The Duskbloods closed network test scheduled for August
Originally published Jul 15, 2026
By Rebekah Valentine · Kotaku
AI-generated summary based on Kotaku · Aggregated by GamingCurve · Human-reviewed and approved on Jul 15, 2026
Key points
- Closed network test registration opens July 22–28 via Nintendo account.
- Selected testers receive codes on August 7 for sessions between Aug 21‑23.
- Test will run on Switch 2 and disables screenshot/video capture.
- Game supports up to eight players in combined PvP/PvE vampire combat.
FromSoftware announced a closed network test for its upcoming Switch 2 exclusive, The Duskbloods. Players can register with their Nintendo accounts between July 22 and July 28, and selected participants will be notified on August 7 to receive a download code. The testing windows run from the early morning of August 21 through the evening of August 23, covering multiple four‑hour sessions.
The test requires a Switch 2 console and will enforce strict capture restrictions, disabling screenshot and video functions. The Duskbloods is described as an eight‑player vampire action title blending PvP and PvE elements, with players earning Victory Points based on character objectives. No release date has been confirmed beyond a 2026 window.
Read the original story: Kotaku — by Rebekah Valentine