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The Duskbloods

​FromSoftware's title, The Duskbloods, immerses players in a gothic, steampunk-inspired world teeming with vampiric lore and atmospheric dread. As "Duskbloods," individuals endowed with supernatural abilities, players engage in a PvPvE experience, navigating treacherous environments and confronting formidable adversaries. The game s up to eight players, fostering dynamic interactions and strategic alliances. Exclusive to the Nintendo Switch 2, The Duskbloods is slated for a 2026 release.

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The Duskbloods
Released
2026
Developer(s)
FromSoftware
Publisher(s)
FromSoftware
Multiplayer
Online Multiplayer
Number of Players
1-8 players

​FromSoftware's title, The Duskbloods, immerses players in a gothic, steampunk-inspired world teeming with vampiric lore and atmospheric dread. As "Duskbloods," individuals endowed with supernatural abilities, players engage in a PvPvE experience, navigating treacherous environments and confronting formidable adversaries. The game s up to eight players, fostering dynamic interactions and strategic alliances. Exclusive to the Nintendo Switch 2, The Duskbloods is slated for a 2026 release.

Number of Players
1-8 players

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