FromSoftware has begun sending confirmation emails for the highly anticipated Elden Ring: Nightreign Network Test. Let's dive into the details of the test and address the concerning reports of scams targeting eager players.

Elden Ring: Nightreign Network Test Confirmation Emails Sent

On January 30th, 2025, FromSoftware announced via Twitter (X) that confirmation emails for the Elden Ring: Nightreign network test had been dispatched. Excited fans quickly shared their confirmation, expressing their anticipation for the upcoming test and gratitude for their selection.

Those fortunate enough to receive a confirmation email will receive a follow-up email on February 11th, 2025, containing a unique code to download the Network Test client for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

The registration period for the test ran from January 10th to January 20th, 2025. Unfortunately, FromSoftware hasn't provided information on whether additional test opportunities will be offered.

Elden Ring: Nightreign Network Test Details

FromSoftware describes the network test as a preliminary verification to assess online systems through large-scale network load tests, using a portion of the game. This helps them gauge server capacity for the full game's launch.

The Elden Ring: Nightreign Network Test will run from February 14th to 16th, 2025, offering five 3-hour test 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 Scammers and Scalpers!

Reports of a Steam-based scam are circulating, where players receive fraudulent invitations to the Elden Ring: Nightreign Network Test. These malicious links redirect users to phishing sites, potentially compromising accounts and spreading the scam via mass messages to friends lists. FromSoftware emphasizes that official registration and confirmation occurred solely through their website and social media channels. Any links outside these sources should be treated with extreme caution.

Adding insult to injury, scalpers are already attempting to capitalize on the hype. Despite codes not being available until February 11th, listings for supposedly "confirmed test codes" are appearing on various buy-and-sell sites, with exorbitant prices ranging from $150 to $200, some even auctioned off.

Elden Ring: Nightreign, initially announced at the Game Awards 2024, is slated for release in 2025 on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S. While a precise release date remains unannounced, stay tuned to our Elden Ring: Nightreign page for the latest updates.