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Elden Ring: Nightreign’s matchmaking issues have been acknowledged and partially resolved by developer FromSoftware. Below, you'll find details on how to troubleshoot matchmaking problems and what to expect from the upcoming patch aimed at enhancing the solo experience.
Elden Ring: Nightreign Now Available!
FromSoftware's Elden Ring: Nightreign has officially launched across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC platforms. However, players experienced significant matchmaking difficulties during the launch weekend.
Matchmaking Struggles
Upon release, many players reported prolonged wait times and failed matchmaking attempts. In response, FromSoftware took to Twitter (X) on May 31 to address the issue, particularly for PlayStation users.
The studio noted that players using NAT Type 3 might encounter connectivity issues while matchmaking on PSN. To resolve this, they advised checking your NAT type through the following steps:
Home > Settings > Network > Connection Status > Check Connection Status
Additionally, FromSoftware encouraged players who encountered failed matchmaking attempts to restart the matchmaking process in hopes of a successful connection. As of now, there are no official fixes or patches announced for other platforms.
Patch 1.02: Solo Expedition Improvements
Just one day after the game’s initial release, FromSoftware confirmed via Twitter (X) on May 30 that a new patch focused on improving solo expedition gameplay was in development.
This update—expected to roll out within the following week—will include several key changes designed to make solo play more enjoyable. Among them:
- Automatic Revival Upon Defeat during solo expeditions
- Increased Rune Rewards, helping players recover faster between encounters
These adjustments aim to balance the difficulty curve, as many players found soloing the game to be overly punishing compared to co-op sessions.
Despite current limitations, fans continue to request features such as a two-player limit in lobbies, built-in voice chat, and cross-platform play. While these remain absent for now, the multiplayer mode has still received "Mostly Positive" reviews on Steam, showing strong player engagement.
At Game8, we awarded Elden Ring: Nightreign an impressive 84 out of 100, praising its bold integration of FromSoftware's signature challenge into a fast-paced multiplayer arena. Although some imbalances in co-op and solo modes can lead to frustrating experiences, the chaotic fun keeps players coming back for more.
To read our full thoughts on Elden Ring: Nightreign, [click here][ttpp].
