Tech Experts Slam Elden Ring Nightreign's Quality Mode

FromSoftware's latest game, Elden Ring Nightreign, has been analyzed for its performance on consoles, revealing significant shortcomings. Tech experts at Digital Foundry criticized the game's optimization, particularly for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series consoles, noting that it often fails to maintain a steady 60 frames per second, especially in the quality mode, which is deemed unnecessary. The PS5 Pro also does not support additional enhancements, delivering similar performance metrics as the base model. Despite this, Nightreign has sold over 3.5 million copies, with future updates promised to enhance co-op experiences and introduce tougher Nightlords.

Performance in Elden Ring Nightreign on consoles is lacking, with significant frame rate drops, especially in the quality mode. The game often struggles to achieve the target 60 frames per second, typically hovering between 30-45 frames on PS5, and mirroring similar gaps on Xbox consoles.

Elden Ring Nightreign builds upon the acclaimed foundation of its predecessor, Elden Ring. Players can expect familiar gameplay mechanics, rich lore, and the same immersive world, but Nightreign aims to remix these elements while introducing new challenges and experiences. As the game continues evolving through updates, it fosters a thriving community reflecting on its ambitious design and technical limitations.