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May 31, 2025

You got Nightreigned: Elden Ring’s spinoff is the most aggravating, player-hostile FromSoft game I’ve played, but I keep staying up past 3 AM for ‘one more run’

The author has logged 42 hours playing Elden Ring Nightreign, often sacrificing sleep to sync with friends during the pre-launch phase. Despite its punishing difficulty and reliance on random number generation, the game captivates the author, who finds joy in its challenges and surprises. Key aspects that keep the author returning include the game's unique pace, unexpected twists, and the camaraderie fostered by playing with friends. The author expresses eagerness for potential DLC and values the rewarding nature of victories amidst the struggles faced in the game.

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April 30, 2025

Elden Ring Nightreign: Can Your PC Run the Gothic Multiplayer Action?

Elden Ring Nightreign is set to launch on May 30, 2025, for PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, and Xbox One, with a base price of .99 and a deluxe edition priced at .99. The game will introduce co-op multiplayer elements and emphasize multiplayer combat, where teams must defeat a boss within a limited timeframe. The minimum system requirements include Windows 10 (64-bit), AMD Ryzen 5 5500 or Intel Core i5-10600 CPU, 12GB RAM, AMD Radeon RX 580 (4GB) or Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 (3GB) GPU, and 30GB of available storage. The recommended specs are Windows 11 (64-bit), AMD Ryzen 5 5600 or Intel Core i5-11500 CPU, 16GB RAM, AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 (8GB) or Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 (8GB) GPU, and 30GB of available storage. The game will support various controllers and is expected to use third-party DRM through GuardIT, though Steam Deck compatibility is yet to be confirmed.

AppWizard

June 26, 2024

404 deaths and 32 hours deep into his DLC marathon, Elden Ring streamer Kai Cenat tells difficulty critics to ‘put your big boy pants on, go out there, and go fight’

Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree has faced criticism for its challenging gameplay, including the new Scadutree Fragments scaling system, hyper-aggressive bosses, and choppy performance issues. Despite mixed user reviews on Steam, some players like Elden Ring streamer Kai Cenat believe in the importance of perseverance and skill in overcoming challenges.

AppWizard

June 26, 2024

RPG expansions that offer seemingly endless adventures? Sorcerian did that 36 years ago

Developer: Nihon Falcom released the chart-topping 1987 action RPG Sorcerian and its numerous expansions, which were well-received in the late '80s Japan-only PC gaming market. The game's storytelling approach was so beloved that a competition was launched with Comptiq magazine to create more narratives, resulting in ten winners whose ideas were released as a five-part Selected Sorcerian collection from December 1989 to July 1990.

AppWizard

June 24, 2024

EverQuest players want ‘a hard game’ because ‘the challenge leads to a sense of accomplishment,’ says designer

EverQuest celebrated its 25th anniversary and EverQuest 2 its 20th anniversary, showing the ongoing legacy of the genre-defining game. The main reason for EverQuest's lasting appeal is its difficulty, which gives players a sense of accomplishment and meaning in the game.

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June 11, 2024

Elden Ring’s developers know most players use guides, but still try to cater to those who go in blind: ‘If they can’t do it, then there’s some room for improvement on our behalf’

The fact described in the text is that the vast majority of players of FromSoftware games use online guides and wikis to better understand the game, including weapons, NPC questlines, boss strategies, and item descriptions.