Still crashing in Elden Ring: Nightreign even after the Patch 1.02 update? You’re not alone. While the latest patch addressed several issues, many players continue to report crashes, softlocks, disconnects, and GPU-related instability. Whether you’re running solo, co-op, or trio expeditions, here’s how to actually stabilize your game—tested fixes, INI tweaks, GPU driver updates, and performance tips included.
๐ ️ Post-Patch 1.02 Crash Fixes (What the Devs Fixed)
Patch 1.02 claimed to fix:
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Expedition crash during multi-phase boss fights
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Rare memory leak on return to Nexus
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Duo/Trio session disconnects after cutscenes
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Occasional Infinite Loading screen after using the Flame Sigil
While many of these were partially resolved, some issues persist across platforms—especially on PC. Let’s break down what you can do to smooth out your experience.
๐ง How to Stop Softlocks & Disconnects (Solo, Duo, Trio Modes)
These common multiplayer softlocks and desyncs still occur:
| Issue | Fix |
|---|---|
| Black screen after boss intro (co-op) | Host should skip the cutscene, not the guest |
| Stuck in combat music post-battle | Use the “Rest” gesture or return to Nexus manually |
| Trio session ends abruptly | Avoid grouping in Everblight Mire without setting a co-op password |
| Boss doesn’t spawn | All players must enter fog gate together – staggered entry causes event flag failure |
๐ก Pro Tip: If your save feels corrupted post-crash, load into offline mode and fast travel to Nexus. Then re-enable online play.
๐ฎ Best Performance Settings to Avoid Crashes & Stutters (PC)
In-Game Settings:
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Texture Quality: High (not Ultra)
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Anti-Aliasing: Medium or Off (causes hitching on older GPUs)
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Shadow Quality: Low or Medium (huge FPS boost)
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Motion Blur & Depth of Field: Off
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Volumetric Lighting: Low (prevents fog-induced lag)
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V-Sync: Off (unless screen tearing is extreme)
๐ FPS Tip: Use the 60 FPS mod at your own risk (anti-cheat must be disabled—use offline mode only).
๐️ INI Tweaks for More Stability
These settings can be added/edited in your game’s GameUserSettings.ini file:
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bUseVSync=False -
FrameRateLimit=60 -
bSmoothFrameRate=True -
MinSmoothedFrameRate=45 -
MaxSmoothedFrameRate=60
๐พ File path:
C:\Users\[YourName]\AppData\Roaming\EldenRing\Nightreign\Saved\Config\WindowsNoEditor\GameUserSettings.ini
๐ฅ️ NVIDIA & AMD Stability Tips
✅ For NVIDIA Users:
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Update to Game Ready Driver 555.86 (Aug 2025)
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In NVIDIA Control Panel:
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Set Power Management Mode to “Prefer Maximum Performance”
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Disable Shader Cache if you notice stuttering
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Set Low Latency Mode to “On” (helps during boss transitions)
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✅ For AMD Radeon Users:
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Use Adrenalin Driver 24.8.1 or newer
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In Radeon Settings:
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Enable Radeon Chill (for power regulation)
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Set Texture Filtering Quality to “Performance”
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Turn off Radeon Anti-Lag if experiencing crashes
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❌ Mods Known to Cause Crashes (Post-Patch)
These community mods may now conflict with Patch 1.02:
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Third-party FOV changer
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DualSense Touch Support Mod
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60 FPS Unlocker (online mode = instant crash)
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“Silent Nexus” Sound Overhaul – triggers softlocks after Flameborn boss
Always test mods in offline mode. Nightreign’s backend changes in 1.02 increased mod sensitivity.
๐ง Final Tips to Keep Elden Ring: Nightreign Stable
✅ Play solo or duo in offline mode if you’re progressing through Sovereign bosses
✅ Avoid Alt-Tabbing mid-expedition—it causes memory spikes
✅ Use a wired connection for trio play (Wi-Fi disconnects are still an issue)
✅ Restart the game every 2–3 expeditions to clear cached memory leaks
๐ฌ Community Support & Related Guides
Still facing weird crashes or invisible enemies? Check these support threads:
✅ TL;DR – Nightreign Stability Checklist
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Update your GPU drivers (NVIDIA 555.86 / AMD 24.8.1)
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Use offline mode for testing stability
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Adjust INI file & in-game settings for smoother FPS
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Avoid known crash-prone mods post-1.02
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Don’t alt-tab or skip cutscenes in trio mode
Don’t let crashes ruin your expedition—get your game running like it should and reclaim the Throne of Flame!
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