FromSoftware Announces New IP The Duskbloods, Launches For Nintendo Switch 2 In 2026

This week, the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct came and went. With the scheduled showcase, Nintendo presented the new ensemble of planned releases for the platform. First & foremost, the system itself is set to release this June with a price tag of $449.99. Additionally, the platform will launch with its own unique version of Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack that includes a GameCube Virtual Console too.

Among the bevy of news also included a new platform exclusive by FromSoftware – The Duskbloods. You can watch the announcement trailer in the video below:

“Developed for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2; ‘THE DUSKBLOODS’ is a PvPvE title with online multiplayer at its core, where up to 8 players vie for supremacy among themselves and against challenging foes,” the press release shars. “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 official website adds: “This Nintendo Switch 2 software game supports up to 8 playersand the battle between the player and the enemy unfoldsIt is a PvPvE-based multiplayer action. The player surpasses humans through the power of special bloodHe became a ‘Twilight Blood Clan’ who gained power, and became a ‘Blood of the Beginning’ (First Blood).”

Of course, this new IP explores a lot of inspirations from the dormant PlayStation 4 release, Bloodborne. In fact, there was initially excitement for a potential update for the game earlier in 2024. From November, there was issued maintenance for the game which many hoped to be new support for the game. You can read the full report by heading here.

Are you excited for The Duskbloods?

The Duskbloods will launch for Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026.

Source: FromSoftware, (1)