Elden Ring: Nightreign Unveils New Ranged Class - The Ironeye
Get ready, Elden Ring fans! Nightreign, the eagerly awaited spin-off, has just announced a new ranged class called the Ironeye, set to be released in May. Dive deeper into what this sniper class brings to the table!
A Deadly Ranged Sniper
Elden Ring: Nightreign introduces the Ironeye, a class that promises to redefine ranged combat with its focus on speed and precision. The character trailer gives us a glimpse of the Ironeye in action, masterfully handling a colossal bow and arrow setup, and even scaling walls for breathtaking mid-air strikes. A highlight is the new aiming system designed to enhance the accuracy of headshots, making this class a formidable force on the battlefield. The trailer also showcases an impressive riposte move, where the Ironeye delivers a fatal shot directly to an enemy's heart.
During the Nightreign closed network test in February, players had the opportunity to explore four of the eight playable classes: the versatile Wylder, the sturdy Guardian, the agile Duchess, and the spell-casting Recluse. The Ironeye marks the sixth class to be revealed, and with Nightreign's launch approaching on May 30th, 2025, it's speculated that FromSoftware might soon unveil the remaining two classes.
The addition of quality-of-life enhancements, such as the new aiming system, has sparked hope among fans that these improvements might also find their way into the original Elden Ring. Such updates could significantly boost the appeal of bows as primary weapons, which have traditionally been overshadowed by the dominance of melee combat in the original game. The Ironeye's capabilities could inspire more players to experiment with ranged builds in Nightreign.
Elden Ring: Nightreign, a standalone adventure set in 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 more details and updates, be sure to visit Game8’s comprehensive article on the game.
