FromSoftware has announced the dates for the closed network test of The Duskbloods.

The test will allow registered players to try out a pre-release version of the game to test performance ahead of the game’s launch. Registrations will open from July 22nd 2026 via this website, with the dates being as follows:

• August 21, 2026
  • 3:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. PDT
  • 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. PDT
• August 22, 2026
  • 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. PDT
• August 23, 2026
  • 3:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. PDT
  • 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. PDT

More details can be found below:

About

A network test involves using a pre-release version of the game to test performance prior to the commencement of service. We plan to conduct large-scale network load tests to check different technical aspects of the game’s online systems. We look forward to you taking part and helping us make The Duskbloods as good as it can be!

Overview

The primary goals of the network test for The Duskbloods are as follows:

• Game Server Load Test – We will connect large numbers of players simultaneously to verify gameplay while putting a load on the game server.
• Multiplayer Test – We will test for various problems that may occur when multiple people play together in different network environments, and various phenomena that may occur by having many users participate.
• Game Balance Test – When real players test the game together, the developers can gather data about how well the game is balanced.

Gameplay

The network test for The Duskbloods allows for up to eight players to participate together in each of the multiplayer matches while the game is still in development. We ask for your understanding that bugs may occur during gameplay.

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