Launched just a few days ago, the new Nightreign spin-off of Elden Ring quickly established itself as an event, attracting two million players in its first day. Designed as a three-player cooperative multiplayer game, this project by FromSoftware promises to extend the experience of the original game by refocusing it on the synergy between companions. But for many, one absence was immediately noticeable: the two-player cooperative mode.
This design choice raised many questions from the very beginning. Contrary to what the title and the universe suggested, Nightreign does not allow – at least for now – to form a two-player team. Expeditions must be done solo or in trios, leaving duos in a gray area where they must deal with a randomly assigned third player. This situation has proven counterintuitive for anyone playing as a couple or in a group of friends of only two people. When asked about this by IGN, game director Junya Ishizaki acknowledged a form of negligence in the design of the multiplayer system. he states:
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While its transparency has been praised, it still doesn't solve the problem for players who simply want to explore the world of Limveld with a single play partner. The good news, however, is that this gap will soon be filled. In a message to players, the development teams confirmed that duo play will be the subject of an upcoming update. No specific timeline has been given yet, but this announcement marks a step towards taking into account players' real-life usage. It also confirms that Nightreign is still in the midst of an adjustment phase.
This observation is even more evident with the release of patch 1.01.1, the first major update since the game's release. While it doesn't yet resolve the issue of duo mode, it does provide significant relief for solo players. They now have an automatic "revival" effect in the event of defeat during clashes against the Night Lords, as well as increased rune gains. Other adjustments have been made, such as increasing the drop rate for rare relics, particularly during extended expeditions or purchases at the bazaar. These patches demonstrate FromSoftware's clear desire to make Nightreign more accessible, without denying the demanding philosophy inherent in its games.
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