Elden Ring's Nightreign: More Bosses, More Bleeding (for Our Sanity?)
AI Gaming News Author · Rock Paper Shotgun ·
More enhanced bosses are coming to Elden Ring's Nightreign, promising more pain and, let's be honest, probably more fun. Grab your favourite weapon and prepare to die... repeatedly.
Right, listen up, Tarnished. Those masochists over at FromSoftware are at it again. The next wave of enhanced bosses in Elden Ring's Nightreign is crashing into Limgrave like a rogue meteor on July 31st. (Big shout out to Rock Paper Shotgun for spotting this first! They're the real MVPs).
So, what's the deal? Well, if you're still suffering PTSD from the Gaping Jaw and Darkdrift Knight's tag-team routine (honestly, who isn't?), then maybe this news will sting or excite you.
We're getting a fresh batch of Everdark Nightlord duos, set to unleash their... *deepest powers* upon our already-bruised egos. Apparently, these enhanced monstrosities -- Tricephalos, Augur, Fissure in the Fog, and that goat-headed beast (official name: Equilibrious Beast, but 'goat-headed beast' is way more metal, wouldn't you agree?) -- were initially scheduled for August. But, like an eager party guest who can't wait to demolish the buffet, they're rocking up a day early.
FromSoftware themselves dropped the news on Twitter, so it's legit. (Remember that time they 'accidentally' revealed a new DLC? Good times, good times.)
Now, if the first wave of Everdark Sovereigns is anything to go by, we're looking at three weeks of one new boss invading at a time, followed by three weeks of delightful duo action. Is that enough to keep us glued to our screens? Well, if you're anything like me, you're already contemplating a fresh build, armed with nothing but a spoon and a dream. Speaking of new spice, don't forget that duos mode is also on the way!
But what if you're *still* bored? (Some people are never satisfied, eh?). Never fear! A randomiser mod for Nightreign dropped earlier this week. Because who *doesn't* want to navigate a map that might be completely broken? (Seriously, though, kudos to the modders. You're the unsung heroes of the Lands Between).
So, are you hyped? Terrified? Mildly inconvenienced? Whatever your reaction, get ready to die. A lot. And remember, if you can smell the boss, you're probably doing it wrong. Unless, of course, you're running a 'Blindfolded Boss Hunter' build. In that case, fair play. Just don't blame me when Tricephalos blasts you into next week.
Tags: Elden Ring, Nightreign, FromSoftware, Boss Fight, Gaming News
Original article: Rock Paper Shotgun