Well, that was a brilliant start – said no one ever. FromSoftware’s highly anticipated game, The Duskbloods, was supposed to kick off its first network test today, but it looks like the servers had other plans. In a shocking turn of events (not really), the test was plagued by server issues, and the whole thing has been called off. I mean, who needs a smooth network test when you can have a few hours of frustrated players trying to log in, right? The studio issued an apology, because of course they did, and now we’re all left wondering if the rest of the test schedule will be affected.
The Duskbloods: A Game of Unexpected Drama (and Server Issues)
FromSoftware’s post on X stated that they “sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused” and that they’re working on improving the servers. You know, the usual PR speak. It’s not entirely clear if the additional sessions planned for this weekend are still on, or if everything is being pushed back. But hey, at least they confirmed that there will be more network test sessions in the future. Silver linings, right? It’s worth noting that Elden Ring: Nightregn had similar issues during its network test, so maybe this is just a rite of passage for FromSoftware games.
A Focus on Casual Players (and PvPvE Chaos)
The Duskbloods, exclusive to Nintendo Switch 2, is FromSoftware’s latest attempt at a multiplayer game. It’s a PvPvE experience, because what’s more fun than fighting against other players and enemies at the same time? The game already looks like it’s going to be just as weird and wonderful as FromSoftware’s other titles, but this time around, they’re trying to appeal to casual players. In a recent hands-on preview, director Hidetaka Miyazaki mentioned that they wanted to create a game where players could enjoy matches without needing to be super skilled at PvP. You know, for those of us who just want to play without getting destroyed by tryhards.
The Virtue System and Unexpected Drama
Miyazaki also talked about the virtue system, which sounds like a way for players to compete in matches without needing to rely solely on PvP skills. It’s all about creating an experience where players can do their own thing and still have fun, even if they’re not the most skilled players. And, of course, there’s the promise of “unexpected drama,” because what’s a FromSoftware game without a little bit of chaos? The Duskbloods is scheduled to launch in 2026 on Nintendo Switch 2, although we still don’t have a release date. I’m sure it’ll be worth the wait, as long as they can get those servers sorted out.
In conclusion, it’s just another day in the world of gaming, where server issues and delays are just a normal part of the fun. But hey, at least we can all look forward to The Duskbloods’ unique brand of PvPvE chaos and unexpected drama. Who needs a smooth launch when you can have a game that’s still figuring things out? It’s all part of the adventure, right? Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’m off to play some other game that’s not being held back by server issues. Maybe. Possibly. Hopefully.
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