Nightreign: Scalpers and Scammers Target Elden Ring

Elden Ring Nightreign Network Test: Confirmation Emails Sent, Scams Emerge

FromSoftware confirmed on January 30th, 2025 via Twitter (X) that confirmation emails for the Elden Ring Nightreign network test have been dispatched. Excited fans quickly shared their acceptance emails.

A follow-up email containing a unique download code for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S test client will be sent on February 11th, 2025.

Registration, open from January 10th to 20th, 2025, is now closed. No further test dates have been announced.

The Elden Ring Nightreign Network Test: A Technical Deep Dive

FromSoftware describes the network test as a crucial "preliminary verification" phase, involving selected players testing a game segment before launch. The goal is to conduct large-scale network load tests to assess server capacity under heavy player load.

The test runs February 14th-16th, 2025, with five 3-hour sessions:

• Session 1: February 14th, 3 AM - 6 AM PT
• Session 2: February 14th, 7 PM - 10 PM PT
• Session 3: February 15th, 11 AM - 2 PM PT
• Session 4: February 16th, 3 AM - 6 AM PT
• Session 5: February 16th, 7 PM - 10 PM PT

Beware of Scams and Scalpers!

Reports indicate a Steam-based scam involving fraudulent Elden Ring Nightreign Network Test invites. These malicious links redirect users to phishing sites, potentially compromising accounts and spreading the scam via mass friend list messaging. FromSoftware emphasizes that official registration and confirmation occurred solely through their website and social media channels.

Exploiting the excitement, scalpers are already listing "confirmed test codes" on various online marketplaces for exorbitant prices ($150-$200 or more), despite codes not being released until February 11th.

Elden Ring Nightreign: A Look Ahead

Initially announced at the 2024 Game Awards, Elden Ring Nightreign is slated for release in 2025 on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S. A precise release date remains unannounced.

For the latest updates on Elden Ring Nightreign, visit our dedicated page.