FromSoftware has sent confirmation emails for the highly anticipated Elden Ring: Nightreign Network Test. Read on to learn more about the test and a concerning scam targeting eager players.
FromSoftware Sends Elden Ring: Nightreign Playtest Confirmation Emails
Players Receive Confirmation Emails
On January 30th, 2025, FromSoftware announced via Twitter (X) that confirmation emails for the Elden Ring: Nightreign network test had been sent. Excited fans quickly shared their confirmations, expressing their anticipation for the upcoming test.
Those selected will receive a follow-up email on February 11th, 2025, containing a unique code to download the test client for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
Registration for the test ran from January 10th to 20th, 2025. Unfortunately, FromSoftware hasn't provided information on whether additional test opportunities will be available.
The Elden Ring: Nightreign Network Test
FromSoftware describes the network test as a preliminary verification to assess online systems via large-scale load testing. This will help determine server capacity for the full game's launch.
The test runs from February 14th to 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: Scammers and Scalpers Emerge
Reports indicate a scam circulating on Steam, where players receive fake Elden Ring: Nightreign Network Test invites. These links redirect to malicious sites, potentially compromising accounts and spreading the scam via mass messaging. FromSoftware emphasizes that official communication only occurs through their website and social media.
Adding insult to injury, scalpers have already begun listing purported test codes on various online marketplaces for exorbitant prices—$150-$200 and higher, with some even auctioned off. Remember, these codes aren't available until February 11th.
Elden Ring: Nightreign, announced at the 2024 Game Awards, 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.
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