Elden Ring Nightreign Where to Play
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You can play Elden Ring: Nightreign on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC, with the game going live globally starting May 30, 2025. If you're in North or South America, you might even get in a little earlier depending on your time zone.
What Platforms Can You Play Elden Ring Nightreign On
If you're wondering where you can actually boot up Nightreign, here's the full list:
PlayStation 5
PlayStation 4
Xbox Series X|S
Xbox One
PC (Windows; Steam)
There’s no Nintendo Switch version, and no confirmed Steam Deck optimization yet, but you can run it on Deck through PC mode if you're okay tweaking a bit.
Exact Release Times by Region
Elden Ring: Nightreign officially releases at midnight EDT on May 30, but due to time zones, some regions get access earlier.
Here's when you can start playing:
West Coast (PDT) – 9:00 p.m. on May 29
Central US (CDT) – 11:00 p.m. on May 29
East Coast (EDT) – 12:00 a.m. on May 30
Brazil (BRT) – 1:00 a.m. on May 30
Other global regions follow the standard midnight local launch time model, with preloads available in advance.
Final Blurb
If you're planning to dive into Nightreign, just make sure your platform is ready and that you're not sitting around wondering why the game won’t start at 8 p.m. local time. Midnight means midnight, unless you're lucky enough to live on the West Coast.
Happy portal-hopping.
FAQ
Q: Is Elden Ring: Nightreign available on Switch?
No, it's not on Nintendo Switch.
Q: Can I play Elden Ring: Nightreign on Steam Deck?
It's not officially Steam Deck Verified, but you can likely run it through Windows if you're tech-savvy.
Q: What time does Elden Ring: Nightreign release in Europe?
Midnight local time on May 30 in most European regions.
Q: Is there early access for pre-orders?
No, everyone gets access at launch based on their time zone.
Q: Can you preload Elden Ring: Nightreign?
Yes, preload is available roughly 48 hours before launch on all major platforms.
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