Elden Ring: Nightreign is set to introduce an exciting new ranged class, the Ironeye, ahead of its much-anticipated release in May. This sniper class promises to redefine ranged gameplay with its focus on swiftness and dexterity. Dive deeper to discover more about this game-changing addition to the Elden Ring universe!
Nightreign Reveals 6th Class, Ironeye
A Deadly Ranged Sniper
Elden Ring: Nightreign's latest reveal is the Ironeye, a new class that brings a fresh approach to ranged combat. This sniper class, equipped with a massive bow and arrow set-up, is designed for players who crave precision and agility. The character trailer showcases the Ironeye's ability to run up walls, enabling spectacular mid-air attacks. Additionally, the class features a new aiming system that is said to enhance the ease of landing critical headshots. In a stunning display, the Ironeye even executes a riposte move, directly targeting an enemy's heart with an arrow.
During the closed network test of Nightreign last February, players had the opportunity to try out four of the eight classes: the versatile Wylder, the sturdy Guardian, the agile Duchess, and the spell-casting Recluse. The Ironeye marks the sixth class to be unveiled, and with the game's release just around the corner, fans eagerly anticipate the reveal of the final two classes later this month.
The inclusion of quality-of-life improvements, such as the new aiming system, has sparked hopes among fans that these enhancements could also be integrated into the original Elden Ring, making bows a more viable and appealing choice for combat. Social media platforms like Reddit have highlighted the underutilization of bows in the original game, largely due to the dominance of melee combat. With the Ironeye class demonstrating the potential power and effectiveness of ranged attacks, it's likely that more players will be inclined to explore a ranged build in Nightreign.
Elden Ring: Nightreign, a standalone adventure set within the Elden Ring universe, is scheduled for release on May 30th, 2025, and will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S for $39.99. For those eager to learn more, Game8's comprehensive article provides further insights into this exciting new title.
