Unlocking the Mystery: Why You Can’t Join Your Friend in Elden Ring – Find Out Now!
The hype is real for Elden Ring, the upcoming action role-playing game developed by FromSoftware and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Hardcore fans of the studio’s previous works know that the game will feature a beautiful, immersive world filled with challenging enemies, tricky bosses, and a lore that asks players to piece together the story through vague clues and cryptic dialogue.
One of the most exciting features of Elden Ring is the ability to play with friends, sharing the adventure and facing the dangers together. However, some players have reported that they can’t join their friends’ games, leaving them frustrated and confused. If you’re one of these players, don’t worry – we’ll explain what’s going on and offer some solutions.
The first thing you need to understand is that Elden Ring doesn’t have a traditional co-op system like most modern games. There’s no lobby or matchmaking interface, and you can’t directly invite your friends to your game. Instead, the game uses a system called Summoning, which allows players to temporarily join each other’s worlds as Phantom allies.
To initiate Summoning, the host player must first use an item called a Sign of the Brethren, which creates a glowing summon sign on the ground. The summoned player can then interact with the sign to join the host’s game. The summoned player will appear as a Phantom, with their health and abilities scaled down to match the host’s world level. The host can also use another item, the Ember, to “kindle” their health and gain a damage boost.
So why can’t you join your friend in Elden Ring? There are several possible reasons, so let’s go over them one by one:
1. You’re not in the same area – Summon signs only appear in certain areas of the game, and not all of them are available for co-op. Make sure you and your friend are in the same location before trying to summon each other.
2. Your levels don’t match – As mentioned before, Summoning scales your level to match the host’s world level. However, there are limits – if your level is too high or too low compared to the host’s, you won’t be able to join their game. Make sure you and your friend are within the acceptable level range for each other.
3. You’re not using the same server – Elden Ring’s online system uses servers to host games and connect players. If you and your friend are on different servers, you won’t be able to see each other’s summon signs. Check your settings and make sure you’re on the same server.
4. There’s a network issue – Online connectivity can be finicky at times, especially with the game being new and the servers being under heavy load. If you’re having trouble connecting to your friend, try restarting the game or your console, and make sure your internet connection is stable.
If none of these solutions work, it’s possible that there’s a bug or glitch in the game that’s preventing you from summoning your friend. In that case, you should report the issue to the game’s developers and wait for a patch or update to fix it.
In conclusion, Summoning in Elden Ring is a unique and challenging system that can be confusing at first. However, with a little patience and knowledge, you can join your friend’s game and overcome the dangers of the world together. Good luck, and may the Brethren guide your way.
FAQs:
1. Can I play Elden Ring solo?
Yes, the game is fully playable as a single-player experience. However, some areas and bosses are designed to be more challenging without co-op.
2. How do I get the Sign of the Brethren and Ember items?
They can be found in various locations throughout the game world, or purchased from certain merchants.
3. Does Summoning work in PvP (player versus player) as well?
Yes, Summoning can be used to invade other players’ worlds as a hostile Phantom, or defend your own world from invaders.
4. Can I use Summoning to cheese bosses and enemies?
No, Summoning is balanced to prevent players from abusing it to steamroll through the game. The summoned Phantom has reduced health and damage output, and the host player will attract stronger enemies as a result of having a co-op partner.
5. Will Elden Ring have post-launch DLC and expansions?
There’s no official announcement yet, but considering FromSoftware’s track record with their previous games, it’s likely that the game will receive additional content in the future.
