FromSoftware began the first closed playtest for Duskbloods, its upcoming multiplayer title for Switch 2, but the launch encountered severe technical difficulties. Within minutes of going live, the game's servers became overwhelmed as a surge of hopeful players attempted to log in simultaneously, leaving most of them unable to progress past the main menu screen.

Players took to social media to report their frustration with the widespread connectivity issues, with many expressing disappointment at being locked out of the anticipated test. FromSoftware responded publicly to acknowledge the server problems, thanking participants for their understanding while the team worked to resolve the capacity problems. The incident highlights the common challenge studios face when launching networked tests with higher-than-anticipated demand from enthusiastic communities.