From Software’s The Duskbloods Network Test Dates and How to Sign Up
The closed playtest will let up to eight players per match help FromSoftware stress-test servers and gather feedback before release.
- FromSoftware officially revealed The Duskbloods Network Test for Nintendo Switch 2 will run from August 21 to August 24, 2026. This limited playtest marks the first hands-on opportunity for the upcoming multiplayer title.
- Players interested in participating can apply starting July 22, 2026 via the game's official site. To qualify, applicants must own a Nintendo Switch 2 console and maintain an active Switch Online membership.
- The Duskbloods is a PvPvE title allowing "up to eight players" to compete in online matches. FromSoftware confirmed the playtest spans five server sessions across the four-day window.
- Selection notifications will arrive on August 7 at 14:00 BST. FromSoftware warned that bugs and balance issues are expected during testing as development continues.
- This multiplayer-focused project has drawn skepticism from fans accustomed to FromSoftware's acclaimed single-player RPGs. The gothic-horror, vampire-themed aesthetic aims to test server infrastructure while gathering essential community feedback.
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