Elden Ring Nightreign Hits 300k Players in First Hour

Elden Ring Nightreign has launched with an impressive 300,000 players jumping in during its first hour. Discover the game’s concurrent player peak and the content included in its day-one patch.

Elden Ring Nightreign is Out Now!

Over 300,000 Players in the First 60 Minutes

Elden Ring Nightreign, one of the most awaited releases, attracted over 300,000 players within the first hour of its launch. According to SteamDB data, the game started with 297,313 concurrent players and climbed to 313,593 in just one hour.

These figures represent about one-third of Elden Ring's all-time concurrent player peak. This strong launch is notable, especially considering Nightreign’s Metacritic score of 77, making it the lowest-rated FromSoftware game in recent years. In comparison, their recent titles have scored much higher: Sekiro (2019) at 90, Elden Ring (2022) at 96, and Armored Core VI (2023) with an 86.

At Game8, we awarded Elden Ring Nightreign an 84 out of 100 for its unique approach, blending FromSoftware's signature challenging Soulsborne style with thrilling multiplayer chaos that keeps players engaged round after round. While the co-op and solo modes show some imbalance, they remain enjoyable, delivering a fiercely intense experience that leaves you feeling both battered and captivated. For more details on our review, check out our full article below!