Elden Ring Nightreign isn’t just a game—it’s a gauntlet. This rogue-like spin-off throws players into a merciless cycle of day and night, where survival hinges on strategic planning, teamwork and a dash of chaos theory.
After dissecting strategies from players who survived the network test, we’ve crafted this short guide to help you outwit Limveld’s horrors when the game releases end of May.
Choose Your Nightfarer Wisely: No Room for Regret
Your first critical decision is selecting a Nightfarer. Here’s the lowdown on the four classes we already know (four more are expected to be available upon release):
| Nightfarer | Playstyle | Why Pick Them? |
|---|---|---|
 Wylder | Balanced Warrior | Sixth Sense passive revives you once – perfect for learning |
 Guardian | Tank/Support | Shields allies and draws aggro – team MVP |
 Recluse | Mage/Ranged DPS | Devastating AoE spells but squishy |
 Duchess | Stealth Assassin | High burst damage but demands precision |
🛡️ Pro Tip: New players should start with Wylder. His grapple hook (Claw Shot) isn’t just for mobility – use it to yank enemies into environmental hazards! His passive ability, Sixth Sense, allows him to cheat death once, which is particularly useful for learning the game mechanics.
Exploration: Daylight is Your Friend
The game’s day/night cycle is your ticking clock. Use daytime phases (yes, there are two) to:
- Raid Churches – These holy hideouts grant Sacred Tears to upgrade your healing flasks. No flask? No hope.
- Hunt Spectral Hawks – Glide across the map faster than Torrent ever could. Bonus: They often lead to hidden loot.
- Avoid Mines – Early-game mines are death traps. Save them for when you’re leveled up.
Combat: Aggression Pays Dividends
Nightreign rewards boldness. Key tactics:
- Ultimate Economy – Deal damage to charge your Ultimate Art. Wylder’s Onslaught Stake can one-shot mini-bosses if timed right.
- Ambush Survival
- Focus fire on the weakest enemy first
- Use terrain – lure melee foes into narrow spaces
- Revive Smartly – Teammates can resurrect fallen allies by attacking their downed bodies. But don’t tunnel vision – watch for adds!
🔥 Night Boss Tip: For the Centipede Demon, stay behind its legs. Its magma vomit can’t reach you there.
Teamwork Makes the Nightmare Work
“Solo players, beware: Nightreign is built for squads.”
- Experience Shares – Stick together to level up faster
- Role Synergy – Pair Guardians with Duchesses for classic “tank and spank” combos
- Call Outs – Use voice chat to coordinate Ultimate Arts and game tactics. Stacking ults = dead bosses
The Five Phases of Hell
- Day 1 – Loot, level, avoid conflict
- Night 1 – First boss (e.g., Grave Warden). Stay mobile!
- Day 2 – Upgrade gear at Graces. Hunt Dormant Power drops
- Night 2 – Multi-boss chaos (e.g., Triple Sentinels). Focus one knight at a time
- Final Night – The Night’s Tide consumes the map. Run to the boss arena
Gear Up or Perish
- Weapon Passives Stack – Equip multiple weapons to compound buffs
- Share the Wealth – Item drops are communal. Toss duplicate gear to teammates
- Rune Farming – Grind respawning mobs near Graces
Final Boss: Keep Calm and Spam Ultimates
The network test’s final boss, Gladius, Beast of Night, demands:
- Level 10+ – Anything lower is masochism
- Ultimate Chaining – Save all ults for phase transitions
- Stay Spread – Cluster = team wipe
Practice or Die Trying
Hit the Roundtable Hold’s training ground to:
- Master parry timings (Recluse mains, this is mandatory)
- Test weapon combos
- Review controls – because fumbling inputs = gravewarden food
The Network Test In Short: Nightreign’s network test highlighted a promising but punishing co-op experience, held back by technical woes at the start. FromSoftware now faces pressure to stabilize servers and refine progression systems before the May 30 launch.
In Conclusion: Elden Ring Nightreign will break you. Repeatedly. But with calculated aggression, smart exploration, and a squad that communicates, you’ll etch your name into the Lands Between’s twisted hall of fame. Now go forth, Tarnished – and watch out for those ambushes.
Want to know more about Elden Ring: Nightreign? Check out our other Nightreign news articles!
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