"Bloodborne Fans Excited for Nintendo Switch 2 Exclusive: The Duskbloods"

The Nintendo Switch 2 Direct brought a surprising reveal that has set the gaming community abuzz: FromSoftware is developing a brand-new game titled *The Duskbloods*, which bears striking similarities to the beloved PlayStation 4 exclusive, *Bloodborne*. This new title, set to launch globally in 2026 and exclusive to the Nintendo Switch 2, introduces players to the "Bloodsworn," a group transcending humanity through the power of special blood. In *The Duskbloods*, players will engage in a fierce melee to claim the title of "First Blood."

FromSoftware confirmed via press release that *The Duskbloods* will be a PvPvE game, with online multiplayer at its heart, allowing up to eight players to compete for victory. While the game evokes *Bloodborne* with its focus on blood, guns, and machinery, it also shares elements with the upcoming *Elden Ring Nightreign*, though *The Duskbloods* introduces PvP elements rather than solely co-op PvE.

Though details are sparse, the showcase included cryptic teases and glimpses of terrifying beasts and bosses, igniting a variety of reactions from *Bloodborne* fans. One Reddit commenter exclaimed, "BLOOD! EVERY FIVE SECONDS THEY TALKED ABOUT BLOOD!" while another 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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Despite its differences, *The Duskbloods* clearly shares connections with *Bloodborne*, leading fans to view it as a spiritual successor. While the Souls series and *Elden Ring* have expanded to other platforms, *Bloodborne* has remained a PlayStation 4 exclusive, with fans yearning for a port or sequel for years. A Reddit user humorously remarked, "Nintendo really got tired of waiting for Bloodborne 2 and just decided to fund it themselves." 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 tempered their enthusiasm upon learning that *The Duskbloods* leans towards a battle royale-style game rather than the single-player RPG typically expected from FromSoftware. Discussions on fan forums revealed mixed feelings about the game's PvPvE focus and its exclusivity to the Nintendo Switch 2, with some expressing reservations about diving into *The Duskbloods*.

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

For a full rundown of all the announcements from today's Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, be sure to check out our comprehensive recap.