"Elden Ring Nightreign: Scalpers and Scammers Target Fans"

FromSoftware has thrilled fans by sending out confirmation emails for the Elden Ring Nightreign Network Test, which were announced via their Twitter (X) page on January 30, 2025. Those lucky enough to receive these emails are buzzing with excitement, eager to dive into the game and thankful to FromSoftware for their selection. If you're one of the chosen ones, mark your calendar for February 11, 2025, as you'll receive a unique code to download the Network Test client on your preferred platform, be it PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X|S.

Registration for the Elden Ring Nightreign Network Test opened on January 10, 2025, and closed on January 20, 2025. Unfortunately, those who applied but didn't receive an email will have to wait and see if FromSoftware plans additional test dates.

Elden Ring Nightreign Network Test

FromSoftware describes the network test as a "preliminary verification test" where selected testers will play a segment of the game before its full launch. This test is crucial for conducting large-scale network load tests to verify the online systems and server capabilities. The Elden Ring Nightreign Network Test is scheduled to run from February 14 to February 16, 2025, with participants able to join five 3-hour long sessions:

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

Scammers and Scalpers Already On The Move

Unfortunately, the excitement surrounding the Elden Ring Nightreign Network Test has attracted the attention of scammers and scalpers. Reports indicate a scam circulating on Steam where users receive an invite to the test, but clicking on it redirects them to suspicious pages that hack their accounts and spam their friend list with the same invite. Remember, FromSoftware only used their official website and social media for registration and confirmations, so be wary of any other links.

Additionally, scalpers have jumped into action, posting listings for "confirmed test codes" on various buy-and-sell sites, with prices ranging from $150 to $200, and some even being auctioned off. This is particularly concerning as the actual codes won't be available until February 11, 2025.

Elden Ring Nightreign was first unveiled at The Game Awards 2024, set to release on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S. FromSoftware has slated a 2025 release window, though an exact date remains undisclosed.

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