ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN vs Dying Light 2 Stay Human

• Perspective: Third-Person
• Multiplayer: Up to 3-Player Online Co-op PvE (Also playable solo)
• Setting: Limveld (A new, ever-shifting land in the ELDEN RING universe)
• Platforms: PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows PC (Steam), Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S
• Unique Feature: Standalone Elden Ring spin-off with a co-op roguelike structure, session-based gameplay in an ever-shifting world, unique Nightfarer characters with distinct abilities, and challenging multi-stage boss encounters.

• Perspective: First-Person
• Multiplayer: Cooperative (4 players online for entire campaign)
• Setting: Villedor ('The City'), Post-Apocalyptic Europe, 20+ years after Harran Virus outbreak
• Platforms: PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch (Cloud Version)
• Unique Feature: Advanced Parkour System, Day/Night Cycle Impacting Gameplay, Branching Narrative with Faction Choices, Melee-Focused Combat, Infection Management.

• Other Players (Nightfarers): In the primary 3-player online co-op mode, two other human players join as their chosen Nightfarers. Teamwork, communication, and synergizing unique character abilities are crucial for survival and success against Limveld's challenges and bosses. Players can revive downed teammates.
  Varies (Human-like character classes)

• Co-op Players (Online): Up to 3 other players can join the host's game in online co-op. They control their own Aiden characters with their respective progression. Teammates can revive each other, combine combat efforts, and assist in completing quests and exploring The City. Loot is generally instanced or shared fairly.
  Human (Other Players' Aidens)
• Story-Specific AI Companions (Temporary): During certain main story missions or side quests, key NPC characters will temporarily accompany Aiden, providing combat support and unique dialogue. They are AI-controlled and their presence is scripted for those specific mission segments. They are not persistent, commandable companions.
  Human (Key NPCs like Lawan, Hakon)

• Relics: Earned from completing expeditions (both successful and unsuccessful) in Limveld. Used for permanent character customization and upgrades, forming a core part of the roguelike progression between runs.
• Murk: In-game currency earned by finishing expeditions or selling off Relics. Used to purchase Garbs (skins) and potentially other cosmetic items.
• Runes (In-Run Currency/Power-ups - Conceptual): Collected during an expedition in Limveld. Likely used to level up at Sites of Grace within a run or purchase temporary boons and items relevant to the current session.
• Items for Remembrance Quests: Specific items or objectives related to each Nightfarer's 'Remembrance quests,' which delve into their individual narratives. Completing these quests unlocks unique 'Remembrance' Garbs.

• Inhibitors (GRE Crates): Found in GRE Quarantine Buildings, Military Convoys, Airdrops, and other high-risk locations. Essential for upgrading Aiden's maximum Health and Stamina, which in turn unlocks access to higher-tier Combat and Parkour skills.
• Mementos (Notes, Recordings, Dog Tags, Newspapers, etc.): Lore items scattered throughout Villedor that provide backstory about the world, The Fall, key characters, and the daily struggles of survivors. Found in buildings, safe zones, and quest locations.
• Graffiti Tags (Street Art): Collectible pieces of street art created by various artists in The City. Often found in hard-to-reach parkour locations, requiring skilled traversal to find and collect.
• Tapes (Music & Story): Audio tapes that can be played on Aiden's cassette player. Some are music tracks, while others contain story segments, interviews, or personal logs providing more lore.
• Blueprints: Recipes for crafting weapon mods, consumables (medkits, boosters), throwables, and arrows/bolts. Found in the world, as quest rewards, or purchased from Craftmasters.

