Nightreign Rises: Elden Ring’s Co-Op Spin-Off Looks Brutal and Brilliant

By Brian k. Neal

Set in the brooding, ever-changing realm of Limveld, Nightreign trades in the lone-wolf exploration of the Lands Between for squad-based survival. Players take on the role of Nightfarers, elite warriors tasked with standing against the rising threat of the Nightlord—a mysterious force that warps the land in darkness and flame.

The trailer delivers a glimpse into Nightreign’s roguelike structure: no two runs are the same. Each dive into Limveld reshuffles the map, biomes, enemies, and loot—forcing players to think fast, experiment, and collaborate. You’re not just surviving the world, you’re surviving with it.

One of the standout systems is the relic mechanic, a progression tool that rewards failure. Even if your team gets wiped, you’ll earn relics—powerful upgrades that shape your build over time. Want to be a glass-cannon pyromancer? Or a tanky support paladin? The flexibility’s there.

But this isn’t just a grind-fest. Every in-game day ends with a boss battle, and the trailer hints at some truly grotesque monstrosities—especially the Nightlords, towering horrors that promise to be the game’s most punishing trials. Add in a closing circle of fire (yes, think battle royale vibes), and there’s no resting on your laurels.

Teamwork isn’t optional—it’s survival. Whether you’re chaining abilities to stun-lock a beast or reviving a fallen comrade seconds before the circle consumes you, Nightreign is all about coordination under pressure.

Elden Ring: Nightreign launches May 30, 2025 on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam).