FromSoftware has announced a delay for its upcoming multiplayer title, The Duskbloods, pushing its release from its originally planned 2026 window to sometime in 2027. The game, a surprising exclusive for the Nintendo Switch 2, is known for its pedigree as a title from the developer behind the Dark Souls series and Elden Ring.
In a statement posted to The Duskbloods' X account, the studio cited the need for further adjustments to the game's rules and balancing as the primary reason for the delay. "While development of 'The Duskbloods' is at the final adjustment stage, we have made the decision to move the launch window to 2027," the statement read. "We apologize to players who have been kindly awaiting the release of this title and thank you for your patience and support. During the network test, we saw active interest in the core concepts of the game, including combat, strategic depth, and player expression. To further enhance these aspects, we have decided to move the launch, allowing time for final adjustments to game rules and balancing."
This decision follows positive impressions from a hands-on preview session and the game's closed network test earlier this year. While the network tests generated enthusiasm for the game's combat and strategic elements, the extended delay suggests that FromSoftware aims to refine these aspects significantly based on player feedback and internal evaluations. The developer acknowledged the active interest in the game's core concepts and intends to use the additional time to ensure these elements are fully realized.
To offer players a glimpse of what's to come, FromSoftware has pointed to an in-depth preview and gameplay footage commentary available for The Duskbloods. These resources aim to keep players engaged while they await the revised 2027 launch.