The Duskbloods will not arrive in 2026. FromSoftware, the studio behind Dark Souls and Elden Ring, announced the delay to 2027 on October 29, 2026, in a statement on the game’s official X account, Video Games Chronicle reported. The game had been planned for 2026, although it never had a specific date, and there is still none.
Why it has been delayed
FromSoftware says development is at the final adjustment stage and that it needs more time for final adjustments to game rules and balancing. The studio explains that the network test held in August showed interest in combat, strategic depth and player expression, and that the delay is meant to strengthen those areas.
What we know about the game
- Genre: multiplayer action
- Platform: exclusive to Nintendo Switch 2
- Developer: FromSoftware
- Release: 2027, with no specific date
Why it matters
The Duskbloods is one of the most anticipated exclusives for Nintendo’s console, and some players had already been expecting a delay as the year came to an end. According to VGC, more players applied for its closed network test than for Elden Ring Nightreign’s, despite being limited to a single console. This year’s biggest releases are in our November 2026 calendar.
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