FromSoft’s Switch 2 exclusive, The Duskbloods, has been delayed into 2027
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FromSoftware has delayed The Duskbloods, its Switch 2 exclusive, from its planned 2026 window to an unspecified date in 2027. The studio says the extra time will allow it to refine the game’s rules and balance, following player interest in its combat and strategic elements during a network test.
The game is described as combining ideas associated with Bloodborne, Sekiro and Dark Souls, alongside features such as jetpacks and dinosaurs. More people applied to join its closed network test than applied for Elden Ring Nightreign, despite The Duskbloods being exclusive to Switch 2. The test also faced major connectivity problems in its first session, which were resolved in later sessions.
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In short
- The Duskbloods has moved from 2026 to an unspecified date in 2027.
- FromSoftware plans more time for rule adjustments and balancing.
- Its network test drew more applications than Elden Ring Nightreign.
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- 30 minutes ago FromSoftware has delayed The Duskbloods, its Switch 2 exclusive, from its planned 2026 window to an unspecified date in 2027.
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The case for
The delay could give FromSoftware time to refine combat rules and balance in response to strong player interest, improving the experience at launch. For a complex online game, taking more time may also help the studio deliver a more polished and reliable release.
The case against
Moving the game to 2027 leaves Switch 2 owners waiting longer and makes the original 2026 window less useful to people planning what to play or buy. The network test’s initial connectivity problems may also heighten concern that the extra time will not necessarily resolve every launch issue.
Explained simply
FromSoftware is a Japanese game studio known for challenging action games such as Dark Souls, Bloodborne and Sekiro. These games are known for close combat, powerful enemies and systems that reward learning how opponents behave.
The Duskbloods is being made for Nintendo’s Switch 2 console and is described as drawing on ideas from those earlier games. Its network test let selected players try it online and gave the studio feedback on its combat and strategy. The game’s delay means it is now expected in 2027, though no date has been announced.
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