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The Duskbloods Wiki

Network Test schedules, Bloodsworn roles, PvPvE tactics, and deep guides for The Duskbloods.

Unofficial wiki for The Duskbloods on Nintendo Switch 2: CNT prep, Bloodsworn roles, builds, and First Blood tactics.

8
Players per match
2026
Release window
5
CNT sessions
NS2
Exclusive platform
Network Test focus

Aug 7 selection checks, Aug 18 preload, tester duties, schedules, and CNT tools.

Bloodsworn & builds

Roles, blood history, archetype thinking, and early customisation routes.

Gameplay systems

PvPvE, Victory Points, firearms, events, multi-era maps, and Switch 2 control prep.

How-to guides

Deep tutorials for selection checks, preload, PvPvE play, roles, and First Blood.

Player tools

Timezone conversion and CNT checklists to keep your session plan organised.

Preview & news

What we know so far, release-window context, and the official announcement timeline.

Explore the wiki

Hubs organised around what Switch 2 players search before the 2026 launch.

Network Test

Network Test Hub

Plan for The Duskbloods Closed Network Test on Switch 2: applications, selection, preload, five sessions, and links to guides.

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Bloodsworn

Bloodsworn Hub

Explore every Bloodsworn in The Duskbloods—blood powers, weapons, summoned allies, and roles ahead of the 2026 Switch 2 debut.

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Gameplay

Gameplay Hub

PvPvE Dusk Battles, Victory Points, First Blood, and dynamic events in The Duskbloods—core rules ahead of the 2026 Switch 2 debut.

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Builds

Builds Hub

Bloodsworn build philosophy, hub customisation, and Closed Network Test prep for The Duskbloods—no invented stat numbers.

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Controls

Controls Hub

Provisional Switch 2 control guidance for The Duskbloods before the CNT—FromSoft combat habits, no unconfirmed button maps.

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Maps

Maps Hub

Gothic, Victorian, and early-modern map themes in The Duskbloods from official interviews—how arenas shape PvPvE and First Blood.

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Tier List

Tier List Hub

Pre-release archetype framework for The Duskbloods—evaluate builds before fake S-tier names exist, tied to Bloodsworn and CNT data.

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Guides

Guides Hub

Deep Duskbloods guides for CNT signup, PvPvE flow, First Blood, Bloodsworn roles, and Network Test prep on Switch 2.

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Review

Review Hub

Preview hub for The Duskbloods on Switch 2: aesthetic vs Bloodborne, PvPvE design, exclusivity, and what Creator's Voice reveals.

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Tools

Tools Hub

Helper tools for The Duskbloods Closed Network Test: timezone tables, signup checklists, and session planning for Switch 2 players.

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News

News Hub

Timeline of The Duskbloods news from April 2025 reveal through June CNT announcement, July applications, and August 2026 test.

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Featured guides
Bloodsworn

Bloodsworn Hub

Explore every Bloodsworn in The Duskbloods—blood powers, weapons, summoned allies, and roles ahead of the 2026 Switch 2 debut.

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Builds

Builds Hub

Bloodsworn build philosophy, hub customisation, and Closed Network Test prep for The Duskbloods—no invented stat numbers.

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Gameplay

Gameplay Hub

PvPvE Dusk Battles, Victory Points, First Blood, and dynamic events in The Duskbloods—core rules ahead of the 2026 Switch 2 debut.

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Guides

Guides Hub

Deep Duskbloods guides for CNT signup, PvPvE flow, First Blood, Bloodsworn roles, and Network Test prep on Switch 2.

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Network Test

Network Test Hub

Plan for The Duskbloods Closed Network Test on Switch 2: applications, selection, preload, five sessions, and links to guides.

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News

News Hub

Timeline of The Duskbloods news from April 2025 reveal through June CNT announcement, July applications, and August 2026 test.

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Review

Review Hub

Preview hub for The Duskbloods on Switch 2: aesthetic vs Bloodborne, PvPvE design, exclusivity, and what Creator's Voice reveals.

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Tier List

Tier List Hub

Pre-release archetype framework for The Duskbloods—evaluate builds before fake S-tier names exist, tied to Bloodsworn and CNT data.

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Tools

Tools Hub

Helper tools for The Duskbloods Closed Network Test: timezone tables, signup checklists, and session planning for Switch 2 players.

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Guides

How to Apply for the Network Test

Step-by-step Duskbloods Closed Network Test application guidance for Switch 2—selection, Nintendo Account, and download prep for Aug 2026.

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Maps

Gothic and Victorian Map Themes

Gothic and Victorian arenas in The Duskbloods—verticality, callouts, PvPvE lanes, and CNT note-taking before named maps ship.

