Elden Ring Player Defeating Messmer Without Taking Damage Every Day Until Nightreign’s Release

Elden Ring Fan's Epic Endurance: A Hitless Messmer Daily Until Nightreign

An Elden Ring enthusiast has undertaken a seemingly Herculean feat: daily, hitless victories over the notoriously difficult Messmer boss, a challenge that will continue until the release of the upcoming co-op spin-off, Elden Ring: Nightreign. This ambitious endeavor began on December 16, 2024.

The surprise announcement of Nightreign at The Game Awards 2024, following previous developer statements ruling out further Elden Ring content beyond Shadow of the Erdtree, has ignited renewed excitement for the franchise. This player's challenge serves as a testament to the enduring popularity of Elden Ring, three years after its initial release. The game's unique blend of challenging combat and richly detailed open world continues to captivate players.

YouTuber chickensandwich420 is documenting this remarkable undertaking. Their self-imposed challenge requires not only daily completion of the Messmer fight (a boss from the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, known for its difficulty) but also a perfect, hitless execution each time. While hitless runs are common within the FromSoftware community, the sheer duration and consistency of this challenge transform it into an impressive test of skill and perseverance.

The Enduring Appeal of Elden Ring Challenges

Challenging self-imposed gameplay limitations have become a hallmark of the FromSoftware experience. Players consistently push boundaries, devising increasingly difficult tasks, from hitless boss battles to entire game completions without taking damage. One dedicated player even achieved a flawless, hitless playthrough of the entire FromSoftware catalog. The intricate world design and challenging bosses of Elden Ring provide fertile ground for these creative and demanding challenges, promising a surge of new attempts once Nightreign arrives.

The unexpected reveal of Elden Ring: Nightreign marks a significant development. While developers initially indicated that Shadow of the Erdtree would conclude Elden Ring's story, Nightreign offers a compelling continuation, shifting the focus towards cooperative gameplay. Although a precise release date remains unannounced, Nightreign is anticipated to launch sometime in 2025.