This is how to play with friends in Elden Ring Nightreign. Information on how to play multiplayer with Nightreign friends. Please use this guide when playing with friends in Nightreign.
Multiplayer Guide & How to Play Co-OpTable of Contents
How to Play with Friends
There are two ways to play with friends in Nightreign: 'Set a Password' or 'Use Team Session'. Both can be set when you commence an expedition from the Site of Grace at the Roundtable Hold.
Roundtable Hold Guide - What You Can Do at the HubSetting the Same Multiplayer Password

In expedition matchmaking, you can play with friends by entering the same "Multiplayer Password". On the target selection screen before deploying, press R1 to access the Password settings menu. Once the Password is set, press R1 again and start from the target screen.
Multiplayer Password Settings
Setting | Details |
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Multiplayer Password | Players who have set the same Password can match with each other. |
Password Application Count | Set the limit of players for matching using the Multiplayer Password. If set to 2 players, the remaining player will be matched with a player who has not set a Password. |
Group Password | Not required for multiplayer. If set, Phantoms of people with the same Group Password will be prioritized for display. |
Use Team Session

Select Player | You can search for and invite PS friends or people you've played with before |
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Share Link | You can invite players using a shared link |
When matchmaking for expeditions, you can invite players to form a team. Players can be invited via Search function or by sharing a link, allowing friends to play together in multiplayer.
Target Designation is Done by the Inviting Player

When playing as a team, the player who invited others to the team will designate the target. If there are differences in game progression, be aware that undiscovered game content may be revealed.
If Matching Fails, Canceling Once is Recommended
If matchmaking for expeditions take too long, cancel the matching once and then pressing "Commence Expedition" again may resolve the issue.
Important Info When Playing with Friends
PlayStation and Xbox Require Subscription
Fee | Subscription | |
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Steam(PC) | Free | - |
PS5 / PS4 | Paid | PlayStation Plus (From $9.99) |
Xbox | Paid | Xbox Game Pass (From $9.99) |
When playing with friends in Nightreign, PlayStation and Xbox will require a monthly subscription. Only the Steam version does not require a subscription meaning you can enjoy multiplayer immediately after purchasing the game.
Subscription Fees
Period | Fee |
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1 Month | $9.99 |
3 Months | $24.99 |
12 Months | $79.99 |
Period | Fee |
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1 Month | $9.99 |
No Crossplay Between Different Platforms Available
Platform | Multiplayer Compatible Platforms |
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PC (Steam) | Only possible between Steam users |
PS5 PS4 | Possible between PS users |
XBOX SERIES X|S XBOX ONE | Possible between XBOX users |
Nightreign does not support crossplay between different platforms. Multiplayer is only possible between devices from the same platforms (i.e Xbox players with other Xbox players, PC players with fellow PC players).
Crossplay Support Explained - Platform Compatibility for MultiplayerCannot Start with Only Two Players
Currently, Nightreign's multiplayer is for 3 players. You cannot commence with only two friends; if there are not enough players, the remaining slots will automatically be filled by random players.
Is 2-Player Mode Possible?Elden Ring Nightreign Related Guides

Beginner Tips
Early Game Guide | Missable Contents |
Best Characters for Beginners | Tutorial Guide |
How To Emote Guide | Is there Penalty for Leaving the Game? |
Besmirched Frame | Fix Matchmaking Errors |
Character Enhancement
How to Level Up | Rune Farming |
Murk Guide | Smithing Stone Farming |
Roundtable Hold
Roundtable Hold Functions | How to Get Relics |
Sparring Grounds Functions | Small Jar Bazaar |
How to Get and Change Skins | Vessels |
Battle Guide
Site of Grace Functions | Sacred Flasks - How to Increase and Replenish |
How to Rescue Allies | How to Recover FP |
Augur (Maris) Guide | Day 1 and Day 2 Strategy |
Two-Hand Guide | Ultimate Arts List |
System
Controls Guide | Equipment Load and Carrying Capacity |
Multiplayer Guide | Can You Play Solo? |
Death Penalties | Is 2-Player Mode Possible? |
How to Play with Friends | Difficulty Settings |
Guides to Read Before Purchase
Pre-Order Bonuses | Edition Comparison |
Crossplay Support Explained | Storage Capacity & File Size |
Can You Play Solo? | DLC Guide |
Can You Customize Characters? | Nightreign Differences |