Duo seamless co-op in Elden Ring Nightreign, a creation of the original's revered author, is currently available and plans for further expansion are underway.
FromSoftware's fresh take on the Soulsborne genre, Elden Ring Nightreign, is a three-player co-op roguelike adventure, but it lacks a duos mode for those who prefer playing as a pair. While the game's director mentioned that duos support might be considered post-launch[1], there's no official word yet. Fortunately, the modding community has come to the rescue with a Seamless Co-op mod[1][2][3], offering PC players an unofficial duos solution.
The Seamless Co-op Mod: A Game-changer for Duos Play
Designed by the renowned modder Yui, the Seamless Co-op mod[2] allows PC players to bypass FromSoftware's matchmaking servers and connect with their friends through a peer-to-peer connection instead[2]. This method, along with the creation of a different save file for the modded game, ensures that players won't face any risks of being banned by the developers' anti-cheat systems[2].
To get started with the Seamless Co-op mod, users must drag the project's files into their Elden Ring Nightreign game folder, edit the file to select the number of players in their party, and use the executable to launch the game with the mod active[2]. This is the only way to start the game with the mod enabled[2].
Once inside the Roundtable Hold, players can invite their friends through Steam's matchmaking menu and jump right into the action[2].
While the mod currently operates in a rushed alpha state[3], it works well, and improvements are expected with future releases[3]. Yui has also stated that the mod will be expanded upon in the future, potentially including additional gameplay options and support for parties of up to four players or more[3].
The Future of Duos Support in Elden Ring Nightreign
As always, the modding community continues to amaze, providing solutions where none exist officially. However, it's essential to remain hopeful for an official duos mode in Elden Ring Nightreign eventually. With the developers expressing interest in exploring the duos aspect post-launch[1], it's possible that an official solution may be on the horizon.
For now, PC players can enjoy duos play with the Seamless Co-op mod while keeping an eye out for any official announcements regarding duos support.
Playing Elden Ring Nightreign: Worth the Hype
Despite the current limitations, Elden Ring Nightreign is an exciting, experimental take on Soulsborne gameplay[4]. Though issues with map and enemy variety may hamper the game's potential, it remains a must-play for Souls fans looking for action-packed, co-op fun[4]. The game is available for $39.99, but you can snag it for $33.99 at Newegg with the promo codes XVSAVE (Xbox) or EPES3Z23 (PC)[4].
Elden Ring Nightreign – $33.99 at Newegg w/ promo code (Xbox, PC)
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[1] Ishizaki discusses Elden Ring Nightreign's multiplayer design[2] Seamless Co-op (Nightreign) mod on Nexus Mods[3] Seamless Co-op (Nightreign) mod forum on Nexus Mods[4] Elden Ring Nightreign review at PC Gamer
- Players looking for a PC gaming experience can try Elden Ring Nightreign's Seamless Co-op mod, which allows for unofficial duos play.
- This peer-to-peer mod, developed by Yui, enables players to connect with friends without relying on FromSoftware's matchmaking servers.
- To use the Seamless Co-op mod, players need to download and edit certain files before launching the game from the executable.
- Though the mod is currently in an alpha state, it offers a viable alternative for those hoping for an official Elden Ring Nightreign duos mode.
