Elden Ring Nightreign: When Will the Epic Unfold?

The Elden Ring Nightreign release schedule is surprisingly complex, reflecting the intricacies of its source material.

Elden Ring Nightreign, a multiplayer roguelike adaptation of the Elden Ring universe, launches this week on a staggered release timeline. The timing of your gameplay will depend on whether you’re on console or PC. Even if you start at a different time than your friends, you won’t miss out entirely: as of now, Elden Ring Nightreign does not support crossplay.

Here’s when Elden Ring Nightreign will be available based on your location and platform.

Elden Ring Nightreign PS5 and Xbox Release Times

For PlayStation and Xbox gamers, Elden Ring Nightreign will officially launch at midnight local time on Friday, May 30, with a few exceptions across the Americas.

Elden Ring Nightreign PC Release Times

On Windows PC, Elden Ring Nightreign will launch simultaneously worldwide at 12 a.m. CEST on Friday, May 30. Check the timing for your specific time zone:

What to Expect from Elden Ring Nightreign

Elden Ring Nightreign offers a multiplayer roguelike experience that maintains the core elements of Elden Ring while introducing unique matchmaking limitations. You can either play solo or team up with two other players, but two-player mode is not available at launch. Sorry, duos!

For those interested, there are eight character classes to choose from, each fitting specific archetypes from the original Elden Ring. Each gameplay session spans three nights, culminating in a challenging boss fight each night. Notably, some of these bosses will draw upon characters from Dark Souls, hinting at an interconnected FromSoftware universe.

Overall, Elden Ring Nightreign is priced at $40 and, while it may not offer the full breadth of a traditional FromSoftware title, it serves as a more focused spin-off aimed at dedicated Elden Ring fans. For more insights, check out Polygon’s preview of Elden Ring Nightre