The Roundtable Hold in Elden Ring's Nightreign showcases a dilapidated, nostalgic world bearing remnants of the original game. While retaining familiar enemies and combat mechanics, Nightreign challenges players to approach gameplay in a revolutionary manner—promoting speed and cooperation over meticulous exploration. Players embark on timed Expeditions to battle chosen bosses while navigating an ever-changing landscape filled with escalating challenges. This shift offers a refreshing take, ultimately creating an experience that, despite its contradictions to the conventional approach of From Software games, emerges as a successful and engaging title.
The Roundtable Hold has seen better days. Weeds break through cracks in its rotting floorboards ... sunlight is bleeding through a gaping hole...
Nightreign's combat mechanics are almost identical, making it easy to fall into a habitual groove as you roll through attacks and strike back.
In many ways, it's the antithesis of what people typically come to From Software games for, yet somehow, this experimental non-sequel is an absolute triumph.
It all starts with Nightreign's enticing structure. You choose the boss you want to fight, then embark on a 35- to 45-minute Expedition.
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