• Cooperative Survival
• Roguelike Progression
• Elden Ring Universe
• Overcoming Nightly Threats
• Teamwork & Synergy
• High Stakes Combat
• Session-Based Adventure
• Dark Fantasy
• Procedural Generation Elements

• Post-Apocalypse
• Zombie Outbreak
• Survival
• Moral Choices & Consequences
• Faction Warfare
• Parkour & Freedom of Movement
• Hope vs. Despair
• Humanity's Struggle
• Infection & Transformation
• Scavenging & Crafting

• Nightfarer Unique Weapons: Varies by Character (Melee, Ranged, Magical)
  Each of the eight playable Nightfarers (e.g., Duchess, Ironeye, Raider, Recluse) starts with and specializes in unique signature weapons and abilities. These are core to their individual playstyles and team synergies.
• Expedition Found Weapons: Varies (Swords, Axes, Bows, Staffs, etc.)
  During expeditions in Limveld, players can find or be rewarded with a variety of weapons, some familiar from the Elden Ring universe and potentially new ones. The availability and types of these weapons can fluctuate with each session due to the roguelike nature of the game.
• Relic-Enhanced Armaments (Conceptual): Varies (Player Upgraded)
  While specific mechanics aren't fully detailed, the 'Relics' collected from runs are used for permanent character customization and upgrades. This could imply enhancing or unlocking new properties for the Nightfarers' inherent weapons or weapon types.
• Elemental Damage Weapons (Implied for characters like Recluse): Magical / Infused Melee or Ranged
  Characters like the Recluse, described as an element-wielding mage, will likely utilize weapons or abilities that deal various forms of elemental damage.

• Melee Weapons (One-Handed & Two-Handed): Various (Axes, Maces, Swords, Machetes, Hammers, Knives, Pipes, Bats, Knuckledusters)
  The primary combat tools. Weapons have rarity tiers (Common to Artifact), durability, and can be enhanced with craftable mods (e.g., adding elemental damage like fire/shock, increasing impact, critical chance, or durability). Different weapon types have varying attack speeds, damage, and special properties (e.g., blunt weapons good against armor, slashing against unarmored).
• Bows & Crossbows: Ranged (Silent, Precision)
  Silent ranged weapons ideal for stealth and taking out enemies from a distance. Various arrow/bolt types can be crafted (standard, fire, shock, explosive, poison, UV). The PK Crossbow is a powerful late-game reward.
• Throwables: Tactical/Explosive/Utility
  Craftable items like Molotov Cocktails, DIY Grenades, UV Bars (temporary UV light source), Decoys (to distract infected), Mines, C4, Throwing Knives.
• Gear & Consumables (Boosters): Utility/Buffs
  Boosters provide temporary enhancements to combat, parkour, health regeneration, or resistances. Medkits are essential for healing. Craftable using herbs and other resources.
• UV Flashlight: Defensive Tool
  An essential tool, especially at night. Its UV light weakens and repels Volatiles and other light-sensitive infected, creating temporary safe opportunities. Can be upgraded for intensity and duration.
• Firearms (Limited): Ranged (Ballistic - Rare)
  While the game is primarily melee-focused due to ammo scarcity in The City, some limited firearms like makeshift pistols or shotguns (e.g., 'Boomstick') can be found or crafted, but ammo is extremely rare and they are generally less sustainable than melee or bows.

• Nightfarer Default Garbs: Each of the eight Nightfarers starts with a unique default outfit (Garb) that defines their visual appearance and character archetype. These are likely fixed in terms of base stats for the character.
• Unlockable Garbs (Skins): Players can unlock or purchase various cosmetic skins, known as 'Garbs,' for each Nightfarer. Examples include 'Dawn,' 'Darkness,' and character-specific 'Remembrance' skins (unlocked via quests). Other themed skins like 'Abysswalker' or 'Lion Knight' for Wylder, or 'Sunlight Knight' for Guardian, are also available. These are primarily cosmetic and purchased with 'Murk' currency earned from expeditions or by selling relics.
• Relic Effects (Gameplay Modifiers): While not 'armor' in the traditional sense, Relics collected during or after runs provide permanent character upgrades and customization. These can affect survivability, damage output, or ability effectiveness, functioning similarly to how armor perks or set bonuses might work in other RPGs.

• Gear Pieces (Head, Chest, Gloves, Bracers, Pants, Shoes): Players equip six pieces of gear, each belonging to a specific class (Tank, Brawler, Medic, Ranger) that provides bonuses tailored to that playstyle (e.g., Tank gear offers more damage resistance, Brawler gear more melee damage). Gear has rarity tiers (Common to Artifact) and provides stats like armor, damage resistance, and specific perks (e.g., +% damage at night, reduced stamina cost for parkour). Gear can be found, bought, or earned as quest rewards.
• Cosmetic Outfits (Transmog): A transmogrification system allows players to change the appearance of their equipped gear to look like any other gear piece they have collected, without altering its stats. Many full cosmetic outfits are also available through events, DLC, or store purchases.

• Nightfarer Garbs (Skins): Each of the eight playable Nightfarers has a default Garb (outfit). Additional cosmetic Garbs can be unlocked or purchased with 'Murk' (in-game currency earned from expeditions or selling Relics). These include 'Dawn' and 'Darkness' variants for each character, unique 'Remembrance' skins unlocked by completing character-specific quests, and other themed skins (e.g., Wylder - Abysswalker, Lion Knight; Guardian - Sunlight Knight; Ironeye - Ringfinger; Duchess - Black Leather; Raider - Catarina; Revenant - The Sister in the Painting; Recluse - Heretic Sorcerer; Executor - Sable Church).

• Gear Sets (Tank, Brawler, Medic, Ranger): Players equip six pieces of gear (Head, Torso, Gloves, Wrists, Legs, Feet). Each piece belongs to a class (Tank, Brawler, Medic, Ranger) providing specific gameplay bonuses (e.g., damage reduction, melee damage, healing effectiveness, ranged damage). Gear has visual variety based on its class, rarity, and faction origin (PK, Survivor, Renegade aesthetic). A transmog system allows players to change equipped gear's appearance to any owned style.
• Cosmetic Outfits & Skins: Full cosmetic outfits that change Aiden's entire appearance without affecting stats are available through game progression, events, DLC, or store purchases (e.g., Nightrunner outfit, Peacekeeper outfit, various themed bundles).
• Weapon Charms: Small cosmetic charms that can be attached to melee weapons for personalization.

Aiden has two main skill trees: Combat (unlocking new melee moves, weapon proficiency, and toughness) and Parkour (unlocking advanced traversal abilities like wall runs, slides, and improved jumps). Skill points are earned by performing combat actions and parkour maneuvers respectively. Inhibitors, found in GRE containers, are used to upgrade Health and Stamina, which also gate access to higher-tier skills. Crafting allows Aiden to create weapon mods, consumables (medkits, boosters), and throwable items using scavenged resources. Blueprints for crafting are found or earned.

The City of Villedor is significantly larger than Harran from the first game, divided into two main districts: Old Villedor (a more classic European-style area with smaller buildings, easier for early parkour) and the Central Loop (a modern downtown area with skyscrapers, requiring advanced parkour tools like the grappling hook and paraglider). There are also surrounding areas, GRE Quarantines, and Dark Hollows. The map is dense with verticality, encouraging rooftop traversal.

• Paraglider: Personal Traversal Gear (Aerial)
  An essential tool unlocked progression, allowing Aiden to glide from high places, cover large distances quickly, and navigate the verticality of the Central Loop. Can be upgraded for better maneuverability and features like a UV light attachment.
• Grappling Hook: Personal Traversal Gear (Utility)
  A versatile tool used to swing across gaps, pull Aiden towards anchor points, and aid in climbing. It functions more like a physics-based swing rather than a point-and-zip line in some games. Upgradable for range and functionality.
• Traversal on Foot (Parkour): Player Locomotion
  The primary mode of movement. Dying Light 2 features an advanced and fluid parkour system, allowing Aiden to run, jump, climb, slide, wall-run, and use various environmental elements to navigate The City's rooftops and streets with agility.

• Infected Humans (Various Stages & Types - Virals, Biters, Goons, Demolishers, Volatiles, etc.): Homo sapiens infectus (Harran Virus)
  Primary Antagonistic Force, Ranging from common fodder to elite/boss-level threats.
• Dogs (Feral/Infected - Howlers): Canis familiaris (Infected)
  Hostile, Howlers alert other infected to Aiden's presence.
• Rats & Crows: Rodentia / Corvidae
  Ambient wildlife, can sometimes indicate nearby loot or danger, generally non-hostile but can be startled.
• Deer (Mentioned/Implied in hunting for resources, but not live interactive animals typically): Cervidae
  Primarily a source for crafting resources (leather, bones) through looting or specific contexts rather than live hunting encounters in the city.

