FromSoftware's upcoming title will initially offer access only to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S players. Registration opens January 10th, with testing slated for February. This excludes a large segment of the fanbase from early access.
Bandai Namco hasn't publicly explained the omission of PC players from this initial testing phase. However, selected console gamers will enjoy a first look before the official launch.
Elden Ring: Nightreign continues the narrative of its predecessor, offering a fresh, ominous experience. While console users get early access, PC users will need to await further announcements regarding potential future testing opportunities.
A notable change in Elden Ring: Nightreign is the removal of the in-game message feature. Director Junya Ishizaki cited time constraints as the reason. With play sessions limited to approximately forty minutes, there's insufficient time to utilize the messaging system.
"The messaging function has been disabled due to the limited playtime of roughly forty minutes per session, making message sending and reading impractical," Ishizaki stated.
