Elden Ring: Nightreign Release Time, Preload Info, Gameplay Features & More

Yashna Talwar
May 25, 2025 (UPDATED: May 25, 2025 19:13 IST)

Elden Ring: Nightreign launches May 30 with global PC and console release times, preload details, co-op gameplay, and a fresh setting in Limveld. Here’s everything you need to know before diving in.

Get ready, Tarnished! Elden Ring: Nightreign, FromSoftware's latest standalone adventure, is set to release soon, bringing a fresh twist to the Lands Between.

Release Times: When Can You Dive In?

PC (Steam) Global Launch:

India (IST): May 30 at 3:30 AM
US West (PDT): May 29 at 3:00 PM
US East (EDT): May 29 at 6:00 PM
UK (BST): May 29 at 11:00 PM
Central Europe (CEST): May 30 at 12:00 AM
Japan (JST): May 30 at 7:00 AM

Console (PlayStation & Xbox):

Unlocks at 12:00 AM local time on May 30.

Preload Details: Get Ready Ahead of Time

PC (Steam): Preload starts on May 29.
Consoles: Preload begins on May 28.
Download Size: Approximately 21 GB.

Gameplay Overview: What Awaits in Nightreign?

Standalone Experience: No need to own the original Elden Ring. Nightreign offers a fresh, self-contained adventure.
Setting: Explore Limveld, a procedurally generated realm inspired by Limgrave.
Co-op Focus: Designed for three-player online co-op, though solo play is also an option.
Gameplay Loop: Survive through three in-game days, facing escalating challenges and culminating in a formidable boss battle.
Classes: Choose from eight distinct Nightfarers, each with unique abilities and playstyles.
Progression: While character progress resets each session, you can unlock permanent upgrades using relics and Murk currency.

Post-Launch Plans: What's on the Horizon?

Two-Player Co-op: Currently, Nightreign supports three-player co-op. However, the developers have acknowledged the demand for two-player support and are considering adding it in a future update.

Elden Ring Expands: A Cinematic Journey Ahead

In addition to the game's release, Elden Ring is set to receive a live-action film adaptation. Directed by Alex Garland and produced in collaboration with A24, the movie aims to bring the rich lore of the Lands Between to the big screen.

Prepare your gear, rally your allies, and get ready to embark on a new journey in Elden Ring: Nightreign. The challenges of Limveld await!