"Bloodborne Fans Excited for Nintendo Switch 2 Exclusive: The Duskbloods"

One of the most intriguing announcements from the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct was the reveal of a third-party game: The Duskbloods, developed by FromSoftware. This new title, set to launch globally in 2026, will be exclusive to the Nintendo Switch 2. In The Duskbloods, players take on the role of the "Bloodsworn," a group enhanced beyond human capabilities by special blood, engaging in fierce combat to become the "First Blood."

FromSoftware's press release confirmed that The Duskbloods is a PvPvE game with "online multiplayer at its core," accommodating up to eight players in a battle for supremacy. While the game evokes comparisons to the PlayStation 4-exclusive Bloodborne with its themes of blood and machinery, it also shares similarities with the upcoming Elden Ring Nightreign, particularly in its inclusion of PvP elements rather than solely co-op PvE.

The announcement left fans with more questions than answers, offering only brief glimpses of terrifying beasts and bosses. The Bloodborne community has been buzzing with reactions. One Reddit user exclaimed, "BLOOD! EVERY FIVE SECONDS THEY TALKED ABOUT BLOOD!" while another speculated, "That game is 100% Bloodborne 2. I assume the name change is either because it's in a different setting, or because of Sony exclusivity."

Nintendo Direct: Nintendo Switch 2 - The Dusk Bloods

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Though The Duskbloods is a distinct game, its connections to Bloodborne are clear, leading many to view it as a spiritual successor. Unlike other FromSoftware titles like the Souls series and Elden Ring, which have made their way to multiple platforms, Bloodborne has remained exclusive to the PlayStation 4, with no PC port in sight. This has left fans yearning for more, and some have even suggested that Nintendo stepped in to fund what they perceive as Bloodborne 2 due to Sony's exclusivity.

However, the excitement has been tempered by the realization that The Duskbloods will be a PvPvE experience rather than the traditional single-player RPG that FromSoftware is known for. The focus on multiplayer and the exclusivity to the Nintendo Switch 2 have caused some fans to reconsider their enthusiasm.

Further details about The Duskbloods are expected soon, with an interview featuring director Hidetaka Miyazaki set to be published on Nintendo's website on April 4. This interview should provide more insight into the game's mechanics, its PvPvE elements, and whether it can meet the long-held hopes of Bloodborne fans.

For a comprehensive overview of all announcements from the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, be sure to check out our recap.