Elden Ring Summon Range Calculator

Enter your character’s Rune Level to determine the multiplayer level range for both cooperative play (summoning allies) and competitive play (invasions). This tool helps you connect with other players for co-op or PvP.

Summon Range Examples at Key Levels

This table shows the calculated summon ranges for common level milestones in Elden Ring.

All ranges are calculated based on the host’s perspective.

Your Level	Co-op Range (Friendly Summons)	Invasion Range (Your World)
30	17 – 43	27 – 53
60	44 – 76	54 – 86
90	71 – 109	81 – 119
125	103 – 147	113 – 157
150	125 – 175	135 – 185

What is the Elden Ring Summon Range?

The elden ring summon range calculator is a tool based on the game’s multiplayer matchmaking system. In Elden Ring, you can’t just connect with any player online. Matchmaking is restricted by two main factors: your character’s Rune Level and your highest-ever weapon upgrade level. This system ensures that a new player at level 10 doesn’t get invaded by a level 150 powerhouse, maintaining a balanced experience. The summon range defines the specific bracket of levels you can interact with for both cooperative and hostile multiplayer.

Understanding this range is crucial for players who want to engage in co-op with friends or strangers, or for those looking to participate in PvP invasions. By using a calculator, you can strategically plan your character’s level to maximize your chances of finding other players in your desired activity, whether it’s helping others with a tough boss or invading other worlds as a Bloody Finger.

Elden Ring Summon Range Formula and Explanation

The game uses distinct formulas for cooperative play and invasions. These formulas are based on the host’s level. The elden ring summon range calculator automates these calculations for you. The formulas were determined through extensive community testing.

Cooperative (Friendly Summon) Formula

This applies when you use a Furlcalling Finger Remedy to see friendly summon signs (gold signs).

• Lower Bound: Host Level - (10 + 0.1 * Host Level)
• Upper Bound: Host Level + (10 + 0.1 * Host Level)

Invasion (Hostile Summon) Formula

This applies when you are being invaded by a Bloody Finger or when you are invading another player.

• Invader’s Lower Bound (to invade you): Your Level - (0.1 * Your Level)
• Invader’s Upper Bound (to invade you): Your Level + (20 + 0.1 * Your Level)

For help with other game mechanics, check out our guide on the elden ring build planner.

Formula Variables

Variable	Meaning	Unit	Typical Range
Host Level	The Rune Level of the player hosting the multiplayer session.	Level	1 – 713
Lower/Upper Bound	The minimum or maximum level a connecting player can be.	Level	Calculated Value

Practical Examples

Example 1: Early Game Co-op

Let’s say you are Level 40 and want to help others fight Rennala in the Academy of Raya Lucaria.

• Inputs: Your Level = 40
• Co-op Lower Bound: 40 – (10 + 40 * 0.1) = 40 – 14 = 26
• Co-op Upper Bound: 40 + (10 + 40 * 0.1) = 40 + 14 = 54
• Result: You can be summoned by players between levels 26 and 54.

Example 2: Meta Level PvP

You are a Level 150 player, a common meta for PvP, and you want to invade others.

• Inputs: Your Level = 150
• Invasion Lower Bound (You can invade): 150 – (0.1 * 150) = 150 – 15 = 135
• Invasion Upper Bound (You can invade): 150 + (20 + 0.1 * 150) = 150 + 35 = 185
• Result: As an invader, you can connect with hosts between levels 135 and 185. A topic you might also find interesting is the elden ring boss order guide.

How to Use This Elden Ring Summon Range Calculator

1. Enter Your Level: Type your character’s current Rune Level into the input field.
2. Calculate: Click the “Calculate Summon Range” button.
3. Interpret Results: The calculator will display two ranges. The “Cooperative Range” is for summoning friendly phantoms or being summoned by them. The “Invasion Range” shows the levels of players who can invade your world.
4. Copy (Optional): Click the “Copy Results” button to save the information to your clipboard for easy sharing.

Key Factors That Affect Summoning

1. Rune Level: The primary factor, as detailed by our elden ring summon range calculator.
2. Weapon Upgrade Level: The game also matches you with players who have a similar highest-ever weapon upgrade. This prevents a player with a +25 weapon from matching with someone who has a +1 weapon, even if their levels are similar.
3. Multiplayer Password: Using a password in the multiplayer menu bypasses ALL level and weapon restrictions, allowing you to connect with any friend who uses the same password. The higher-level player will be scaled down.
4. Furlcalling Finger Remedy: You must use this consumable item to be able to see friendly (gold) and hostile (red) summon signs in your world.
5. Area Boss Status: In many areas, you cannot summon cooperative phantoms if the main area boss has already been defeated. You can still be invaded, however.
6. Taunter’s Tongue: Activating this item allows you to be invaded even without a co-op partner present and increases the frequency of invasions.

To learn more about multiplayer, see our guide to multiplayer in Elden Ring.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Do weapon upgrades affect the summon range?

Yes, significantly. While this calculator focuses on the level range, matchmaking also considers your highest weapon upgrade level. A mismatch in weapon level can prevent you from connecting even if you’re in the right level range. For help with weapons you could read our elden ring weapon calculator.

2. How do passwords bypass the level range?

Setting a Multiplayer Password in your in-game menu allows direct connection with anyone using the same password, ignoring all level and weapon matchmaking rules. The game will scale down the stats and flask potency of a higher-level player summoned into a lower-level host’s world.

3. What is the “meta” level for PvP?

The most popular PvP meta levels are 125 and 150. Level 125 is often preferred for more focused build diversity, while 150 is a common endpoint for a first playthrough and allows for more powerful builds.

4. Why can’t I see any summon signs?

Ensure you have used a Furlcalling Finger Remedy, have a stable internet connection, have Cross-Region Play set to “Perform Matchmaking” in your settings, and that the area boss is still alive if you’re looking for co-op signs.

5. Does this calculator work for both co-op and invasions?

Yes, it calculates both ranges. The “Cooperative” range is for summoning help, and the “Invasion” range shows the levels of players who can invade you.

6. What’s a good level for general co-op?

Levels 50-80 are very active for mid-game areas like Caelid and Altus Plateau. For late-game and endgame areas, levels 120-150 are highly active.

7. Can I invade a player who is a much lower level than me?

The formula prevents you from invading players who are significantly lower than you. Your lower invasion limit is 90% of your own level. For example, at level 100, you cannot invade anyone below level 90.

8. Does my New Game Plus (NG+) cycle affect matchmaking?

No, your NG+ status has no effect on matchmaking. It is based solely on your Rune Level and weapon upgrade level.