"Elden Ring: Nightreign Matchmaking, Solo Expeditions, and More Updates Coming Soon"

Elden Ring Nightreign, the latest expansion from FromSoftware, has been making waves since its release across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC. However, players quickly ran into matchmaking difficulties during the launch weekend. Fortunately, the development team responded swiftly to address these concerns, particularly for PlayStation users.

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Matchmaking Issues and Solutions

Soon after launch, players reported significant issues with matchmaking in Elden Ring Nightreign. On May 31, FromSoftware took to Twitter (X) to provide guidance for PlayStation 4 and PS5 players encountering problems. The developer noted that a NAT type 3 setting could interfere with matchmaking functionality on PSN. To resolve this, they advised checking your NAT type by navigating through the following steps:

• Home > Settings > Network > Connection Status > Check Connection Status

In an earlier tweet, FromSoftware also encouraged players facing connection issues to restart the matchmaking process. While no official patch has yet been announced to permanently fix matchmaking across all platforms, the developers continue to monitor feedback and improve the system.

Patch 1.02: Solo Expedition Enhancements

Just days before the matchmaking announcement, FromSoftware revealed plans for Patch 1.02 via Twitter (X) on May 30. This upcoming update will focus specifically on enhancing the solo expedition experience in Elden Ring Nightreign. According to the developer, the patch is expected to roll out sometime next week, with further details to follow as the release date approaches.

The key improvements include:

• Automatic Revival Upon Defeat – Ensures smoother progression during solo runs.
• Increase in Rune Rewards – Offers better incentives for players tackling challenges alone.

Given that many players find solo play to be the most challenging way to experience the game, these adjustments aim to make solo expeditions more enjoyable and rewarding without compromising the signature difficulty of FromSoftware titles.

Community Feedback and Future Additions

Fans have also expressed interest in additional features such as a two-player co-op mode, integrated communication tools, and cross-platform play. While FromSoftware has acknowledged some of these requests, including the potential addition of two-player support post-launch, there's still no confirmation on when or if those features will arrive.

Despite some shortcomings in multiplayer mechanics, Elden Ring Nightreign has received “Mostly Positive” reviews on Steam. Players appreciate the bold shift toward competitive multiplayer while still retaining the punishing gameplay that Soulsborne fans adore.

Here at Game8, we awarded Elden Ring Nightreign an impressive 84 out of 100. Our review praised the game’s unique blend of intense Soulsborne design and chaotic multiplayer action, keeping players engaged round after round. Although certain imbalances in co-op and solo modes can leave you feeling bruised and battered, the experience remains thrilling and deeply addictive.

For a full breakdown of our thoughts on Elden Ring Nightreign, [ttpp] check out our detailed review here.