The wait is starting to take its toll. While FromSoftware remains one of the most closely watched studios around, The Duskbloods, its next PvPvE game, was originally scheduled to arrive in 2026. But as the months pass without concrete news, doubts set in.
It’s already March 2026, and no specific date has been confirmed. According to several corroborating sources, including a well-known informant on YouTube, the release could ultimately be pushed back to the end of the year, or even beyond. A hypothesis that completely changes the situation for players.
The Duskbloods, a release now expected at the end of 2026
The official calendar remains completely unclear. If the trailer suggested a release in 2026, the information available today tells a different story. The lack of gameplay presented and the lack of communication fuel speculation. The most credible scenario now remains a release at the end of the year. A strategic niche, often reserved for headlines, but also synonymous with prolonged development. Some even mention a possible announcement during Summer Game Fest 2026 in June, with a more precise date at stake.
This prolonged wait contrasts with the enthusiasm usually generated by the studio’s productions. Since the release of Elden Ring Nightreign, players have been hoping for a new project capable of recreating the same enthusiasm.
A multiplayer choice that already divides players
Unlike the classic Soulslikes that made FromSoftware’s reputation, The Duskbloods focuses on a PvPvE formula. A turn that leaves no one indifferent. This multiplayer positioning is precisely reminiscent of Elden Ring Nightreign, whose reception was not unanimous. The bet is therefore risky. Where single-player experiences have had a lasting impact on players, this new format could limit the game’s impact on the general public.
This skepticism does not mean total rejection, but it explains why waiting is tinged with uncertainty. Without concrete gameplay images, it is difficult for players to project themselves.
A Switch 2 exclusive that raises questions
Another central element: The Duskbloods is announced as a Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive. Unlike other titles which benefit from temporary exclusivity, this game seems closely linked to Nintendo’s strategy. This choice could be explained by the desire to make the game an engine for the new console. But this also limits its accessibility, particularly for players on PC, PlayStation or Xbox.
Some observers believe that making it an iconic title like Bloodborne on PlayStation 4 would be ambitious. Others see it as a powerful marketing lever to support the launch of the Switch 2.
A wait that could still get longer
At this point, there is no guarantee of a quick exit. The longer the silence continues, the more the idea of a postponement to 2027 gains ground. For players, this means a longer wait than expected. But also a gradual rise in tension around the game. Every event, every speech made by the studio will now be closely scrutinized.
In this context, The Duskbloods becomes almost as much a mystery as an expected game. And it is perhaps this uncertainty which is fueling all the curiosity around the project today.