Get ready for an exciting new addition to Elden Ring: Nightreign, set to launch in May. The latest reveal introduces the Ironeye, a new ranged class that promises to redefine the game's sniper dynamics. Dive in to learn more about this thrilling sniper class!

Nightreign Reveals 6th Class, Ironeye

A Deadly Ranged Sniper

Elden Ring: Nightreign is set to elevate its gameplay with the introduction of the Ironeye class before its May release. This innovative sniper class brings a fresh perspective to ranged combat, emphasizing speed and precision. The character trailer highlights the Ironeye's gameplay, showcasing its mastery over a colossal bow and arrow setup, along with the ability to scale walls for strategic mid-air assaults. The class leverages a new aiming system designed to enhance headshot accuracy, demonstrated impressively by a riposte move directly targeting an enemy's heart with a bow and arrow.

During the Nightreign closed network test in February, players got a taste of four out of the eight classes: the versatile Wylder, the robust Guardian, the agile Duchess, and the spell-casting Recluse. With the Ironeye marking the sixth class, fans are eagerly anticipating the reveal of the final two classes, expected possibly later this month as the game's release date approaches.

The introduction of quality-of-life enhancements, including the new aiming system, has sparked hopes among fans that these improvements might also be integrated into the original Elden Ring, potentially making bows a more attractive choice for combat. Social media platforms like Reddit have highlighted the underutilization of bows in the original game, overshadowed by the dominance of melee combat. The revamped sniper class in Nightreign could shift this perspective, encouraging more players to explore the potential of a ranged build.

Elden Ring: Nightreign, a standalone adventure within the Elden Ring universe, is scheduled for release on May 30th, 2025, across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, priced at $39.99. For more in-depth coverage and the latest updates, be sure to visit Game8's comprehensive article on the game.