The Duskbloods gameplay leaks ahead of tomorrow's closed beta, showing tense PvP battles with guns, wolves, and velociraptors
A leak of FromSoftware’s Switch 2 exclusive The Duskblood reveals guns, wolves and velociraptors in PvP combat just before tomorrow’s beta.
Answered
What platform is The Duskblood being released on?
The Duskblood is presented as a Switch 2 exclusive according to The Verge and Nintendo Everything.
When is the first public test of The Duskblood scheduled?
A closed beta is slated for tomorrow, following the recent gameplay leak.
What elements of gameplay were shown in the leaked footage?
The leak displays frantic PvP battles that combine firearms with wolves and velociraptors, highlighting a blend of gothic horror and high‑octane action.
Where it stands
Siliconera reported that network test codes have already been distributed, opening downloads for early access. The leak places pressure on Nintendo and FromSoftware as the game’s unique combat mix draws interest from the Switch 2 community, especially gamers eager for a new PvP experience before the official launch.
Players who obtain the network test codes can explore early builds ahead of the beta, potentially influencing final balance decisions. Tomorrow’s closed beta will determine server stability and player reception, while further previews may emerge if additional outlets receive previews.
Anticipation builds for the full release later this year, with the leaked content setting expectations for a high‑stakes, multiplayer‑focused title.
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Sources (10)
- "The release date is inaccurate" - No, The Duskbloods isn't releasing on 24th September, according to Nintendo Eurogamer · 7h ago broke it first
- FromSoftware's Miyazaki Interview IGN · 7h ago
- The Duskbloods Preview: A Hands-On Breakdown Of From Software’s Game Informer · 7h ago
- Vampires Accumulating Virtue in PvPvE 'The Duskbloods' Inven Global · 7h ago
- We played The Duskbloods, the Switch 2’s wildest new exclusive The Verge · 7h ago
- The Duskbloods: the best of FromSoftware fights in a frantic multiplayer battleground The Guardian · 7h ago
- The Duskbloods Network Test Codes Head Out as Downloads Start Siliconera · 7h ago
- First gameplay of The Duskbloods has leaked Nintendo Everything · 7h ago
- FromSoftware’s The Duskbloods Leaks After Taiwanese Outlet 4Gamers Accidentally Publishes Hands-On Preview Ahead of Schedule Wccftech · 7h ago
- The Duskbloods gameplay leaks ahead of tomorrow's closed beta, showing tense PvP battles with guns, wolves, and velociraptors Eurogamer · 7h ago broke it first
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