surprises. One of the biggest announcements was the unexpected news that, following last year’s major Shadow of the Erdtree expansion for Elden Ring, we are once again diving back into The Lands Between. A new multiplayer experience called Elden Ring Nightreign is scheduled to launch on May 30, 2025, for PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
With the release date now confirmed and previews circulating—some players may have even participated in the Nightreign network test—pre-orders for the latest installment are officially open. Gamers can choose from four different editions, and the game will be available on both current and previous generations of consoles. Keep reading for all the details you need to secure your Nightreign pre-order.
Variations Among Elden Ring Nightreign Editions
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Standard Edition |
Deluxe Edition |
Seeker Edition |
Collector’s Edition |
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Base Game |
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✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
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Bonus Gesture (Pre-Order Bonus) |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
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DLC |
✘ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
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Digital Artbook |
✘ |
✓ |
✓ |
✘ |
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Mini Soundtrack |
✘ |
✓ |
✓ |
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SteelBook |
✘ |
✘ |
✓ |
✘ |
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Wylder Statue |
✘ |
✘ |
✘ |
✓ |
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Nightfarer Cards |
✘ |
✘ |
✘ |
✓ |
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Hardcover Artbook |
✘ |
✘ |
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✓ |
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Digital Soundtrack Download Code |
✘ |
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While there are four editions of Nightreign, pre-orders for two of them are currently available until April. If you’re eager to play, you can directly secure your copy of either the standard or deluxe edition right now and look forward to its release on May 30, without worrying about it any further—though you might find it hard to resist thinking about it!
By pre-ordering Nightreign, you’ll also receive a bonus gesture!
There’s been some confusion over the Seeker and Collector’s Editions of Nightreign, which include physical items. The Seeker Edition is essentially the deluxe edition paired with a SteelBook, while the Collector’s Edition offers additional physical items, such as the Wylder statue. According to Bandai Namco’s site, pre-orders for these editions will be available starting in April, although some shoppers have reported them being available earlier depending on their location.
Action RPG
Soulslike
Roguelite
- Release Date
- May 30, 2025
- Developers
- From Software
Additional Details About Nightreign
So, what exactly is Nightreign? If you’re here to learn more about Elden Ring, you’ve come to the right place. Set in Limgrave, the same area as the original game, Nightreign adopts a procedurally generated format. This means even veterans familiar with The Lands Between will encounter fresh challenges each time they play.
You can tackle Nightreign solo, but even seasoned players will find the journey tough. The game is designed for cooperative play, allowing teams of three to work together to survive Limgrave over three nights, with a final boss encounter awaiting success. The decision to limit team size to three remains unclear, but FromSoftware likely has its reasons.
Elden Ring Nightreign will launch for PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC on May 30, 2025.
FAQ
What Time Will Elden Ring Nightreign Be Released?
While the exact release time is still to be announced, based on the network test, it is expected to become available worldwide, likely at midnight EST on the launch day.
When Can I Play Elden Ring Nightreign?
If you weren’t invited to take part in the network test, you’ll need to wait until May 30, 2025, to begin your adventure in Nightreign.
Is Elden Ring Nightreign DLC or a Full Game?
Even though it shares the same setting, Nightreign is not a DLC expansion. It’s a standalone, full multiplayer game that can also be played solo.
