Summary
- FROMSoftware releases pre-launch update for Elden Ring Nightreign to improve gameplay and stability.
- Patch 1.01 addresses character handling, balance adjustments, bug fixes, and warns of potential frame rate issues on PC.
- Elden Ring Nightreign becomes the most wishlisted game on Steam, creating high anticipation for the May 30 launch.
FROMSoftware releases a new update for Elden Ring Nightreign, even though the anticipated game hasn't technically launched yet. Coming off of the well-received Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, many fans were surprised that Elden Ring Nightreign wasn't following suit, offering a unique co-op focused experience against an ever-evolving map.
Over the past couple of weeks, FROMSoftware has continued to reveal new details about the upcoming game, while also providing an overview trailer to give fans an even better look at what the moment-to-moment gameplay will be like. Elden Ring Nighreign has even revealed two new Nightfarer classes this week, the swordsman known as Executor and the spirit summoning Revenant. With the launch date so close, FROMSoftware is using the time to make a few final tweaks to the core experience.
Elden Ring Nightreign Launch Trailer Features Evanescence
Bandai Namco gains the love of nu metal fans by featuring an iconic Evanescence song in Elden Ring Nightreign’s launch trailer.
Even though the game is set to launch on May 30, FROMSoftware has released what can be called a pre-release update for Elden Ring Nightreign. While the patch notes themselves aren't very specific, Update 1.01 does take aim at smoothing some of the rough edges before players can go hands on, including additional balance adjustments, bug fixes, and more character scenarios. The update also makes improvements to the handling of playable characters, with many fans assuming climbing has been enhanced, a common criticism from players during the Elden Ring Nightreign beta tests.
Interestingly enough, FROM Software is patching Elden Ring Nightreign before it has even launched. Regardless, this latest update aims to make the launch of the game even smoother, though Bandai Namco did offer a warning for those on PC. Unfortunately, for those using some of the latest video cards, frame rate drops may occur. Thankfully, the issue is already being investigated, so hopefully the wait for a fix won't be too long.
Elden Ring Nightreign has even reached an impressive milestone prior to the game's launch. Earlier this week, Nightreign became the most wishlisted game on Steam, moving ahead of all other highly anticipated games like Hollow Knight: SIlksong. It's clear there's a lot of excitement from the community to jump back into this world that FROMSoftware has created, so May 30 should be a big day.
Elden Ring Nightreign Update 1.01 Patch Notes
The first patch of ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN is now available.
This update aims to improve gameplay and stability.
Please make sure to download and apply the latest update before launching the game.
Patch contents:
- Improved handling of playable characters
- Soundtrack addition and adjustments
- Text adjustments
- Balance adjustments
- Added character scenarios
- Bug fixes
- We have confirmed that some PC configurations using the latest graphics cards may experience frame rate drops. We are currently investigating the cause. In the meantime, If you experience significant frame rate drops, you may be able to resolve it by setting the graphics settings from the default "High" to "Medium" or "Low" and lowering the screen resolution, as well as installing the latest drivers for your graphics card.
Elden Ring Nightreign
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OpenCritic Reviews
- Top Critic Avg: 80 /100 Critics Rec: 78%
- Released
- May 30, 2025
- Developer(s)
- From Software
- Publisher(s)
- Bandai Namco Entertainment, From Software
WHERE TO PLAY
"ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN is a standalone adventure within the ELDEN RING universe, crafted to offer players a new gaming experience by reimagining the game’s core design.
Join forces with other players to take on the creeping night and the dangers within featuring 3-player co-op.
Take command of uniquely skilled heroes, each possessing their own abilities and distinct flair.
While individually formidable, their skills create powerful synergies when they unite as a team.
Overcome a relentless environmental threat that sweeps through a land that changes between each game session and defeat the magnificent boss of that night!"
- Multiplayer
- Online Co-Op
- Number of Players
- 1-3
- Steam Deck Compatibility
- Unknown
- PC Release Date
- May 30, 2025
- Xbox Series X|S Release Date
- May 30, 2025
- PS5 Release Date
- May 30, 2025
- Genre(s)
- Action RPG, Soulslike, Roguelite
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, PC
