The 2024 Game Awards were packed with exciting announcements, from Naughty Dog's new project to the much-talked-about trailer for *The Witcher IV*. Yet, it was FromSoftware's reveal of *Elden Ring: Nightreign* that truly stole the show. If you're eager to dive into this new adventure early, here's how you can sign up for the *Elden Ring: Nightreign* network test.

How To Play Elden Ring: Nightreign Early With the Network Test

Even as some players are still tackling the challenging bosses in the *Shadow of the Erdtree* DLC, the excitement for *Elden Ring: Nightreign* is palpable. FromSoftware is offering a unique chance to experience part of the game early through a network test. It might sound too good to be true, but it's happening, and signing up is straightforward.

Head over to the *Elden Ring: Nightreign* section on the Bandai Namco website for all the details. This test is crucial for ensuring the game's online systems are ready for the official launch in 2025. Registration opens on January 10th, 2025, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S players. You'll find out if you've been selected before the beta-like event starts in February.

Related: The Game Awards 2024 Roundup: All Trailers & Announcements

What Is Elden Ring: Nightreign?

For those who might be out of the loop, perhaps busy dodging a fearsome boss, here's what you need to know about *Elden Ring: Nightreign*. The game introduces co-op gameplay, allowing groups of up to three players to explore and fight together.

The trailer showcased new weapons and movement mechanics, but the highlight was undoubtedly a boss that The Escapist's Zhiqing Wan likened to the Nameless King from *Dark Souls III*. Known for his formidable presence, this boss in *Nightreign* is expected to be equally, if not more, challenging, especially with multiple players facing off against him.

That's how you can sign up for the *Elden Ring: Nightreign* network test. If you're looking to complete the main game before diving into the next installment, here's a guide on how to obtain the Ancient Meteoric Ore Greatsword.