Bloodborne Fans Excited for Nintendo Switch 2 Exclusive: The Duskbloods

The most surprising reveal during the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct was undoubtedly a third-party game announced near the end of the showcase: FromSoftware's new title, The Duskbloods. This game draws striking similarities to the beloved PlayStation 4 exclusive, Bloodborne.

To clarify, The Duskbloods is a brand-new game set to launch worldwide in 2026, exclusively on the Nintendo Switch 2. In this game, players assume the role of the "Bloodsworn," a group that has transcended humanity through the use of special blood. The objective is to engage in a fierce melee to become the "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 the atmosphere of Bloodborne with its themes of blood, guns, and machinery, it also shares elements with the upcoming Elden Ring Nightreign, albeit with a focus on PvP rather than solely co-op PvE.

The showcase provided only cryptic teases and glimpses of horrifying beasts and bosses, yet it 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 post about The Duskbloods. Another fan speculated, "That game is 100% Bloodborne 2. I assume the name change is either because it's in a different setting, or because of 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 evident, leading fans to view it as a spiritual successor. While other FromSoftware titles like the Souls series and Elden Ring have expanded to multiple platforms—including a Tarnished Edition of Elden Ring for the Switch 2—Bloodborne has remained a PlayStation 4 exclusive, with fans yearning for a port, sequel, or any related content for years.

"Nintendo really got tired of waiting for Bloodborne 2 and just decided to fund it themselves," one commenter quipped. Another pointed out the exclusivity, noting, "Bloodborne was always an exclusive, this is on brand."

The announcement has reignited excitement among Bloodborne enthusiasts, though some are tempering their enthusiasm upon learning that The Duskbloods is a PvPvE experience, resembling a battle royale-style game rather than the traditional single-player RPG expected from FromSoftware. This shift in focus, combined with the game's exclusivity to the Nintendo Switch 2, has led to mixed feelings among fans.

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

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