• Wylder: Playable Nightfarer
  One of the eight playable Nightfarers. Specific abilities and lore to be discovered through gameplay and Remembrance quests. Unlockable skins include Abysswalker and Lion Knight.
• Guardian: Playable Nightfarer
  One of the eight playable Nightfarers. Specific abilities and lore to be discovered through gameplay and Remembrance quests. Unlockable skins include Sunlight Knight and Wayfarer.
• Ironeye: Playable Nightfarer (Archer Archetype)
  One of the first four revealed Nightfarers. Described as 'Swift and unwavering, let your arrows bring death. May your aim be true, and cut through the darkness.' Specializes in ranged combat. Unlockable skins include Ringfinger and Sellsword.
• Duchess: Playable Nightfarer (Assassin Archetype)
  One of the first four revealed Nightfarers. Described as 'A blade, unrelenting and unseen, hidden in the night. The Duchess' foes are vanquished in the flick of a second hand.' Suggests a fast, stealthy melee character. Unlockable skins include Black Leather and Wraith.
• Raider: Playable Nightfarer (Warrior Archetype)
  One of the first four revealed Nightfarers. Described as one who 'Stand resolute in the chaos of battle. A heart that knows no fear shall carve a path through the Night's tide.' Suggests a durable frontline fighter. Unlockable skins include Rock-like and Catarina.
• Revenant: Playable Nightfarer
  One of the eight playable Nightfarers. Specific abilities and lore to be discovered through gameplay and Remembrance quests. Unlockable skins include The Sister in the Painting and Dragon School.
• Recluse: Playable Nightfarer (Mage Archetype)
  One of the first four revealed Nightfarers. An element-wielding mage described as using 'Ancient powers, gifted by none, claimed from all.' Unlockable skins include Heretic Sorcerer and Emerald Fate.
• Executor: Playable Nightfarer
  One of the eight playable Nightfarers. Specific abilities and lore to be discovered through gameplay and Remembrance quests. Unlockable skins include Sable Church.
• Nightlords: Primary Antagonists / End-of-Run Bosses
  New, never-before-seen major bosses that players must confront on the third day of a successful expedition. Defeating a Nightlord is the ultimate goal of each run.
• Familiar FromSoftware Foes: Antagonists / Bosses
  The game features terrifying bosses from Elden Ring and other prior FromSoftware titles, reimagined for the co-op roguelike experience in Limveld.

• Aiden Caldwell: Protagonist (Pilgrim)
  An infected survivor with exceptional parkour and combat abilities. He travels to The City searching for his sister, Mia, from whom he was separated during GRE experiments as a child. Aiden is resourceful, determined, and his choices shape the fate of Villedor.
• Lawan: Ally / Potential Romantic Interest
  A strong, independent, and cynical survivor in The City, driven by a desire for revenge against Colonel Waltz. She becomes a crucial ally to Aiden and is skilled in combat and parkour. Voiced and motion-captured by Rosario Dawson.
• Hakon: Ally / Nightrunner
  An experienced Nightrunner who helps Aiden navigate The City early in his journey. He is knowledgeable about survival and the city's factions but has his own hidden agenda and complex allegiances.
• Colonel Lucas Waltz: Main Antagonist (Former GRE Scientist / Renegade Leader)
  A brilliant but ruthless scientist formerly with the GRE, now the leader of the Renegades. He is obsessed with finding a cure for his own condition and is connected to Aiden and Mia's past experiments. He possesses superhuman abilities due to self-experimentation.
• Frank Marwey: Supporting Character / Former Nightrunner Leader
  The former leader of the Nightrunners, now a disillusioned and alcoholic owner of the Fish Eye Canteen. He possesses valuable information and contacts within The City.
• Major Jack Matt: Faction Leader (Peacekeepers)
  The stern and militaristic commander of the Peacekeepers in the Central Loop. He seeks to impose order and security through strict control and military might.
• Sophie: Faction Figure (Survivors - Old Villedor)
  A key figure among the Survivors in the Bazaar in Old Villedor, trying to protect her community. Her brother, Barney, often causes trouble.
• Carl: Faction Figure (Survivors - Central Loop)
  One of the leaders of the Survivors faction operating from the PK Floating Fortress in the Central Loop, advocating for a more communal and less authoritarian approach.
• Various other supporting characters: Quest Givers, Faction Members, Survivors
  Numerous other characters populate The City, offering quests, information, and representing the diverse struggles of those living in the post-apocalypse.

