Elden Ring: Nightreign is set to introduce an exciting new ranged class, the Ironeye, just ahead of its eagerly anticipated release in May. Dive deeper to learn all about this innovative sniper class!
Nightreign Reveals 6th Class: Ironeye
A Deadly Ranged Sniper
Elden Ring: Nightreign has unveiled the Ironeye, a new sniper class that promises to revolutionize ranged gameplay with its emphasis on speed and agility. The class's official trailer showcases its unique capabilities, featuring a colossal bow and arrow setup alongside the thrilling ability to scale walls for strategic mid-air attacks. Additionally, the Ironeye utilizes a cutting-edge aiming system designed to enhance the precision of headshots. The trailer also highlights a spectacular riposte move, where the character delivers a fatal shot directly to the heart of an enemy.
During the Nightreign closed network test held in February, players had the chance to explore four of the game's eight classes: the versatile Wylder, the robust Guardian, the agile Duchess, and the mystical Recluse. With the Ironeye marking the sixth class, fans are eagerly anticipating the reveal of the final two classes, which could be announced later this month as the release date approaches.
The introduction of quality-of-life improvements, such as the new aiming system, has sparked hope among fans that these enhancements might also find their way into the original Elden Ring. Such updates could make bows more attractive as main weapons, challenging the dominance of melee combat that characterized the original game. Social media platforms like Reddit have long echoed the sentiment that bows have been underutilized in Elden Ring. With the Ironeye class demonstrating the formidable power of bows and arrows, it's possible that more players will be inspired to explore ranged builds in Nightreign.
Elden Ring: Nightreign, a standalone adventure set within the Elden Ring universe, is scheduled for release on May 30th, 2025. Available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S for $39.99, this title promises to offer a fresh take on the beloved gameplay. For more detailed information about the game, be sure to check out Game8's comprehensive article below!
