Elden Ring: Nightreign Global release date, time - How to Preload on PC, PS5, and Xbox?

By Aniket Kuila

Category: Gaming

International Release Date

Elden Ring: Nightreign, due to take place across the globe on May 30, 2025 (actual timing to be confirmed by platform and region).

Console Launch Timing

On PS5 and Xbox, the game is available at midnight local time on May 30, as the date rolls over locally in each time zone.

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PC Release Time

The game is now available on PC (Steam) across the world from 12:00 AM CEST on May 30 (3:30 AM IST for Indian players).

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Preload

Preload will be available on PS4, Xbox One, Origin, and Steam 48 hours before the release of the game, meaning players can install the game ahead of launch.

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PC (Steam) Preload

To preload on Steam, visit the Elden Ring: Nightreign store page, and then pre-purchase the game.

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Preloading on PS5

To preload on the PS5, first pre-purchase the game on the PlayStation Store, then head to your library to start the preload.

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Xbox preloading

Pre-order Mafia: Definitive Edition in the Xbox Store, and the preload option will appear in your game library once it’s ready.

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Download Size

Approximately 21 GB on consoles and 30 GB on PC Please ensure you have the appropriate space on your HDD.

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No Crossplay Support

Elden Ring: Nightreign does not support crossplay, so players can only team up with users from the same platform.

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A Standalone Game

Co-op rogue-like in a parallel universe to Elden Ring, with 8 classes, 3 day gameplay cycles, ending in an epic boss battle.

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