Elden Ring Nightreign's First DLC: The Forsaken Hollows
Elden Ring Nightreign, a cooperative survival spin-off of FromSoftware's acclaimed open-world single-player game, will receive its first major DLC this December. Titled The Forsaken Hollows, the expansion launches on December 4, 2025.
Content and Features
This DLC marks the first substantial content update for Nightreign, following earlier patches that enhanced gameplay tuning for both solo and two-player modes and introduced the challenging Deep of Night difficulty.
The Forsaken Hollows promises a grim and macabre atmosphere, consistent with FromSoftware’s signature style, featuring imaginative boss designs as previewed in the released trailer.
New Classes and Gameplay
- Scholar: A book-wielding arcane magic user who gains tactical advantages through battlefield observation, ideal for strategic players.
- Undertaker: A class focusing on faith and strength, catering to players who prefer more powerful, durable builds.
Additional Content
- A brand-new region to explore
- Two new bosses to challenge players
"The Scholar... gains incredible advantages through battlefield observation."
Background and Reception
The DLC was first hinted during Kadokawa's earnings report, where initial expectations suggested a release in early 2026. The official announcement should reassure fans who expressed frustration on Steam due to a lack of updates.
Author's summary: The Forsaken Hollows DLC expands Nightreign with new classes, bosses, and regions, enriching the co-op survival experience and addressing player concerns about ongoing content.