Elden Ring Nightreign Scalpers and Scammers Already on the Loose

FromSoftware has begun sending confirmation emails for the highly anticipated Elden Ring: Nightreign Network Test. Read on to learn more about the test and the unfortunately prevalent scams targeting eager players.

FromSoftware Sends Elden Ring: Nightreign Playtest Confirmation Emails

On January 30th, 2025, FromSoftware announced via Twitter (X) that confirmation emails for the Elden Ring: Nightreign network test had been dispatched. Excited fans quickly shared their confirmation emails, expressing their anticipation for the test and gratitude for being selected.

Those receiving confirmation emails will receive a follow-up email on February 11th, 2025, containing a unique code to download the Network Test client for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

Registration for the test ran from January 10th to 20th, 2025. Unfortunately, FromSoftware has not yet indicated whether additional test opportunities will be available for those who didn't receive an email.

The Elden Ring: Nightreign Network Test

FromSoftware describes the network test as a "preliminary verification test" where selected players experience a portion of the game before launch. This large-scale test will help assess the online systems' capacity to handle multiple players simultaneously.

The Elden Ring: Nightreign Network Test will run from February 14th to 16th, 2025, with five 3-hour sessions:

• Session 1: February 14th, 3 AM - 6 AM PT
• Session 2: February 14th, 7 PM - 10 PM PT
• Session 3: February 15th, 11 AM - 2 PM PT
• Session 4: February 16th, 3 AM - 6 AM PT
• Session 5: February 16th, 7 PM - 10 PM PT

Beware of Scammers and Scalpers!

Reports indicate a scam circulating on Steam, where players receive fake Elden Ring: Nightreign Network Test invites. These malicious links redirect users to phishing sites, potentially compromising accounts and spreading the scam via mass messages to their friends lists. FromSoftware emphasizes that official registration and confirmation occurred only through their website and social media channels. Any links outside these sources should be treated with extreme caution.

Adding insult to injury, scalpers are already attempting to capitalize on the excitement. Despite codes not being released until February 11th, listings for "confirmed test codes" are appearing on various online marketplaces, with exorbitant prices ranging from $150 to $200, and some even being auctioned.

Elden Ring: Nightreign, initially announced at the Game Awards 2024, is slated for release on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S in 2025. While a precise release date remains unannounced, you can stay updated on all the latest news by visiting our dedicated Elden Ring: Nightreign page.