FromSoftware's upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive, The Duskbloods, features a multiplayer-focused race to be the last person standing, evolving out of the PvE mechanics seen in Elden Ring: Nightreign. However, game director Hidetaka Miyazaki has confirmed that players who find intense PvP challenging will have access to dedicated support systems during battle.
Quick Facts
- Developer: FromSoftware
- Platform: Nintendo Switch 2 (exclusive)
- Key Feature: Customizable companions, such as Kin, that can fight for players who prefer a less aggressive frontline role
How Companion Customization Helps Beginner PvP Players
While the core structure centers on bloodthirsty player-versus-player competition, Miyazaki noted in a recent interview that you do not need to excel at PvP to emerge victorious. Drawing on FromSoftware's history of helpful NPC and player summons—such as calling Solaire in Dark Souls—The Duskbloods builds on that foundation by giving combat companions a more active, customizable role.
Players can further emphasize companions like Kin and tailor their character stats to supplement the NPC's power. According to Miyazaki, this granular customization caters directly to those who prefer to stand back and let their companion handle incoming threats while taking a backseat in the heat of battle.
Platform Exclusivity Details
Miyazaki also addressed the game's platform status, confirming that The Duskbloods remains exclusive to the Nintendo Switch 2. While whether the title will eventually migrate to other consoles remains unconfirmed, FromSoftware has previously kept major top-tier titles restricted to specific platforms.