Elden Ring Nightreign is the most punishing multiplayer experience I’ve ever played, and I don’t entirely mean that in a good way. While a lot of the experience feels mysterious at first, there’s a very clear formula that becomes apparent the more you play. This also isn’t your typical multiplayer experience that you’ll want to keep playing for weeks. Embracing the PainWhile you’re playing every match on the same map, there’s different events and visual flair for each Expedition. More than anything, Nightreign feels like a sandbox for FromSoftware to try something new, implement ideas, and see how they land.