Stop the Bloodborne hunt, Miyazaki says The Duskbloods is totally unrelated: "I almost regret putting the word 'Blood' in the title"

The gaming community has been abuzz with excitement over the upcoming release of The Duskbloods, a new PvPvE action game from FromSoftware. However, some fans have been eagerly waiting for any hint that this game might be connected to their beloved 2015 action RPG, Bloodborne.

According to Hidetaka Miyazaki, the director of The Duskbloods, there is no direct connection between the two games. In a recent interview with Inven Global, Miyazaki stated, 'I expected this question, but it is a game with no connection whatsoever to Bloodborne.'

Gameplay and Features

The Duskbloods promises to be a vastly different experience from Bloodborne. The game will feature online matches with varying victory conditions, allowing groups of up to eight players to participate. Miyazaki also mentioned that the game includes 'things that seemed like great ideas, but didn't really fit in the context of a single-player game or within the context of those games, specifically.'

Gameplay footage has already been leaked ahead of the network test, showcasing slick aerial combat and smooth movement options. However, it's worth noting that much of the world lore will be revealed at launch, so fans may not get a full understanding of the game's themes until then.

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Release Date and Future Outlook

The Duskbloods is currently slated for release in 2026. A possible leak suggests a September release date, but no official confirmation has been made

In terms of future outlook, Miyazaki expressed his excitement for the game's potential to prove itself as a unique experience from Bloodborne. 'In this network test, not much of the world's lore is revealed, so it might be difficult to feel the differences,' he stated. 'However, in the commercial release (the official launch version), much more of the world lore will be uncovered, and I think

Conclusion

In conclusion, while The Duskbloods may not be directly connected to Bloodborne, it promises to offer a fresh and exciting experience for fans of FromSoftware's games. With its unique gameplay mechanics and vast world to explore, we can't wait to see what the future holds for this highly anticipated game.