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FromSoftware Unveils New Title ‘The Duskbloods’ and Confirms ‘Elden Ring’ for Nintendo Switch 2
Gaming giant FromSoftware made significant announcements during the recent Switch 2 Direct event, revealing a brand-new game, The Duskbloods, and confirming that its critically acclaimed action role-playing game (RPG), Elden Ring, is slated to launch on the forthcoming Nintendo Switch 2 console. The highly anticipated console is scheduled for release on June 5, with a suggested retail price of $450.
‘The Duskbloods’: A Switch 2 Exclusive Multiplayer Experience
The Duskbloods, a title exclusive to the Nintendo Switch 2, was unexpectedly unveiled during the Switch 2 Direct presentation. FromSoftware describes the game as a player-versus-player-versus-environment (PvPvE) online multiplayer experience, drawing parallels to the developer’s anticipated Elden Ring: Nightreign in its multiplayer structure.
Gameplay and Features
Players will assume the roles of members of the Bloodsworn, a faction distinguished by having “transcended human strength owing to their special blood.” Participants will engage in combat against each other while simultaneously confronting environmental adversaries.
True to FromSoftware’s signature style, The Duskbloods will feature a gothic atmosphere and an emphasis on visceral combat, reminiscent of the studio’s popular title Bloodborne for the PlayStation 4. Initial impressions suggest that characters in The Duskbloods will possess a broader range of abilities compared to those in FromSoftware’s previous games.
Release Timing for ‘The Duskbloods’
The release timeframe for The Duskbloods is currently set for 2026.
Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Details and Game Lineup
The Nintendo Switch 2 is set to debut on June 5, with pre-orders commencing on April 9 at participating retailers. The new console is expected to boast robust third-party support, with prominent titles such as Borderlands 4, Madden, and Civilization 7 from various publishers anticipated for the platform.