Overview of the Elden Ring Nightreign Patch 1.002.004
FromSoftware has released a minor maintenance update for Elden Ring Nightreign, labeled 1.02.4 by the developers. Console players will see it as update version 1.002.004, reflecting a small download intended to address a specific set of multiplayer and session-related issues. The highlight of this patch is a fix for a bug in Deep of the Night that could cause a disconnected session to affect subsequent expeditions.
As with most small patches, this update focuses on stabilizing online play and ensuring that progress, relics, and spawns align with what players actually did in their current session. Below is a detailed look at what changed and what players should expect after applying the update.
Key Fixes in Nightreign Update 1.002.004
The official notes outline several corrections that address multiplayer experience and UI consistency. Here are the main fixes included in this patch:
- Deep of the Night progress isolation: Fixed a bug where progress from a disconnected Expedition in the Deep of the Night mode (if no victory or defeat was reached) could carry over to the next expedition, incorrectly affecting the subsequent session’s results.
- Expedition status accuracy: Fixed a bug where the status “launched an Expedition into The Deep of Night” was not correctly applied to some party members when launching a multiplayer Expedition in the Deep of Night mode.
- Relics display alignment in multiplayer: Fixed a bug where Relics shown on the status menu for other players did not always match what they were equipped with at the start of an Expedition.
- Relic effects trigger consistency: Fixed a bug in multiplayer where the “Dormant Power Helps Discover XXX” Relic Effect would not trigger when equipped or would trigger without the related Relic.
- Enemy spawn and interaction stability: Fixed a bug in multiplayer where enemies would stop spawning and Graces could not be interacted with if a player disconnected from the session.
These fixes help maintain a smooth online experience, reduce confusion around expedition outcomes, and ensure relic-based bonuses behave as players expect across multiplayer sessions.
Impact on Gameplay
For players who engage in Deep of the Night co-op play, this patch should eliminate the issue where a disconnected run would cast a shadow on future expeditions. With the carryover bug resolved, expeditions now reflect accurate progress and outcomes, preventing unintended advantages or losses from past sessions. Relic visibility and triggering behavior should also feel more reliable, making team builds and strategies more predictable during multiplayer runs.
While this is a minor update, it emphasizes FromSoftware’s continued work on multiplayer stability. Players should notice fewer desyncs, more consistent relic effects, and clearer indicators of a party’s collective state when starting expeditions in Nightreign.
How to Update and Version Details
Update notes indicate the following version identifiers:
- App Ver. 1.02.4
- Regulation Ver. 1.02.4
To ensure you have the latest fixes, check your platform’s update tab for Elden Ring Nightreign and apply the patch when prompted. After updating, you should see the revised session behavior and corrected status indicators in multiplayer menus.
What’s Next?
As often with minor patches, players should stay tuned for further notes on future patches. The community and outlets like MP1st typically track these updates closely, and fans can expect additional refinements or balance tweaks in subsequent patches. For ongoing news, consider following official channels and trusted outlets for the latest patch information and in-season changes to Nightreign.
Manage Expectations for Players
While 1.002.004 is a targeted fix, it demonstrates the ongoing commitment to a stable and fair multiplayer environment. Players who experienced the Deep of the Night session carryover should re-engage with co-op expeditions with the new patch in place and verify that their progress and relic interactions align with current session outcomes.
Stay connected for more updates and patch details as FromSoftware continues to polish Elden Ring Nightreign.
