FromSoftware Unveils DUSKBLOODS for Switch 2; Call It Bloodborne 2

The gaming community is abuzz with excitement as long-awaited updates emerge about the elusive project from the creators of Elden Ring and the Dark Souls series, following a prolonged silence since its initial announcement last year during the Nintendo Switch 2 event. This title has once again shown signs of life, much to the relief of fans who had begun to doubt and fear the worst. The game’s publisher Kadokawa had promised on numerous occasions that the game would not miss its scheduled release in 2026, but doubts lingered among fans. However, recent developments have sparked renewed enthusiasm, with players claiming it is “literally Bloodborne 2”.

This renewed interest was further fueled by FromSoftware’s presentation of a new trailer for The Duskbloods in a Nintendo Direct, confirming a closed beta test for this summer (in the Northern Hemisphere) and showcasing surprising graphics for the console. Although the lack of gameplay footage and an exact release date have left some fans concerned about potential delays until 2027 amidst an increasingly crowded launch schedule.

As anticipated, the main announcement came to delight fans with a new advance shown during today’s Nintendo Direct, officially confirming that the closed beta test will indeed take place this summer. This promotional video also offered a fresh and updated look at the game’s graphics, which, for part of the user base on that platform, appear strikingly sharp and display a level of visual detail superior to what many would expect from the Nintendo Switch 2 screen.

One avid player lamented that a single‑player RPG set in this world would have been extraordinary, only to see its beautiful art style squandered in an online title confined to the Switch 2.

In closing, it is worth noting that the absence of a concrete release date and the scarcity of specific details continue to fuel legitimate concerns within the gaming community. With September and October already brimming with high‑profile releases from competitors, the realistic and tangible risk of a postponement to 2027 looms large. For now, all we can do is exercise patience and await further announcements that will clarify gameplay mechanics and the eventual availability of the title.