Mastering fundamental skills is crucial for navigating the harsh landscape of Limveld in Elden Ring: Nightreign. The game adheres to the conventional “die and learn” format typical of soul-like games, with Margit, the Fell Omen serving as the introductory boss. Although it’s possible to advance past him after a defeat, overcoming Margit brings a significant reward.
The games produced by FromSoftware are well-known for their challenging nature, with Elden Ring: Nightreign being the newest addition to this series. In contrast to previous titles, the developers have incorporated a cooperative roguelike gameplay style while maintaining the original Elden Ring as its foundation. Nightreign introduces fresh challenges, new characters known as Nightlords, and levels of difficulty that will catch both seasoned players and newcomers off guard.
Unfortunately, there seems to be no progress on the matchmaking improvements that many have been eagerly awaiting. Despite the long queue times being acknowledged as an issue, it appears they won’t be addressed in the upcoming patch, so be prepared for potential extended waits if you’re looking forward to trying out the multiplayer.
In the expansive vistas of Avalon within Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon, you’ll come across numerous Non-Player Characters (NPCs). Just as in real life, each NPC has distinct issues they are grappling with. They find themselves in dire straits and desperately seek assistance. One such task is “Tightening The Screws,” where guards and workers enlist your aid in identifying a saboteur who is causing havoc within their work environment.
Furthermore, there are numerous other aspects that make this game unusual. To begin with, FromSoftware emphasizes that this isn’t a typical Elden Ring experience, despite the name having some marketing allure. It is a game in the rogue-like genre where players attempt to conquer one of the eight Nightlords during runs lasting three days. The game doesn’t shy away from incorporating mechanics found in battle royale titles, such as a shrinking play area, hero characters (Nightfarers), limited inventory space for weapons and items, and even a hint of base-building (albeit not fully developed).