• Expeditions into Limveld
  The core gameplay loop. Players undertake session-based expeditions into the procedurally influenced land of Limveld. Each expedition spans a three day-and-night cycle. Objectives include surviving enemy encounters, gathering resources (weapons, Runes, Relics), defeating mini-bosses or end-of-day bosses, finding Sites of Grace to level up, and ultimately confronting a powerful Nightlord boss on the third day to complete the run.
• Nightlord Confrontations
  The climax of each successful three-day expedition. Players must defeat one of several unique and challenging Nightlord bosses. These are new, never-before-seen bosses designed for this game.
• Remembrance Quests
  Character-specific quests for each Nightfarer that delve into their individual backstories and lore within this parallel Elden Ring universe. Completing these quests unlocks unique 'Remembrance' Garbs (skins) for the respective characters.
• Relic Collection & Permanent Progression
  An overarching objective across multiple expeditions. Players collect Relics from their runs (whether successful or not) which are used to permanently upgrade and customize their chosen Nightfarers, improving their chances in future expeditions.
• Cooperative Challenges & Boss Gauntlets
  Many encounters, including familiar bosses from past FromSoftware games and new threats, are designed as co-op challenges that test the team's synergy, communication, and combat skills.

• Main Story Quests (Aiden's Search for Mia)
  A series of narrative-driven missions that follow Aiden Caldwell's journey to find his sister Mia, unravel his past with the GRE experiments, and navigate the faction conflicts within Villedor. These missions involve critical choices that shape the city and its inhabitants.
• Side Quests (Citizen Requests & Stories)
  Numerous optional quests given by various NPCs throughout The City. These offer diverse scenarios, from helping survivors with personal problems and investigating mysteries to undertaking dangerous tasks for factions or individuals. They provide XP, rewards, and further insight into the world.
• Facility Assignment Missions (Water Towers & Electrical Stations)
  Key missions where Aiden must secure and assign control of vital city infrastructure (Water Towers, Electrical Stations) to either the Peacekeepers or the Survivors. This choice permanently alters the zone, adding faction-specific parkour aids (e.g., PK traps, Survivor ziplines/airbags) and changing NPC presence.
• GRE Anomaly Fights (Revenants)
  Night-time boss encounters against powerful, unique infected called Revenants found at specific GRE Anomaly sites. Defeating them rewards Combat XP, valuable loot, and often Inhibitors.
• GRE Quarantine Buildings & Dark Hollows
  Daytime-infested or night-time high-risk indoor locations that contain valuable loot, crafting materials, and Inhibitors. GRE Quarantines are multi-level challenges, while Dark Hollows are smaller but often guarded by Volatiles at night.
• Windmills & Metro Stations (Safe Zone Activation)
  Activate windmills by completing parkour challenges to power them up, creating new Survivor safe zones. Clear out infected and restore power to Metro Stations to unlock them as fast travel points and larger safe zones.
• Airdrops & Military Convoys
  Locate and loot valuable supplies from GRE airdrops (often on rooftops or in dangerous areas) and abandoned military convoys. These contain high-tier gear, crafting parts, and Inhibitors.
• Parkour Challenges & Combat Challenges
  Timed challenges that test Aiden's parkour skills (reaching checkpoints within a time limit) or combat abilities (defeating waves of enemies). Award medals and XP based on performance.
• Story DLC Missions (e.g., 'Bloody Ties')
  Self-contained narrative expansions with new storylines, characters, locations, and rewards. 'Bloody Ties' focuses on a brutal arena tournament.

The primary mode is 3-player online co-op PvE. Players team up to survive expeditions, synergizing the unique abilities of their chosen Nightfarers. The game can be attempted solo, but it is designed with co-op in mind, with mechanics like reviving downed teammates and bosses with large health pools suited for multiple players. Matchmaking is available.

