The recent Elden Ring Nightreign announcement at The Game Awards has sparked excitement and speculation. While only a single trailer has been revealed, it hints at potential connections to the world of Elden Ring and, perhaps more intriguingly, the Dark Souls universe. Although Dark Souls isn’t explicitly mentioned, keen observers have noticed details suggesting these games might share a common world, possibly overlapping within Nightreign. The 2025 release will hopefully shed light on whether the Kingdom of Lordran and the Lands Between are connected.
Nightreign isn’t Elden Ring 2 but a standalone title playable solo or cooperatively. As if challenging enemies and bosses weren’t enough, the explorable area shrinks over time. Survival hinges on navigating a three-day-and-night cycle, with each cycle presenting unique enemy placements, rewards, and even alterations to the game world itself (Limveld). This dynamic design promises endless replayability and a wealth of secrets to uncover.
Echoes of Lordran in the Lands Between?
altA figure resembling a Firekeeper from Dark Souls in the Elden Ring Nightreign trailer.
The Nightreign trailer features several elements reminiscent of the Dark Souls universe. Most notably, a figure bearing a striking resemblance to a Firekeeper, complete with the characteristic eye covering, appears. While this alone could be coincidental, the presence of an enemy similar to the Nameless King and a creature resembling the Centipede Demon strengthens the possibility of a connection.
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The idea of Elden Ring and Dark Souls coexisting within the same universe isn’t far-fetched. The name “Lands Between” implies the existence of other realms. While these surrounding areas remain unspecified, it’s plausible that the Kingdom of Lordran could be one of them. Even if not directly adjacent, the concept of sealing off connected areas, as seen in the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, could explain how Lordran might be linked to the Lands Between.
A Shared Future?
Currently, information about Nightreign remains limited, leaving room for speculation. However, the potential connection to Dark Souls is a compelling prospect. If confirmed, it could pave the way for future games further intertwining these worlds, offering exciting possibilities for fans of both series. We eagerly await the 2025 release to explore these potential connections further.
