Elden Ring Nightreign Is Easier In Solo, Technically

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Summary

  • Elden Ring Nightreign‘s solo mode offers some leniency.
  • You’ll still be fighting the same number of enemies, and some bosses even split up into three.
  • The lack of a duos mode is the biggest complaint against the game.

At long last, Elden Ring: Nightreign has arrived! If you’re fortunate enough to have two friends with schedules that align with yours, get ready for an unforgettable adventure. The absence of a cooperative mode and built-in voice chat functionality in the game has sparked some controversy among players, earning it a ‘Mixed’ rating on Steam. However, until FromSoftware integrates cooperative play, you can still enjoy the game solo.

If you find yourself without a three-player party for Nightreign, don’t worry! You can still play it on your own. Navigate to the Lost Table of Grace, then click on the ‘Expeditions’ menu’s second tab and choose ‘solo’. This can be done even while connected online. Keep in mind that although the game becomes less challenging, there’s a twist:

As you play solo, the game scales down its difficulty to cater to a single player. However, this adjustment comes with a caveat: the loot rewards you would normally receive for playing with others will be reduced. So, while it’s easier to play on your own, you’ll get less loot compared to when playing in a group.

All The Changes In Elden Ring Nightreign’s Solo Mode

If you opt for a solo game of Nightreign, initial enemy health will be reduced, making them easier to defeat. However, since the quantity of enemies remains constant, there’s a risk of being overrun. You can purchase a powerful Wending Grace item for 10,000 runes before facing the final boss as a backup in case you perish. Other than that, you’ll be playing entirely by yourself.

While it’s debatable if this feature eases the gameplay, Elden Ring Nightreign seems to be primarily designed for three-player cooperation. For example, numerous bosses will divide into three, making it easier for each player to handle one. Take the case of Gladius, who splits into three wolves, or the Tree Sentinel boss with two Royal Cavalrymen, where usually each enemy targets a single player.

In solo play, although you get a break on HP and revives, you’ll still encounter the same number of enemies and bosses without backup from other players. Importantly, this also implies that, unlike in team games, there won’t be anyone around to resuscitate you when you fall.

It’s worth considering whether playing solo in Elden Ring might be more challenging than playing with trios. If you’ve heavily relied on the Mimic Tear Ash, you may find the game more difficult when playing alone.

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2025-05-30 14:35