Elden Ring: Nightreign is back with its latest DLC, The Forsaken Hollows, and it’s shaking things up. FromSoftware fans have plenty to dive into, from strategic gameplay to high-stakes combat.
The standout feature of this DLC is the two new playable characters: Scholar and Undertaker.
Scholar is all about battlefield awareness. With abilities focused on buffs, debuffs, and strategic support, Scholar rewards players who like to plan ahead and think tactically. In co-op, having a Scholar on your team can change the way you approach fights entirely.
Undertaker, on the other hand, is a melee powerhouse. Fast, agile, and built for high burst damage, this character gives players a more aggressive, hands-on combat experience. Timing, skill, and movement are key.
Together, these new roles deepen multiplayer strategy and bring fresh dynamics to Nightreign’s combat.
A Map That Changes Everything
The DLC also introduces the Shifting Earth event, centered around the new Great Hollow. This area transforms the familiar Limveld terrain with new points of interest, secret paths, and vertical exploration. Players can tackle events that literally reshape the map, creating different experiences each time. Exploration feels rewarding, and the map’s new complexity keeps you thinking about where to go next, whether you’re adventuring solo or with friends.
Of course, no FromSoftware expansion would be complete without tough new bosses. The Forsaken Hollows brings encounters like The Dreglord, which push players to refine their tactics and work closely with teammates. These fights demand situational awareness, precise timing, and adaptive strategies. For fans, they offer the satisfying blend of punishing difficulty and rewarding victories that the series is known for.
While some players note that the DLC’s content isn’t massive, there’s no denying the impact it has on gameplay. Between the strategic new roles, the evolving Great Hollow map, and challenging bosses, The Forsaken Hollows adds a lot of variety and replayability.
The Forsaken Hollows revitalizes Nightreign without losing the essence of what makes Elden Ring so captivating—strategic combat, exploration, and tough-but-fair challenges.