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Network Test

How to Apply for the Closed Network Test

Apply for The Duskbloods Closed Network Test on Nintendo Switch 2: step-by-step instructions, eligibility checks, and common errors.

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News

Creator's Voice Interview Hub

Miyazaki Creator's Voice breakdown for The Duskbloods: Bloodsworn, First Blood, Victory Points, Switch 2 pivot, and hub loop.

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Review

Duskbloods vs Nightreign

The Duskbloods vs Elden Ring Nightreign: PvPvE versus co-op, eight-player matches, Switch 2 exclusivity, and CNT differences.

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Guides

How to Play PvPvE

Learn The Duskbloods eight-player PvPvE loop—Victory Points, First Blood, roles, and Switch 2 session basics before the 2026 launch.

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News

2026 Release Window

Kadokawa and FromSoftware still target a 2026 Switch 2 release for The Duskbloods—no street date yet, August CNT next milestone.

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Review

Duskbloods vs Bloodborne

The Duskbloods vs Bloodborne preview: new IP—not a sequel—gothic mood overlap, PvPvE, firearms, Switch 2, and multi-era maps.

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Bloodsworn

Twilight of Humanity Lore

Twilight of Humanity lore in The Duskbloods—Bloodsworn, First Blood, moontears, and Miyazaki's vision before the 2026 Switch 2 debut.

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Bloodsworn

Bloodsworn Roster Overview

Bloodsworn roster in The Duskbloods—over a dozen fighters, unique weapons, partial customization, and CNT kit evaluation tips.

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Gameplay

Movement and Combat

Sprint, super jump, double jump, firearms, and creative combat in The Duskbloods—movement and weapons before the 2026 launch.

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Guides

How to Prepare for the Network Test

Prepare Switch 2, NSO, and your schedule for The Duskbloods CNT Aug 21–23 2026—hardware, preload, and five-session planning.

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Network Test

Preload and Redeem Your CNT Code

Preload The Duskbloods CNT from August 18: redeem your download code on Switch 2 eShop, verify storage, and install before sessions.

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Gameplay

Victory Points Explained

How Victory Points decide Duskbloods matches—opportunistic play, PvE routes, LMS, and boss alternatives before the 2026 CNT.

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Gameplay

Firearms and Ranged Combat

Every Bloodsworn carries ranged tools in The Duskbloods—firearms, PvPvE spacing, and FromSoft's pivot beyond pure melee before 2026.

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Guides

How to Preload the CNT

Preload The Duskbloods CNT on Switch 2 after selection—August 18 eShop timing, storage, NSO checks, and troubleshooting tips.

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Guides

How to Redeem Your CNT Code

Redeem The Duskbloods Network Test code on Switch 2 eShop—spam folders, region match, one code per account, and preload next steps.

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Guides

How to Check CNT Selection

Check Duskbloods CNT selection Aug 7 via Nintendo Account notices and email—codes, silence, and next steps before preload opens.

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Quick start

Five steps to understand The Duskbloods before you enter a Dusk Battle.

  1. 1

    Learn the Network Test timeline

    Check August 7 selection results, then plan August 18 preload and the five August session windows.

  2. 2

    Understand Bloodsworn and roles

    Study how Destined Rivals and Destined Companion reshape objectives inside every Dusk Battle.

  3. 3

    Study PvPvE victory conditions

    Learn Victory Points, First Blood pressure, and dynamic events so matches make sense on day one.

  4. 4

    Plan an early build approach

    Use hub customisation ideas to prepare without inventing unconfirmed numeric balance claims.

  5. 5

    Bookmark tools and guides

    Convert session times, run the CNT checklist, then dive into the deepest How-to guides.

FAQ

Wiki FAQ

Quick answers drawn from official Network Test and Creator’s Voice details.

What is The Duskbloods?

The Duskbloods is a FromSoftware multiplayer action game for Nintendo Switch 2. Up to eight Bloodsworn compete in PvPvE matches for First Blood during the Twilight of Humanity. Full release is planned for 2026.

Is this wiki official?

No. This is an unofficial fan resource. Confirm Network Test codes, downloads, and policy details through Nintendo and FromSoftware channels.

Which languages are supported?

This wiki supports: English, Français, Deutsch, Español. Configure locales in site.meta.json and run npm run generate:i18n.

When is the Closed Network Test?

The Closed Network Test runs across five four-hour sessions from August 21 to August 23, 2026. Check the Network Test schedule and requirements pages for timezone tables and Switch Online rules.

Do I need Nintendo Switch Online?

Yes. Online Network Test play and the broader online feature set require an active Nintendo Switch Online membership plus a Nintendo Account linked to your Switch 2.