Features a 4-player online cooperative mode, allowing players to experience the entire main story campaign and most side activities together. Players can join a host's game, and progression is largely tied to the host, though players retain their character progression and inventory. Co-op enhances combat and exploration with team tactics.

Available in several editions: Standard Edition (base game, physical on PS/Xbox). Deluxe Edition (digital - includes base game, 'Additional DLC' featuring characters/bosses due Q4 2025, Digital Artbook & Mini Soundtrack). Seekers Edition (physical for PS/Xbox - includes Deluxe Edition content in a Steelbook). Collector's Edition (physical for PS/Xbox/PC - includes base game, Steelbook, DLC code, 8 Nightfarer Cards, Digital Soundtrack, ~25cm Wylder statue, and a 40-page hardcover Artbook). All editions include priority access to an in-game gesture.

Available in Standard, Deluxe, and Ultimate Editions. Deluxe Edition included digital artbook, soundtrack, exclusive weapon charms, wallpapers, comic, and the first story DLC ('Bloody Ties'). Ultimate Edition included all Deluxe content, plus the second story DLC (yet to be released as of mid-2024), 2h Night XP Boost, crafting items, and two more outfit/weapon skin packs. A Collector's Edition with physical items was also available.

An 'Additional DLC' pack featuring new playable characters and bosses is confirmed and included in the Deluxe Edition, scheduled for release by Q4 2025. This DLC will also be available for separate purchase. Future updates or DLCs beyond this are possible, as hinted by the evolving nature of the game.

Techland has committed to 5+ years of post-launch support. The first story DLC, 'Bloody Ties' (arena combat themed), has been released. A second major story DLC is planned. Numerous free updates have added new content, features (like transmog, new parkour challenges, graphics options), seasonal events, and cosmetic packs (Chapter Agents, skin bundles).

• Q: What is ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN?
  A: ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN is a standalone multiplayer co-op action survival game set in the ELDEN RING universe. It's a spin-off with roguelike mechanics, where players team up as 'Nightfarers' to survive expeditions in the ever-shifting land of Limveld and defeat powerful Nightlord bosses.
• Q: When was ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN released?
  A: It was released worldwide on May 29/30, 2025, for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows PC (Steam), Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
• Q: Is ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN a DLC for Elden Ring?
  A: No, it is a standalone game and does not require the base Elden Ring game to play. It is described as a spin-off and prequel set in an alternate past.
• Q: How many players can play ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN together?
  A: The game is designed for up to 3-player online co-op. While it can be attempted solo, it is balanced and intended for a team of three Nightfarers.
• Q: What is the gameplay loop like?
  A: Players choose a Nightfarer and embark on expeditions into Limveld, which last a three day-and-night cycle. Each day involves exploration, combat, looting, and leveling up. At the end of each day (and particularly the third day), players face challenging bosses. The map and encounters shift with each new expedition (run). Unsuccessful runs still provide Relics for permanent progression.
• Q: Are there different characters to play as?
  A: Yes, there are eight unique playable characters called Nightfarers, each with their own distinct abilities, weapons, and playstyles (e.g., Duchess, Ironeye, Raider, Recluse). More characters are planned as DLC.
• Q: Is ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN a live-service game?
  A: No, despite its multiplayer focus and planned DLC, FromSoftware and Bandai Namco have indicated it is not positioned as a live-service game in the typical sense.

