FromSoftware is set to launch The Duskbloods on Nintendo Switch 2 later this year, a multiplayer title that pits up to eight players against one another in a gothic, Bloodborne‑style world. Multiplayer will feature blood‑based powers that shift combat styles as players chase the coveted First Blood prize.

During Tuesday’s Nintendo Direct, the studio revealed a closed network test slated for summer, giving early adopters a chance to shape gameplay before the official release. The test comes as FromSoftware prepares to counter mainstream titles like Grand Theft Auto 6, aiming to carve a niche in competitive action.

The upcoming port of Elden Ring to Switch 2 on August 28 underscores FromSoftware’s push into the handheld market. Players will soon decide whether the darker aesthetics and team combat of The Duskbloods can stand beside the open‑world experience of Elden Ring.

With a confirmed test window and a clear release path, FromSoftware’s Switch 2 strategy positions the studio to capture a dedicated fan base while challenging larger franchises on the console platform.