Elden Ring Nightreign Patch 1.01.1 Adjusts Solo, Fixes Bugs

FromSoftware has rolled out Elden Ring Nightreign's first major update, version 1.01.1, introducing significant quality-of-life improvements for solo adventurers.

Now live across all platforms including PC, PlayStation, and Xbox consoles, Patch 1.01.1 introduces an "Automatic Revival Upon Defeat" mechanic for solo expeditions, granting players a second chance during night boss encounters while also boosting rune acquisition rates.

This update addresses one of players' most pressing concerns about Nightreign's punishing solo difficulty. As noted in IGN's Elden Ring Nightreign review: "While Nightreign technically supports solo play, its brutal difficulty curve makes it nearly inaccessible for all but the most dedicated Souls-like veterans. The solo experience feels more like an unintended challenge mode than a viable way to enjoy the expansion - something we anticipate will be addressed in post-launch patches."

The update also enhances the endgame reward system, improving both the quantity and drop rates of high-tier Relics obtained from Day 3 expeditions and Scenic Flat stones at the Small Jar Bazaar. Full patch notes from Bandai Namco are detailed below.

This patch follows FromSoftware's acknowledgment of ongoing multiplayer issues, including matchmaking frustrations and the absence of duo co-op – limitations that contrast with modern gaming expectations while staying true to the studio's signature design philosophy.

Producer Yasuhiro Kitao recently reflected on Nightreign's record-breaking launch (2 million copies sold in 24 hours): "Nightreign represents a deliberate departure from our recent titles, embracing unconventional design choices that may initially confuse players familiar with our work. Like Demon's Souls and Sekiro before it, we believe the satisfaction comes from mastering these unique challenges."

"While the learning curve may seem steep initially, overcoming these obstacles delivers an unparalleled sense of achievement unique to Nightreign's world."

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New players can consult our comprehensive Nightreign guides covering everything from conquering all eight Nightlord Bosses to unlocking hidden Nightfarer Classes like the Revenant and Duchess, along with our character swapping tutorial.

Elden Ring Nightreign update 1.01.1 patch notes:

Single Player Mode-exclusive adjustments

• Added "Automatic Revival Upon Defeat" allowing one resurrection per night boss battle in solo mode
• Increased rune acquisition rates for solo expeditions

General balance adjustments

• Improved high-tier Relic rewards from Day 3 expedition completions
• Increased drop rates for premium Relics from Scenic Flat stones at Small Jar Bazaar

Bug Fixes

• Corrected camera behavior during Guardian's "Wings of Salvation" ultimate
• Fixed Duchess's "Restage" skill not triggering status effects from allied attacks
• Adjusted overpowered greataxe/hammer attacks for Raiders
• Resolved resurrection bugs with "Sacred Blade" against certain undead enemies
• Addressed "Bleeding" and "Frostbite" status effect accumulation issues
• Fixed animation failures for "Ghostflame Ignition" attacks
• Adjusted projectile speeds for "Mighty Shot" and "Enchanted Shot" skills
• Balanced range issues with left-handed "Rock Sling" spells
• Activated missing HP reduction effect for "Black Blade" incantation
• Corrected stacking behavior for "Successive Attacks Negate Damage" passive
• Fixed display issues for various passive effects
• Implemented missing aggro behavior for Guardian relic effects
• Addressed relic stat application bugs from expedition rewards
• Resolved Remembrance completion item acquisition issues
• Polished enemy attack patterns and behaviors
• Improved stability during specific enemy encounters
• Fixed graphics rendering in certain boss fights
• Updated staff credits with correct information
• Corrected various text descriptions
• Restored missing sound effects
• Fixed "Exit Remembrance" visual bugs on some platforms
• Resolved HUD display issues
• Addressed random crash scenarios
• Improved expedition connection reliability
• Restored background music playback

Steam-only adjustments

• Fixed graphical rendering on "Low" quality settings
• Improved keyboard and gamepad climbing responsiveness

The update version appears in-game as: