ELDEN RING vs ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
ELDEN RING wins 9 of 14 head-to-head metrics. ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN is $26.80 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | ELDEN RING | ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Maybe | 72 | 65 |
| Quality | 95 | 69 |
| Value | 55 | 64 |
| Popularity | 56 | 46 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $38.99 | $30.79 |
| Steam Review Score | 93.2% positive | 83.4% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 22.9K | 12.0K |
Where to buy
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Details and requirements
| Item | ELDEN RING | ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | February 24, 2022 | May 29, 2025 |
| Developers | FromSoftware, Inc. | FromSoftware, Inc. |
| Publishers | Bandai Namco Entertainment, FromSoftware, Inc. | Bandai Namco Entertainment, FromSoftware, Inc. |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10/11 | Windows 11 |
| Processor (minimum) | INTEL CORE I7-8700K or AMD RYZEN 5 3600X | Intel Core i5-11500 / AMD RYZEN 5 5600 |
| Memory (minimum) | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GEFORCE GTX 1070 8 GB or AMD RADEON RX VEGA 56 8 GB | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 8GB / AMD Radeon RX Vega-56 8GB |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | Version 12 |
| Storage (minimum) | 60 GB available space | 30 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: ELDEN RING or ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN?
ELDEN RING won the comparison against ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is ELDEN RING worth buying over ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN?
Based on the metrics, ELDEN RING won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 02:31 PM UTC