Elden Ring: Two-Player Co-Op Update in Consideration

The director of Elden Ring Nightreign, Junya Ishizaki, has hinted at the potential addition of a two-player co-op mode following the game's launch. Dive deeper to learn about the seventh Nightfarer and what enhancements the development team is contemplating post-launch.

Elden Ring Nightreign: Gearing Up for Launch

Exploring a Two-Player Co-Op Option Post-Launch

Elden Ring Nightreign might introduce a two-player co-op feature in future updates. In a recent interview with IGN on May 23, Director Junya Ishizaki acknowledged that the development team had initially overlooked the appeal of a two-player mode.

Currently, Elden Ring Nightreign supports solo play and three-player co-op, automatically matching a third player to duos. Ishizaki emphasized that the game's focus was on the three-player co-op and the traditional solo experience beloved by Souls fans, inadvertently sidelining the two-player option. He expressed regret for this oversight and shared, "So in putting all our efforts into that aspect, we kind of overlooked and neglected the duos aspect, but this is something that we are looking at and considering for post-launch support as well."

Solo vs. Trio: Understanding the Dynamics

Although the game doesn't yet offer a native two-player mode, solo play remains a viable option for those unable to engage in the three-player co-op. Ishizaki noted that despite the game being structured for trios, players often operate independently, which naturally supports solo gameplay.

He elaborated, "So solo play is generally encouraged and is a natural part of the game loop, but also in general for those solo players — and this might be something that's difficult to notice in multiplayer — but the activeness and aggressiveness of enemies towards any one single player has been adjusted so that you don't find yourself in any unreasonable multi-foe fights."

Recognizing the increased challenge for solo players without teammates to revive them, the developers have included a self-revive mechanic scattered throughout the map, offering players more opportunities to continue their journey.

Introducing the Executor: The Seventh Nightfarer

As Elden Ring Nightreign approaches its release, FromSoftware revealed the seventh Nightfarer, Executor, on Twitter (X) on May 26. Described as a "condemned warrior who wields a cursed katana blade," Executor was briefly showcased in the game's 10-minute overview trailer.

Now, FromSoftware has released a dedicated character trailer for Executor, detailing his unique abilities and his role within the world of Limveld. Executor's passive ability, Tenacity, enhances his performance when cleansed from status effects. His character skill, Cursed Sword, allows him to enter a special stance, deflecting enemy attacks. His Ultimate Art, Aspects of the Crucible: Beast, transforms him into a Primordial Beast, enabling him to wreak havoc on the battlefield.

Worldwide Release Schedule Announced

FromSoftware shared the global release timings for Elden Ring Nightreign on Twitter (X) on May 23. Fans eager to play can consult the post for exact launch times in their regions.

Notably, there may be a time difference between the PC and console releases in certain areas. For instance, players in the PDT timezone will access the PC version on May 29 at 3:00 PM, six hours before the console version. Pre-loading will be available 48 hours before the game's launch across all platforms, allowing players to download and dive in as soon as it's released.

With less than a week until launch, FromSoftware is ramping up efforts for Elden Ring Nightreign, set to hit PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on May 30, 2025. Stay updated with the latest news on the game by checking out our dedicated article!