Elden Ring Nightreign introduces an exciting new ranged class, the Ironeye, ahead of its eagerly anticipated release in May. Dive in to discover more about this innovative sniper class!

Nightreign Reveals 6th Class, Ironeye

A Deadly Ranged Sniper

Elden Ring: Nightreign has just unveiled the Ironeye, a thrilling new sniper class, set to enhance the gameplay experience upon its May release. The Ironeye introduces a fresh take on ranged combat, emphasizing speed and agility. The character's trailer demonstrates its prowess with a large bow and arrow set, showcasing unique abilities like wall-running to execute precise mid-air strikes. Additionally, the class utilizes an innovative aiming system designed to facilitate easier headshots. The trailer also features a remarkable riposte move where the Ironeye delivers a direct shot to an enemy's heart.

During the Nightreign closed network test in February, players had the chance to explore four of the eight playable classes: the versatile Wylder, the sturdy Guardian, the agile Duchess, and the mystical Recluse. The Ironeye marks the sixth class to be revealed, and with Nightreign's launch just around the corner, fans are eagerly anticipating the announcement of the final two classes later this month.

The introduction of quality-of-life enhancements, including the new aiming system, has sparked hope among fans that similar improvements might be integrated into the original Elden Ring. Such updates could significantly enhance the appeal of using bows as primary weapons, which have traditionally been less popular compared to melee options. Social media platforms like Reddit have echoed this sentiment, noting the dominance of melee combat in the original game. With the Ironeye showcasing the potential of bows and arrows as formidable weapons, more players might be tempted to experiment with ranged builds in Nightreign.

Elden Ring: Nightreign, a standalone adventure within the Elden Ring universe, is scheduled to launch on May 30th, 2025. It will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S for $39.99. For further details on the game, be sure to check out Game8's comprehensive article!