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Elden Ring Nightreign Duo Expeditions on the Way, FromSoftware Confirms as Sales Jump to 3.5 Million

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In just five days since its release, the Elden Ring Nightreign has reached a staggering 3.5 million copies sold, and what was initially a mixed Steam user review rating has now transformed into mostly positive feedback.

In a striking demonstration of popularity, Elden Ring has been an unprecedented success, racking up sales of 30 million units since it hit shelves in 2022. It appears challenging for Nightreign to replicate such success. To put things into perspective, the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion saw a staggering 5 million copies sold within just three days following its release in 2024.

In its very first day, the multiplayer spin-off from FromSoftware achieved sales of 2 million units, yet it received a mixed reception on Valve’s platform.

A significant portion of the early criticism focused on Nightreign’s harsh single-player mode, its absence of duos cooperative play, lack of voice communication, and outdated mechanics. The classic multiplayer challenge of gathering enough friends for a well-coordinated three-person team is also present in the Elden Ring Nightreign experience.

As explained in iggn.ru‘s Elden Ring Nightreign review: “Let’s get the most important caveat out of the way first: if you are hoping to tackle Nightreign entirely solo, and are anything less than a hardcore Elden Ring player that actively seeks out ways to make that already difficult game even more challenging, Nightreign isn’t for you. Yes, there is technically a single-player option, but it is so poorly balanced that I would be shocked if it isn’t patched and adjusted within the first month of release. And this is coming from someone who lives and breathes these types of games.”

On Monday, FromSoftware dropped an update, making solo gaming smoother for me. Granted, there were some hiccups with multiplayer over the weekend, but overall, the vibe among fellow gamers seems to be more positive now.

Last week, Yasuhiro Kitao, the producer of Elden Ring Nightreign, expressed his gratitude on social media for the strong initial sales and acknowledged the support of players who played the game despite its unique features.

As a devoted fan, I can’t help but notice the unique elements that set Nightreign apart from our previous games. Despite its differences, I’ve been thrilled to see so many of you daringly dive into this new world, and I want to express my heartfelt appreciation for your courage.

Similar to Demon’s Souls or Sekiro, Nightreign might seem puzzling at the start. However, just like those games, it presents unique challenges and experiences. Overcoming the initial difficulties will undoubtedly lead to a distinctive feeling of achievement.

“We hope you enjoy it.”

Beyond the upcoming DLC this year, FromSoftware plans to roll out additional features incrementally. Starting in June, you can expect upgraded encounters with existing Nightlords, and eventually, Duo Expeditions will be introduced at a later point.

Introducing duos might offer a bit of comfort to those who felt it was missing at launch. Elden Ring: Nightreign immerses players into the ever-changing world of Limveld, where you can journey and battle for survival individually or in teams of three. However, two-player cooperative play is not available in this game.

In iggn.ru‘s interview with Elden Ring Nightreign director Junya Ishizaki, the Nightreign lead developer discussed the choice to lean on solos and trios as the core experience options. When asked why there’s no option for a pair of players to drop in together without a matchmade third player, Ishizaki said it was overlooked.

Apologies for any inconvenience, but during our development process, we inadvertently missed the mark when it came to designing Nightreign as a two-player game initially. You see, our aim from day one was to create a thrilling multiplayer co-op experience for three players, and that’s exactly what Nightreign is at its core. We’re genuinely excited about this three-player journey we’ve crafted for you!

Ishizaki added, “I, too, as a player, appreciate moments when I can just play without any distractions. That’s why we thought about it right from the beginning.

We focused a great deal on designing an enjoyable single-player experience, taking advantage of the possibilities offered by the rules and new systems. However, in doing so, we may have unintentionally neglected the duos aspect. But don’t worry, we are thinking about improving this part for future updates after the launch.

In this setup, if you’re only playing with your preferred duo partner, you must agree to let a random individual join your game as a third party. The gameplay of Elden Ring Nightreign primarily revolves around trios.

You’ll find numerous tips and strategies for defeating all eight Nightlord Bosses in Nightreign. If you’re curious about how to access the two hidden Nightfarer Classes, take a look at our guides on “How to Unlock the Revenant” and “How to Unlock the Duchess.” Additionally, we have a guide that explains “How to Change Characters” in case you want to switch things up.

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2025-06-03 10:30

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