Elden Ring: Nightreign Unveils New Ranged Class - The Ironeye

Elden Ring: Nightreign is set to expand its roster with the introduction of the Ironeye, a new ranged class designed for players who prefer a sniper-like approach to combat. Scheduled for release in May, this class promises to bring a fresh dynamic to the game with its focus on swiftness and dexterity.

A Deadly Ranged Sniper

The Ironeye class, as showcased in its character trailer, wields a formidable bow and arrow setup, enabling players to execute precise and powerful attacks. One of the standout features is the ability to run up walls, positioning for devastating mid-air shots. The class also introduces a new aiming system designed to enhance accuracy, particularly for headshots. In a thrilling display, the Ironeye even performs a riposte move, striking an enemy directly in the heart with an arrow.

During the Nightreign closed network test in February, players had the opportunity to explore four of the eight playable classes: the versatile Wylder, the robust Guardian, the agile Duchess, and the mystical Recluse. The Ironeye marks the sixth class to be revealed, and with the game's release approaching, fans are eagerly anticipating the unveiling of the final two classes later this month.

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 potentially make bows a more appealing choice for players, especially given their historical unpopularity as main weapons compared to melee options.

Social media platforms like Reddit have highlighted the dominance of melee combat in the original game, often overshadowing the use of bows. With the Ironeye class demonstrating the potential power and effectiveness of ranged combat, it may encourage more players to experiment with a ranged build in Nightreign.

Elden Ring: Nightreign, a standalone adventure within the Elden Ring universe, is set to launch on May 30th, 2025. It will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S for $39.99. For more detailed information about the game, be sure to visit Game8’s comprehensive article.