• Q: Is Dying Light 2 a direct sequel to the first Dying Light?
  A: Yes, Dying Light 2 Stay Human is set approximately 20 years after the events of the original Dying Light and its 'The Following' expansion. While it features a new protagonist (Aiden) and setting (The City of Villedor), it exists in the same universe and references past events and characters like Spike.
• Q: How important are choices in Dying Light 2?
  A: Choices are a significant gameplay mechanic. Aiden's decisions during main quests and some side quests can have major consequences, affecting faction control over city districts (which changes the environment with faction-specific parkour tools or traps), the fate of characters, and the overall narrative outcome. The game features multiple ending variations.
• Q: What is the Day/Night cycle like?
  A: The Day/Night cycle is a core feature. Daytime is generally safer for exploration and completing objectives, with fewer aggressive infected. Night-time is extremely dangerous, with more powerful infected like Volatiles roaming the streets. However, night offers increased XP gain and access to specific locations (like Dark Hollows and Forsaken Stores) that contain valuable loot but are heavily infested during the day.
• Q: How does the infection mechanic work for Aiden?
  A: Aiden is infected with the Harran Virus. He wears a biomarker that tracks his immunity levels. When in darkness or away from UV light sources for too long, his immunity drops, and if it reaches zero, he will turn into a Viral. Players must manage this by using UV lamps, UV shrooms, inhibitors, or returning to safe zones before turning.
• Q: Are there firearms in Dying Light 2?
  A: The base game is heavily focused on melee combat and bows due to a story premise that firearms and ammunition became extremely scarce after The Fall. While some makeshift firearms like the 'Boomstick' (a craftable shotgun) exist, and more traditional firearms were added in later updates (like the 'Firearms Update' in early 2024), melee remains the primary combat style.

Utilizes the Elden Ring engine and assets, providing high-fidelity graphics and familiar art style. Limveld features diverse biomes that can change per session. Emphasis on atmospheric effects related to the encroaching night and the designs of new Nightlord bosses and familiar FromSoftware foes.

Powered by Techland's C-Engine, the game showcases a detailed and dilapidated urban environment. It features advanced lighting, dense geometry, volumetric fog, and detailed character/infected models. Ray tracing options (Global Illumination, Shadows, Reflections, Ambient Occlusion) are available on PC and current-gen consoles, significantly enhancing visual fidelity but also being very demanding.

Composers include Shoi Miyazawa, Tai Tomisawa, Soma Tanizaki, Yoshikazu Takayama, and Yuka Kitamura. The soundtrack is expected to align with the dark fantasy atmosphere of the Elden Ring universe, enhancing the tension and epic scale of boss battles.

Original score composed by Olivier Deriviere, featuring a dynamic system that adapts the music to gameplay intensity and player actions (e.g., during parkour sequences or intense combat). Sound design emphasizes visceral melee impacts, distinct infected vocalizations, and the atmospheric tension of night-time exploration. The Biomarker's ticking sound adds to the infection mechanic's urgency.

First-person HUD displaying health, stamina, infection timer (biomarker), equipped weapon/tool, and objective markers. A compass aids navigation. Crafting and inventory menus are accessible. Skill trees are visually represented. The day-night cycle and infection status are prominent UI elements.

Specific accessibility features are not detailed in the provided snippets but are expected to include FromSoftware's standard offerings such as subtitle customization and control remapping. Given the co-op nature, clear visual and audio cues for team actions would be important.

Offers a range of accessibility options: customizable controls (key remapping on PC), subtitle customization (size, background, speaker names), colorblind modes, options to change QTEs from taps to holds, aim assist, adjustable FOV (PC), motion blur toggle, head bob toggle, and various audio/visual cues.

• OFFICIAL AND EXTRAPOLATED SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS for ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN (Released May 2025). This information is based on official PC specifications found for this standalone co-op roguelike spin-off from FromSoftware, adapted to the requested JSON structure. Laptop GPU mentions for RTX 50 series are speculative as of May 2025. The game may have a 60 FPS cap on PC based on initial reports.
• Laptop Performance Note: Laptop models of listed desktop GPUs require comparable performance, which is dependent on TGP (Total Graphics Power) and cooling. ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN's official specs are relatively modest, so many modern gaming laptops should perform well, but ensuring good TGP and cooling will optimize the experience.
• Laptop Consideration: G P U T G P: Sufficient TGP for the laptop GPU will help achieve consistent framerates, especially if aiming for the higher end of performance targets.
• Laptop Consideration: Cooling Thermals: Good cooling is beneficial for maintaining stable performance during potentially long roguelike runs or co-op sessions.
• Laptop Consideration: C P U Power Limits: Adequate CPU power ensures smooth gameplay, though the listed specs suggest it might be less CPU-intensive than the main Elden Ring game.
• Laptop Consideration: M U X Switch Optimus: A MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus is recommended for optimal performance and reduced latency, which can be beneficial in an action RPG.
• Optimization Detail: Upscaling Tech: Official support for DLSS, FSR, or XeSS is not explicitly detailed in the initial Steam specifications. The game may feature an internal resolution scaler. Players might rely on driver-level upscaling if available and needed. Reports suggest a potential 60 FPS cap; if true, higher framerate targets would not be achievable without unofficial modifications.
• Optimization Detail: Key Settings Impact: Texture Quality, Shadow Quality, Effects Detail, Anti-Aliasing, Ambient Occlusion, and Foliage Detail will likely impact performance. Given its roguelike nature with potentially procedurally generated elements, performance might vary between runs.
• Game Name: ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN

