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Elden Ring: Nightreign is a standalone cooperative roguelike spinoff releasing May 30, featuring three-player PvE gameplay and a procedurally generated world.
Elden Ring: Nightreign isn’t a sequel to Elden Ring. However, having the name Elden Ring has created hype regarding this game’s storyline and gameplay. FromSoftware has already announced that it’s going to be a spinoff that will be released on May 30, 2025. As per the current updates, this game will offer players a fresh take on the Soulsborne formula.
As a standalone cooperative roguelike game, this upcoming Elden Ring spin-off will offer players a new gameplay structure centered around three-player PvE sessions. As the release date approaches, Bandai Namco has revealed the PC specifications for the game. Below, this article discusses things in detail:
For PC players, meeting a game’s system requirements matters the most. Otherwise, the game either doesn't run or gives trouble. However, considering this, Elden Ring: Nightreign is designed in a way that it meets a wide range of hardware configurations.
Fortunately, the minimum requirements are similar to the original Elden Ring. Therefore, most Elden Ring players can access this game smoothly.
OS: Windows 10 (64-bit)
Processor: Intel Core i5-8400 or AMD Ryzen 3 3300X
Memory: 12 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 3GB or AMD Radeon RX 580 4GB
DirectX: Version 12
Storage: 60 GB available space
OS: Windows 10/11 (64-bit)
Processor: Intel Core i7-8700K or AMD Ryzen 5 3600X
Memory: 16 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 8GB or AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 8GB
DirectX: Version 12
Storage: 60 GB available space
These PC requirements ensure that Nightreign will run on mid-range PCs smoothly without any lag. However, for those who want to enjoy every aspect of the game, they have to go for the recommended specifications.
Elden Ring: Nightreign is shifting from the traditional Soulsborne experience. Instead, this game is about to introduce a session-based, three-player cooperative structure. In this game, players select from three predefined classes, each with some unique abilities and equipment. Additionally, gamers have to embark on expeditions in the procedurally altered region of Limveld and survive three in-game days that will end with a boss battle.
The combat system of the game lies at the core of the spin-off. Here players must master the core mechanics like stamina management, dodging, and varied attack types. Along with that, the game introduces new elements like enhanced mobility, wall climbing, and gliding. These additions contribute to a more dynamic and fast-paced gameplay experience.
Even when it comes to a technical standpoint, this game is designed to become accessible to a broader audience. The optimization system and graphics settings of the game allow players to have a consistent experience across different hardware configurations. Therefore, players with the minimum system requirement can expect to have a stable performance at 1080p resolution. Those who have the recommended specs can enjoy the game at a higher resolution.
Elden Ring is one of the most successful games ever released by FromSoftware. Since its release in 2022, the craze for the game is still the same. Whether it’s the world design or the world bosses, this game has taken RPGs to a new height. Even the expansion of this game was massively successful. Therefore, the excitement regarding the spin-off makes sense.
This upcoming title will mark a significant shift from FromSoftware’s traditional game making. This will blend the challenging combat of the Souls series with cooperative roguelike elements to create something new for gamers. Pre-order for Nightreign has already started, with both Standard and Deluxe Editions to be ordered.
