FromSoftware has confirmed that its upcoming multiplayer game The Duskbloods, originally slated for release later this year on Nintendo Switch 2, has been delayed into 2027.
The developer made the announcement on its official Twitter account (@fromsoftware_pr) on October 29, 2026, citing feedback from a network test held in August as the reason for the change.
The Duskbloods is positioned as a new multiplayer-focused title from FromSoftware, the studio behind critically acclaimed franchises such as Dark Souls, Bloodborne, Sekiro, and Elden Ring.
According to the developer's post, the August network test delivered player evaluations that highlighted the potential of The Duskbloods' design—particularly its emphasis on varied tactics and strategic play beyond direct combat.
FromSoftware said it needs additional time to refine game rules and balance to deliver the intended experience at a higher standard.
In journalistic terms, FromSoftware told players that, following the August 2026 network test, the team will use extra development time to finalize game rules and balance so the title better realizes its goal of supporting diverse strategies and maneuvers.
As a result, the company has moved the release window to 2027 and apologized to fans for the delay.
The announcement does not provide a specific release date or a narrower window within 2027, nor does it list concrete changes that will be made to mechanics or balance.
The Duskbloods remains planned for Nintendo Switch 2, and FromSoftware's message framed the delay as a quality-focused decision based on player feedback from the network test.
This delay joins a long history of developers adjusting launch timing to respond to playtest feedback and polish online systems.
FromSoftware has previously released major titles across multiple platforms and has increasingly engaged with multiplayer and online testing ahead of launch.
Fans and industry observers should expect further updates directly from FromSoftware or via official Nintendo channels as the team completes its final adjustments.
Source: FromSoftware official Twitter account (@fromsoftware_pr), October 29, 2026.
What do you think about the delay for The Duskbloods?
Share your thoughts in the comments.
The developer made the announcement on its official Twitter account (@fromsoftware_pr) on October 29, 2026, citing feedback from a network test held in August as the reason for the change.
The Duskbloods is positioned as a new multiplayer-focused title from FromSoftware, the studio behind critically acclaimed franchises such as Dark Souls, Bloodborne, Sekiro, and Elden Ring.
According to the developer's post, the August network test delivered player evaluations that highlighted the potential of The Duskbloods' design—particularly its emphasis on varied tactics and strategic play beyond direct combat.
FromSoftware said it needs additional time to refine game rules and balance to deliver the intended experience at a higher standard.
In journalistic terms, FromSoftware told players that, following the August 2026 network test, the team will use extra development time to finalize game rules and balance so the title better realizes its goal of supporting diverse strategies and maneuvers.
As a result, the company has moved the release window to 2027 and apologized to fans for the delay.
The announcement does not provide a specific release date or a narrower window within 2027, nor does it list concrete changes that will be made to mechanics or balance.
The Duskbloods remains planned for Nintendo Switch 2, and FromSoftware's message framed the delay as a quality-focused decision based on player feedback from the network test.
This delay joins a long history of developers adjusting launch timing to respond to playtest feedback and polish online systems.
FromSoftware has previously released major titles across multiple platforms and has increasingly engaged with multiplayer and online testing ahead of launch.
Fans and industry observers should expect further updates directly from FromSoftware or via official Nintendo channels as the team completes its final adjustments.
Source: FromSoftware official Twitter account (@fromsoftware_pr), October 29, 2026.
What do you think about the delay for The Duskbloods?
Share your thoughts in the comments.