• Official system requirements from Techland. Performance can vary significantly depending on specific hardware, settings, areas in-game (especially dense city areas), and background applications. An SSD is strongly recommended.
• Laptop Performance Note: Laptop models of listed desktop GPUs may work if their performance is comparable, but TGP (Total Graphics Power) and cooling are extremely critical. **Dying Light 2 is a demanding title, especially with ray tracing enabled. High-end laptop hardware is necessary for higher settings and resolutions.**
• Laptop Consideration: G P U T G P: Maximum TGP is crucial for performance.
• Laptop Consideration: Cooling Thermals: Excellent cooling is essential to prevent severe thermal throttling.
• Laptop Consideration: C P U Power Limits: Laptops with sustained high CPU power limits will perform better.
• Laptop Consideration: R A M Speed Dual Channel: Fast dual-channel RAM benefits performance.
• Laptop Consideration: M U X Switch Optimus: Using a MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus is highly recommended for optimal framerates.
• Optimization Detail: Upscaling Tech: Supports NVIDIA DLSS, AMD FSR (1.0 and 2.0), and Intel XeSS.
• Optimization Detail: Key Settings Impact: Ray Tracing Quality (Global Illumination, Shadows, Reflections, Ambient Occlusion), Shadow Quality, Contact Shadows, Fog Quality, Particle Quality, and Texture Quality heavily impact performance. Using upscaling is highly recommended for higher settings/resolutions, especially with ray tracing.
• Game Name: Dying Light 2 Stay Human

• Upscaling Tech: Official support for DLSS, FSR, or XeSS is not explicitly detailed in the initial Steam specifications. The game may feature an internal resolution scaler. Players might rely on driver-level upscaling if available and needed. Reports suggest a potential 60 FPS cap; if true, higher framerate targets would not be achievable without unofficial modifications.
• Key Settings Impact: Texture Quality, Shadow Quality, Effects Detail, Anti-Aliasing, Ambient Occlusion, and Foliage Detail will likely impact performance. Given its roguelike nature with potentially procedurally generated elements, performance might vary between runs.

• Upscaling Tech: Supports NVIDIA DLSS, AMD FSR (1.0 and 2.0), and Intel XeSS.
• Key Settings Impact: Ray Tracing Quality (Global Illumination, Shadows, Reflections, Ambient Occlusion), Shadow Quality, Contact Shadows, Fog Quality, Particle Quality, and Texture Quality heavily impact performance. Using upscaling is highly recommended for higher settings/resolutions, especially with ray tracing.

• G P U T G P: Sufficient TGP for the laptop GPU will help achieve consistent framerates, especially if aiming for the higher end of performance targets.
• Cooling Thermals: Good cooling is beneficial for maintaining stable performance during potentially long roguelike runs or co-op sessions.
• C P U Power Limits: Adequate CPU power ensures smooth gameplay, though the listed specs suggest it might be less CPU-intensive than the main Elden Ring game.
• M U X Switch Optimus: A MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus is recommended for optimal performance and reduced latency, which can be beneficial in an action RPG.

• G P U T G P: Maximum TGP is crucial for performance.
• Cooling Thermals: Excellent cooling is essential to prevent severe thermal throttling.
• C P U Power Limits: Laptops with sustained high CPU power limits will perform better.
• R A M Speed Dual Channel: Fast dual-channel RAM benefits performance.
• M U X Switch Optimus: Using a MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus is highly recommended for optimal framerates.