The 2024 Game Awards delivered a slew of exciting announcements. Naughty Dog unveiled a new project, and the The Witcher IV trailer continues to generate online buzz. However, FromSoftware might have stolen the show with the reveal of Elden Ring: Nightreign. Here's how to register for the Elden Ring: Nightreign network test.

Accessing Elden Ring: Nightreign Early via the Network Test

Visit the Elden Ring: Nightreign section of the Bandai Namco website for complete details. The test will assess the game's online functionality before its official 2025 launch. Registration opens January 10th, 2025, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Selected players will be notified before the test begins sometime in February.

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Exploring Elden Ring: Nightreign

For those unfamiliar, Elden Ring: Nightreign offers co-op gameplay for squads of up to three players.

The trailer showcases new weapons and movement mechanics. A particularly noteworthy reveal is a boss that, according to The Escapist's Zhiqing Wan, strongly resembles the Nameless King from Dark Souls III. Given the co-op nature of Nightreign, this boss promises a challenging encounter.

That's how to register for the Elden Ring: Nightreign network test. If you prefer to complete the main game first, here's a guide on obtaining the Ancient Meteoric Ore Greatsword.