The Duskbloods, FromSoftware’s new game, will launchexclusively on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026, featuring gameplay similar toNightreign.
The DuskbloodsA Major Surprise in the Nintendo Switch 2 Lineup
The Nintendo Directfocused on Switch 2’s upcoming releases delivered plenty of surprises, shaping an exciting catalog for the next-generation hybrid console—including gems likeThe Duskbloods.
FromBorderlands 4 to Cyberpunk 2077, several titles will showcase the power of the new console, including multiple exclusives.
Among them is one oftwo FromSoftware titlescoming to Nintendo Switch 2, alongsideElden Ring.The Duskbloodsis shaping up to be the studio’s next big surprise, and it will beplayable only on this device.
What We Know About The Duskbloods
FromSoftware previously confirmed that it was working on multiple projects, and one of them is this title, set to arrive on Nintendo’s new console next year.
Itsgothic aesthetic strongly evokes Bloodborne, but whileThe Duskbloodsserves as aspiritual successorto that game, it also has itsown unique identity.
Unlike theDark Soulsseries, thisSwitch 2 exclusive will be a PvPvE game, meaning players will battle botheach other and AI-controlled enemies. The game is scheduled for release in2026.
This approach is similar to the one taken withElden Ring: Nightreign, themultiplayer spin-offlaunching onMay 30forPS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and PC—though a future Switch 2 version hasn’t been ruled out.
Miyazaki’s Vision for The Duskbloods
Hidetaka Miyazaki is directingThe Duskbloods, blending thevisual style of past FromSoftware gameswith thenew multiplayer focus of Nightreign.
Miyazaki himself will provide further details onApril 4, when Nintendo’s official website will publish a dedicated article about the game.
As if Switch 2 weren’t already dominating today’s discussions,The Duskbloodshas quickly become atrending topic, taking over gaming forums and social media—where fans are already calling it “Bloodborne 2.”
While manyNintendo fans are celebratingthis exclusive, somePC players are disappointedat missing out onThe Duskbloods.However, there’sno confirmation yet that a port is off the table.
Until then,FromSoftware fans eagerly awaitanother game filled withcryptic storytelling, surreal designs, and the signature dark atmosphere that only Miyazaki’s team can create.
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