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Elden Ring Nightreign Unveils Game-Changing Day-One Patch Before Launch!

2025-05-30

Author: Wei Ling

Hold onto your gaming chairs, folks! The much-anticipated "Elden Ring Nightreign" is just hours away from its official launch, and Bandai Namco is already stirring the pot with an exciting day-one patch that promises to enhance your experience from the get-go!

Dubbed Patch 1.01, this update is live now, with the multiplayer phenomenon set to unleash its magic on May 29 or 30, depending on your timezone. Mark your calendars because you won’t want to miss a moment of Limveld!

So, what’s in the patch? Bandai Namco has revealed a treasure trove of improvements! Expect refined handling for characters, crucial balance tweaks, fresh character scenarios, and even a boost to the soundtrack. And wait, there’s more—numerous pesky bugs have been squashed for smoother gameplay!

Bandai Namco assures fans that this update is designed to amp up gameplay and stability, crafting the perfect launch experience. And if you want to ensure you’re rocking the latest version, just look for ‘Ver. 1.01’ at the bottom right of your title screen when you log in!

In a recent chat with IGN, the game’s director, Junya Ishizaki, shared some intriguing insights about the design choices. He confirmed that the game focuses on solo and trio play, leaving out the option for a simple duo to jump in together without a third. Ishizaki candidly admitted this was an oversight, saying, "We aimed to create an optimal three-player co-op experience, and unfortunately, the duos feature slipped through the cracks."

However, he reassured fans that they’ve put considerable effort into making it enjoyable for solo players as well, while still eyeing potential updates for duo gameplay after launch. So, if you’re teaming up with a friend, brace yourselves for the arrival of a wild-card third player—you might just get matched with a pro!

To prepare you for your journey in Nightreign, check out our essential tips and tricks following the network test. And don’t forget to keep an eye on the IGN Nightreign wiki for more guides when the game officially drops!