The Duskbloods

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An online multiplayer PvPvE game where players vie for supremacy among themselves and against challenging foes. Play as the "Bloodsworn"; a group that has transcended human strength thanks to their special blood, and throw yourself into a violent fray for "First Blood" as the twilight of humanity approaches. The moontears will flow for one and one alone.

Nintendo Switch 2

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The Duskbloods Playtest: Bigger Than Nightreign, But Dividing Players

FromSoftware's Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive vampire PvPvE game, The Duskbloods, just wrapped up its network playtest, and the numbers are staggering. According to one of the game's producers, the playtest surpassed even Elden Ring Nightreign's in popularity, signaling that fan appetite for FromSoftware's next title is enormous. Players were eager to get their hands on whatever the studio had cooking, and the turnout made that excitement impossible to ignore.

Aug 25, 2026

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The Duskbloods Network Test Details and FromSoftware's Vision

FromSoftware's upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive, The Duskbloods, is generating buzz following a wave of new details shared by studio head Hidetaka Miyazaki. The network test build gives players an early taste of the game's multiplayer framework, but Miyazaki has been quick to reassure fans that much of what makes the full game special, including extensive customization options and a rich story, is being held back for the final release. Players jumping into the test should temper expectations accordingly, as the build is intentionally limited in scope.

Aug 23, 2026

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The Duskbloods: Gameplay Details, Release Date Drama, and PvPvE Breakdown

FromSoftware's Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive, The Duskbloods, has been thrust into the spotlight after a wave of previews, gameplay footage, and a brief release date controversy all arrived on the same day. Following a Closed Network Test that gave select players hands-on time with the game, outlets published their impressions on August 20, 2026, painting a picture of a PvPvE title that blends Soulslike DNA with a battle royale-style structure. Leaks ahead of the beta had already revealed tense PvP skirmishes featuring guns, wolves, and velociraptors, setting expectations for something decidedly unconventional. Director and FromSoftware president Hidetaka Miyazaki has been vocal about the game's vampire-influenced character design, and preview coverage suggests the experience is built around accommodating wildly different playstyles rather than demanding mastery of a single approach.

Aug 21, 2026

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The Duskbloods Closed Network Test Announced for August 2026

FromSoftware's highly anticipated Switch 2 exclusive, The Duskbloods, is getting its first public hands-on opportunity next month in the form of a Closed Network Test. The test is set to kick off on August 21, 2026, with sign-ups opening this month in July. The announcement follows a reveal during a June Nintendo Direct, where the Elden Ring developer confirmed the playtest would be coming, ending a prolonged period of silence that had kept fan hype simmering.

Jul 16, 2026