"Bloodborne Fans Buzz Over Exclusive Switch 2 Game: The Duskbloods"

The most surprising reveal at the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct was undoubtedly a third-party game. Announced near the end of the showcase, FromSoftware unveiled a brand-new game called The Duskbloods, which draws striking parallels to the beloved PlayStation 4-exclusive Bloodborne.

To clarify, The Duskbloods is a new game set to launch worldwide in 2026, exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2. In this title, players take on the role of the "Bloodsworn," a group that has transcended humanity through special blood, entering a fierce melee to claim the title of "First Blood."

FromSoftware confirmed in a press release that The Duskbloods is a PvPvE title with "online multiplayer at its core," allowing up to eight players to compete for victory. While the game evokes memories of Bloodborne with its themes of blood, firearms, and machinery, it also shares similarities with the upcoming Elden Ring Nightreign, though it incorporates PvP elements rather than just co-op PvE.

Details beyond these initial teasers are scarce, featuring glimpses of terrifying beasts and bosses. This has sparked a wide range of reactions among Bloodborne fans.

"BLOOD! EVERY FIVE SECONDS THEY TALKED ABOUT BLOOD!" exclaimed one commenter on the r/Bloodborne subreddit. Another fan suggested, "That game is 100% Bloodborne 2. The name change might be due to a different setting or Sony exclusivity."

Nintendo Direct: Nintendo Switch 2 - The Dusk Bloods

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Although The Duskbloods is a distinct game, its connections to Bloodborne are unmistakable, leading fans to see it as a spiritual successor. While other FromSoftware titles like the Souls series and Elden Ring have expanded to other platforms—including a Tarnished Edition of Elden Ring for the Switch 2—Bloodborne has remained a PlayStation 4 exclusive, with fans eagerly awaiting any news of a port, sequel, or related content.

"Nintendo really got tired of waiting for Bloodborne 2 and just decided to fund it themselves," speculated one commenter. Another pointed out the exclusivity of The Duskbloods to the Nintendo Switch 2, mirroring Bloodborne's platform exclusivity. "Bloodborne was always an exclusive, this is on brand," they added.

The announcement has reignited passion among Bloodborne fans, though the reality that The Duskbloods is a battle royale-style game rather than a single-player RPG has tempered excitement. Some fans are less enthusiastic about the multiplayer focus and the exclusivity to the Switch 2.

More information about The Duskbloods is expected soon, with an interview featuring director Hidetaka Miyazaki set to be posted on Nintendo's website on April 4. This interview should provide insights into the game's mechanics, its PvPvE elements, and whether it can truly satisfy the long-held hopes of Bloodborne fans.

For all the other announcements from today's stream, check out our comprehensive recap of everything revealed at the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct.