Elden Ring Nightreign Launches with Over 300,000 Concurrent Players in First Hour
Elden Ring Nightreign has officially launched, drawing over 300,000 concurrent players within its first hour of release. Discover more about the game's impressive player peak and the content included in its day-one patch.
Elden Ring Nightreign is Live!
A Strong Start: 300K+ Players in Just One Hour
Elden Ring Nightreign entered the gaming scene with a powerful launch, attracting over 300,000 players within the first 60 minutes. According to data from SteamDB, the game reached 297,313 concurrent players at launch, quickly climbing to 313,593 within an hour.
While this number represents roughly one-third of the original Elden Ring's all-time peak, it’s still an impressive achievement—especially considering the game currently holds a Metacritic score of 77. This makes Nightreign the lowest-rated FromSoftware title in recent years, especially when compared to critical darlings like Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice (90 in 2019), Elden Ring (96 in 2022), and Armored Core VI (86 in 2023).
At Game8, we awarded Elden Ring Nightreign an 84 out of 100. We found that the game successfully blends FromSoftware’s signature Soulsborne difficulty with fast-paced multiplayer mayhem, making each round addictive despite occasional balance issues. Whether playing solo or co-op, expect intense combat that leaves you bruised but eager for another try. For a deeper look into our impressions, read our full review below!
