Tired of grinding through Elden Ring alone? Elden Ring Nightreign, the upcoming standalone adventure title by Bandai Namco, will let you team up with your friends to battle some of the toughest enemies with the help of uniquely skilled champions. 

The game is scheduled to release in 2025; however, before its global launch, the publishers are opening up an opportunity for a limited number of players in the form of a network test.

Starting January 10 (3 p.m. CET), players will be able to register for Elden Ring Nightreign network test to play it early and provide feedback to the developers. Here’s how you can apply to participate in the Elden Ring Nightreign network test.

When is the Elden Ring Nightreign network test releasing?

How to play Elden Ring Nightreign early
Credit: Bandai Namco

Elden Ring Nightreign network test will take place across multiple sessions starting from February 14 until February 17. You can find out the schedule for daily sessions below:

  • Session 1: February 14 (12 p.m. to 3 p.m. CET)
  • Session 2: February 15 (4 a.m. to 7 a.m. CET)
  • Session 3: February 15 (8 p.m. to 11 p.m. CET)
  • Session 4: February 16 (12 p.m. to 3 p.m. CET)
  • Session 5: February 17 (4 a.m. to 7 a.m. CET)

How to play Elden Ring Nightreign early access?

Elden Ring Nightreign network test
Credit: Bandai Namco

Elden Ring Nightreign network test will be exclusively available for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S players, You can register for it by following these simple steps:

  1. Head to the official Elden Ring Nightreign Network test application page and choose your language.
  2. Scroll down and click on the “Apply Now” button below the gameplay trailer.
  3. Next, hit the “Apply for the Closed Network Test” button. 
  4. Select your preferred platform and enter your email address.
  5. Complete the registration by clicking the “Submit” button.

Keep in mind that signing up for early access doesn’t guarantee participation and selected players will get to play only a portion of the full game. Lastly, the registrations are open until January 20, so make sure to apply for the network test before this deadline.

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