Using the dual wielding technique is quite possible in Elden Ring Nightreign, and if you’re eager to know how to two-hand weapons, we’ve got you covered.
As the name suggests, the technique gives you weapons in both hands, and ultimately helps you land more blows and damage to enemies and bosses, which is necessary in this rogue-like spinoff.
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How to two-hand weapons in Elden Ring Nightreign
To two-hand weapons in Elden Ring Nightreign, all you need to do is hold down the Interact button and press the attack button. Here are the mappings on different controllers and PC (keyboard and mouse):
| Controller or KBM layout | Buttons you need to press |
|---|---|
| PS5 Controller | Hold Triangle and press L1 or R1 |
| Xbox Controller | Hold Y and press LB or RB |
| Mouse and Keyboard (PC) | Left Ctrl + Mouse Scroll Up or Down |
Performing this technique is pretty straightforward and works best when you’re using an Albinauric Bow. The Nightfarers that benefit the most from two-handed weapons are Guardian, Raider, and Wylder, as they mostly use heavy weapons, and this technique helps in draining more HP from enemies.
While the layout on controllers is pretty easy, it can be a bit tricky to pull off this move using a mouse and keyboard combination. What you can do instead is change the keybinds from the in-game settings and set them to something that you find comfortable.
Do two-handed weapons have any disadvantages?
Yes, when you’re using two-handed weapons in Elden Ring Nightreign, your attack speed will slow down, draining more stamina as well.
I would recommend using this technique when you’re in boss fights, as it will then allow you to deal more damage with each strike, especially when you are about to unlock Duchess and Revenant as playable characters.
Coming to the benefits, apart from dealing more damage, you also have a higher chance of landing critical hits—again, very handy in boss fights.
Published: Jun 9, 2025 08:04 pm