Elden Ring: Nightreign introduces an exciting new ranged class, the Ironeye, set to enhance gameplay upon its release in May. Dive deeper into what this sniper class brings to the table!
Nightreign Unveils the 6th Class: Ironeye
A Deadly Ranged Sniper
Elden Ring: Nightreign is set to revolutionize ranged combat with the introduction of the Ironeye class ahead of its May release. This sniper class emphasizes swiftness and dexterity, offering players a fresh take on ranged gameplay. The character trailer highlights the Ironeye's prowess with a massive bow and arrow set-up, showcasing the ability to scale walls for strategic mid-air strikes. A new aiming system is also introduced, designed to facilitate headshots, further demonstrated by a striking riposte move where the Ironeye pierces an enemy's heart with an arrow.
In February's closed network test for Nightreign, players had the chance to experience four out of the eight planned classes: the versatile Wylder, the robust Guardian, the agile Duchess, and the spell-casting Recluse. The Ironeye marks the sixth class to be revealed, and with Nightreign's launch approaching next month, fans eagerly anticipate the unveiling of the final two classes soon.
The introduction of quality-of-life improvements like the new aiming system has sparked hope among fans that these enhancements could also find their way into the original Elden Ring, potentially making bows a more viable and appealing weapon choice. Historically, as reflected in discussions on platforms like Reddit, bows have been less popular than melee weapons in the original game. However, the Ironeye's capabilities may encourage more players to explore ranged builds in this upcoming title.
Elden Ring: Nightreign, a standalone adventure within the Elden Ring universe, is scheduled for release on May 30th, 2025, and will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S for $39.99. For further details on the game, explore Game8's comprehensive article below!
