Elden Ring: Nightreign – A New Age of Shadows Begins
Step once more into the Lands Between, now cloaked in darkness. Elden Ring: Nightreign ushers in a haunting new chapter where the skies are eclipsed, and forgotten gods rise from the ashes. In this high-stakes expansion, players face the Nightlords—ancient rulers bound by curses and betrayal. With brutal new bosses, uncharted regions, and lore steeped in sorrow and ambition, Nightreign challenges even the most seasoned Tarnished to master deeper mechanics, explore forbidden ruins, and uncover the truth behind the Everdark.
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Kings of Perpetual Darkness: July 2025 Schedule Elden Ring
Kings of Perpetual Darkness are limited-time, high-difficulty versions of Lords of the Night, rotating weekly. From July 10 to 31, 2025, FromSoftware is reintroducing the first three Kings in pairs, giving players who missed previous events a chance to earn King Tokens. The schedule, announced on July 8, 2025, is as follows:
July 10-17:
Gaping Jaw (Adil, Night Baron)
Dark Knight (Fulgor, Hero of Nightglow)
Adil unleashes massive tornadoes that blanket the arena, while Fulgore attacks with lightning attacks that require careful dodging.
July 17-24:
Sentient Blight (Genie, Night Wisdom)
Dark Knight (Fulgor)
Genie is a duo of Moth and Scorpion, capable of reviving a limited number of times. Fire-based decks are particularly effective. July 24-31:
Gaping Jaw
Sentient Blight
This combination builds stamina through two challenging battles in a row.
Upcoming Content
Future Everdark Kings—Tricephalus, Augur, the Beast of Balance, and the Mist Rift—are scheduled to release after July, with release dates yet to be announced. Notably, no mention has been made of the Everdark version of Hyolstor, the Last Nightlord, fueling speculation about unannounced content.
Key Characters
Adel, the Night Baron (Gaping Jaw):
Adil is aggressive and storm-driven, summoning tornadoes that cover the entire arena and attacking relentlessly. The Everdark version adds environmental hazards and escalating storm phases.
Gnoster, Wisdom of the Night (Sentient Blight):
A boss weak to fire, composed of a moth and a scorpion. He can respawn a limited number of times, complicating the encounter.
Folgore, Nightglow Champion (Dark Knight):
Known for his lightning-fast combos, Folgore’s Everdark form introduces new AOE attacks and chain lightning.
Maris, Nightfall (Uncertain Dominion):
Vulnerable to lightning damage and known for her ability to cast a sleep spell that can be interrupted if timed correctly.
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Rewards and Progression Elden Ring
Defeating Everdark Sovereigns yields Sovereign Sigils (25 for first-time wins, fewer for repeats), redeemable at the Collector Signboard for:
- Relics: Enhance stats or grant abilities, like the Night of the Beast for fire builds.
- Vessels: Boost hero-specific ultimates.
- Skins: Cosmetic options, identical to mirror skins but purchasable with Sigils.
- Shifting Earth Activation: Costs one Sigil to unlock resource-rich areas.
- Relic Repair: Aesthetic upgrades, like restoring a Cracked Witch’s Brooch (3 Sigils).
Standard expeditions reward Murk, used for gear upgrades, and random Relics. The roguelike structure ensures varied loot, encouraging repeated runs.
System Requirements Elden Ring
To brave Limveld, ensure your system meets:
- Minimum:
- OS: Windows 10/11 64 Bit
- Processor: Intel Core i5-7500 / AMD Ryzen 3 1300X
- Memory: 8GB
- Video Card: NVIDIA GTX 1060 6GB / AMD RX 580 8GB
- Storage: 60GB
- Recommended:
- OS: Windows 11 64 Bit
- Processor: Intel Core i7-9700 / AMD Ryzen 5 5600X
- Memory: 16GB
- Video Card: NVIDIA RTX 3060 12GB / AMD RX 6700 XT 12GB
- Storage: 60GB
Community Sentiment and Future Content Elden Ring
The Everdark Sovereign pairs have sparked mixed reactions. Some players, like X user SweetPeachGames, express frustration at Gaping Jaw’s return, citing its punishing mechanics, while others embrace the challenge for its rewards. FromSoftware’s decision to rerun existing Sovereigns before introducing new ones disappointed some, but anticipation builds for Tricephalos’s rumored “dog-hydra” mechanics. A duos mode and DLC, teased for late 2025, promise new areas and bosses, with a network test held February 14–17, 2025, hinting at further refinements.
Why Play Nightreign?
Elden Ring Nightreign transforms the Soulslike formula with its roguelike expeditions, cooperative focus, and ever-evolving challenges. The Everdark Sovereigns add replayability, testing even veteran players with brutal, rewarding fights. Despite the steep learning curve and online-only events, Nightreign’s haunting world, strategic depth, and crossplay connectivity make it a must-play for FromSoftware fans.
Pros
- Dynamic roguelike expeditions
- Rewarding Everdark Sovereign challenges
- Seamless crossplay co-op
- Stunning RE Engine visuals
Cons
- Online-only Everdark events
- Steep difficulty may deter newcomers
