Kadokawa confirmed The Duskbloods remains on track for 2026 Switch 2 release, according to its latest quarterly earnings report published February 12. The FromSoftware-developed action RPG will launch exclusively on Nintendo's upcoming console this year alongside Elden Ring Tarnished Edition.
The announcement comes after The Duskbloods was conspicuously absent from Nintendo's recent Direct Partner Showcase, raising concerns about the project's status.
FromSoftware revealed The Duskbloods during Nintendo's first Switch 2 Direct in April 2025, marking the developer's first Nintendo exclusive since Lost Kingdoms 2 in 2003. The multiplayer-focused title takes inspiration from Bloodborne's gothic aesthetic while establishing a new vampiric IP.
Kadokawa stated The Duskbloods will be sold "on a joint basis with Nintendo Co., Ltd., with sales responsibilities divided by region." The company declined to provide specific release dates or sales projections for either Switch 2 title during its investor Q&A session.
Elden Ring Tarnished Edition was originally scheduled for 2025 Switch 2 release but was delayed last October for performance adjustments. The expanded edition includes the base game, Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, and new weapons, armor, and mount customization options.
Kadokawa owns 70% of FromSoftware, with Tencent holding 16% and Sony controlling 14% of the developer. Sony became Kadokawa's largest shareholder in December 2024 through a $318 million investment that gave the PlayStation maker a 10% stake in the parent company.
The Duskbloods represents a significant departure for FromSoftware, which has primarily developed multiplatform titles since its last Nintendo exclusive two decades ago. The game's continued absence from recent Nintendo presentations has fueled speculation about its development progress despite the 2026 target.
Kadokawa's gaming segment reported an 11.6% decline in revenue to ¥23.381 billion, with operating profit decreasing by 7.0% to ¥8.050 billion for the nine-month period ending December 2025 compared to the previous year. The company maintains a stable operating margin while anticipating revenue from its 2026 Switch 2 releases.
