FromSoftware’s "The Duskbloods" Network Test Kicks Off This Friday for Nintendo Switch 2, Participants Now Receiving Download Codes
Tokyo, Japan – Excitement is building among fans as FromSoftware’s highly anticipated new title, "The Duskbloods," gears up for its exclusive Network Test on the Nintendo Switch 2. Players who were successfully selected to participate have now begun receiving their coveted download codes, granting them access to the game client ahead of the test’s official launch this Friday, August 21st.
The Network Test, a crucial phase for developers to gather feedback and stress-test game infrastructure, will run intermittently until August 24th. This limited-time event offers a select group of players the first hands-on experience with the online-only multiplayer game. Successful applicants, who were notified of their selection on August 7th after applying in late July, can now access their unique download code by revisiting their Account page on The Duskbloods Network Test website.
While a firm release date for "The Duskbloods" remains unconfirmed, FromSoftware, renowned for its challenging and atmospheric titles, previously announced earlier this year that the game is slated for a 2026 launch, exclusively on the Nintendo Switch 2.
The Network Test schedule is as follows, with sessions strategically spaced to gather data across various time zones:
- August 21st: 11 AM – 3 PM BST
- August 22nd: 3 AM – 7 AM BST
- August 22nd: 7 PM – 11 PM BST
- August 23rd: 11 AM – 3 PM BST
- August 24th: 3 AM – 7 AM BST
Despite "The Duskbloods" being an online-only multiplayer experience, game director Hidetaka Miyazaki reassured fans in April 2025 that FromSoftware’s commitment to single-player titles remains steadfast. "As previously mentioned, this is an online multiplayer title at its core, but this doesn’t mean that we as a company have decided to shift to a more multiplayer-focused direction with titles going forward," Miyazaki stated. He further emphasized the company’s dedication to its traditional style of single-player games, citing the announced Nintendo Switch 2 version of "Elden Ring" as an example of their ongoing development in that genre.
The upcoming Network Test for "The Duskbloods" marks a significant milestone in the game’s development, offering a tantalizing glimpse into FromSoftware’s latest creation and providing valuable data that will undoubtedly shape the final product ahead of its 2026 release. Fans eager to dive into this new world can now prepare for their journey into "The Duskbloods" on the Nintendo Switch 2.
