FromSoftware has halted the inaugural closed network test for The Duskbloods on the Nintendo Switch 2 after encountering server problems, the developer confirmed today.
The cancellation affects players who were scheduled to take part in the session; FromSoftware says the test will be rescheduled and further details will be provided at a later date.
Background
The Duskbloods is currently in closed network testing on Nintendo Switch 2, a phase developers use to validate online stability and backend services before wider trials or launch.
FromSoftware — the studio behind franchise-defining titles such as Dark Souls, Sekiro, and the multi-million-selling Elden Ring — issued an apology to players affected by the outage and said it will continue work to improve server performance.
Developer statement (rewritten)
FromSoftware told players that it sincerely apologizes to anyone who was waiting to take part in the first The Duskbloods network test.
The developer confirmed that today’s session has been closed because of game server issues, and added that the team will continue to work on server improvements before announcing a new schedule for tests.
What players should know
- The closed network test was intended to evaluate online systems for The Duskbloods on Nintendo Switch 2.
- FromSoftware has acknowledged the server problems and plans to reschedule the session; no new date has been provided yet.
- Official updates will likely appear through FromSoftware’s channels and, where applicable, Nintendo’s announcement venues such as Nintendo Direct or the Nintendo eShop news feeds.
Context and developer track record
FromSoftware has extensive experience running networked trials and post-launch support for large-scale titles.
The studio’s recent success with Elden Ring, which sold millions of copies and won critical acclaim, underscores the technical and community expectations for any online-capable release.
Reporting credit
Thanks to user tipper Gaga4Yaya for bringing this session closure to light.
Where to follow updates
Players waiting for the rescheduled The Duskbloods network test should monitor FromSoftware’s official website and social media accounts, as well as Nintendo’s news channels, for confirmed dates and further technical notes.
The cancellation affects players who were scheduled to take part in the session; FromSoftware says the test will be rescheduled and further details will be provided at a later date.
Background
The Duskbloods is currently in closed network testing on Nintendo Switch 2, a phase developers use to validate online stability and backend services before wider trials or launch.
FromSoftware — the studio behind franchise-defining titles such as Dark Souls, Sekiro, and the multi-million-selling Elden Ring — issued an apology to players affected by the outage and said it will continue work to improve server performance.
Developer statement (rewritten)
FromSoftware told players that it sincerely apologizes to anyone who was waiting to take part in the first The Duskbloods network test.
The developer confirmed that today’s session has been closed because of game server issues, and added that the team will continue to work on server improvements before announcing a new schedule for tests.
What players should know
- The closed network test was intended to evaluate online systems for The Duskbloods on Nintendo Switch 2.
- FromSoftware has acknowledged the server problems and plans to reschedule the session; no new date has been provided yet.
- Official updates will likely appear through FromSoftware’s channels and, where applicable, Nintendo’s announcement venues such as Nintendo Direct or the Nintendo eShop news feeds.
Context and developer track record
FromSoftware has extensive experience running networked trials and post-launch support for large-scale titles.
The studio’s recent success with Elden Ring, which sold millions of copies and won critical acclaim, underscores the technical and community expectations for any online-capable release.
Reporting credit
Thanks to user tipper Gaga4Yaya for bringing this session closure to light.
Where to follow updates
Players waiting for the rescheduled The Duskbloods network test should monitor FromSoftware’s official website and social media accounts, as well as Nintendo’s news channels, for confirmed dates and further technical notes.
