From Software today announced a new IP exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2, The Duskbloods.
From Software didn’t surprise the world today when they announced that Elden Ring was coming to Nintendo Switch 2, though they did not reveal whether Elden Ring Nightreign is destined for the platform. In fact, given the immense popularity of the title, it would have been more surprising if From Software opted to skip the console. The real surprise From Software and Nintendo saved until the end of today’s Nintendo Direct.
From Software is developing a brand new IP for Nintendo Switch 2. Titled The Duskbloods, this new title launches exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026.
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Become the Bloodsworn
The Duskbloods is a PvPvE title where up to 8 players battle it out among themselves and challenging enemies. In it, you play as the Bloodsworn, a group of supernatural humans blessed with special blood. In the game, you throw yourself into ‘The First Blood,’ a violent conflict that coincides with the twilight of humanity.
Unfortunately, not many other details about the game have been revealed. The trailer showcases a Victorian England-inspired setting. Features like mounts appear to be returning from previous From Software outings. We might learn some additional details on Friday, April 4 when Hidetaka Miyazaki will participate in a ‘Creator’s Voice’ with Nintendo.
From Software + Nintendo
The Duskbloods' announcement marks a first for both From Software and Nintendo. This will be the first From Software title to be properly developed for a Nintendo platform, let alone exclusively. While From Software has developed games exclusively for one platform before, they’ve primarily been released for PlayStation consoles. While there have been some Xbox 360 exclusive titles, the two games that really helped cement From Software’s pedigree, Demon’s Souls (PS3) and Bloodborne (PS4), were both PlayStation exclusive. By partnering with Nintendo, From Software likely hopes to extend their style of games to a new audience.
We might learn some additional details on Friday, April 4 when Hidetaka Miyazaki will participate in a ‘Creator’s Voice’ with Nintendo.
The Duskbloods is a ways away. The game won’t launch on Nintendo Switch 2 until 2026. However, those hungry for a From Software game will be able to play Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition when it launches on Switch 2. This edition includes the base game, Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, and some new armor, weapons, and customization features (this content will also make its way to other platforms). Oddly, From Software has yet to announce whether Elden Ring Nightreign (out May 30 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PS4, and Xbox One) will also make its way to the Switch 2.
