Elden Ring’s roguelike spinoff, Nightreign, has finally broken its review embargo, leaving gamers with a plethora of conflicting opinions. The game promises to be both brilliant and frustrating, making it a divisive experience among players.
Reviewers are divided on the game’s effectiveness in capturing the essence of Elden Ring. Tyler Colp praises the game as “both a trend-defying remix of Elden Ring and also a pile of complete bullshit that I shouldn’t have to deal with,” highlighting its ability to deliver both exhilarating moments and arduous challenges.
GamesRadar’s Will Sawyer agrees, stating that Nightreign is an “uncharacteristically frantic and fast-paced ride” that brings new energy to the Elden Ring experience. However, he also notes that the game can be “extremely hard,” particularly in its solo mode.
IGN’s Mitchell Saltzman calls Nightreign a “weird one,” acknowledging both its potential frustrations, such as poor solo mode balance, and its satisfying progression arc when played with friends. Eurogamer’s Ed Nightingale praises the game’s emphasis on sharing memorable moments with others, citing its battle royale-style circle closure as particularly enjoyable.
Digital Trends’ Giovanni Colantonio finds the multiplayer experience marred by matchmaking issues, making it challenging to join games or group up with randoms. Meanwhile, Paste’s Garrett Martin appreciates Nightreign’s unique blend of elements, which often come together to create a more satisfying roguelike experience than expected.
Ultimately, opinions on Nightreign will continue to be debated, with some players finding the game both brilliant and frustrating in equal measure. As one reviewer noted, “Nightreign can be a frustrating slog,” but with good teamwork and strategy, it can also be deeply satisfying.
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