Network tests are technical verification tests that occur during the game development process. Testers are asked to play the game in advance and participate in various forms of testing. We ask for your cooperation in reporting any bugs or errors discovered during gameplay, with the goal of improving the game.

The network test is not a demo version of the game. It uses game data that is currently under development to identify bugs and errors. It is expected that bugs will occur during test play, and you may not enjoy the game to its full potential.

The content you can play in the network test is limited to only part of the full game. Some game specifications may also differ from the release version.

Participation requires a Nintendo Switch 2 system, Nintendo Switch Online membership, and persistent internet.

Please check the network test website (this site), in-game message notifications, or FromSoftware's official X account:

Posting or streaming videos or screenshots of this in-development title is not allowed. Please note that the Nintendo Switch 2 Capture Button will be disabled. Thank you.

To check and remove linked services, please refer to the URL below.

Please note, however, that if you unlink during the application or testing period, your application or eligibility to play may be revoked.

Contact Information for Network Test Inquiries:

The Duskbloods Network Test Operations Bureau

http://support.nintendo.com

Please visit either Nintendo Store on a PC or smart device, or Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch 2. Please visit your account page on this website for more detailed instructions.

The download code entered has already been redeemed. It's possible that the download is underway. Please go to your Nintendo Switch 2 HOME Menu and see whether there is a software icon for The Duskbloods Network Test Ver.

If you do not see the software icon on the HOME Menu, it is possible that the download has not yet started for some reason. On the HOME Menu, select Virtual Game Cards and the user who redeemed the software to check. If it is there, select the icon for The Duskbloods Network Test Ver. and proceed with the download.

It is not possible to invite friends to play together in multiplayer in The Duskbloods Network Test Ver. The retail version of The Duskbloods is planned to include this functionality.

No. Save data from The Duskbloods Network Test Ver. will NOT carry over to the retail version.

If you are unable to log in to the game server during the network test, it may be caused by one of the following.

• You are trying to play outside of the network test period

  Refer to the following page for the schedule:

  The Duskbloods Network Test Schedule

• There is a game server issue

  For information about game server issues, please check the network test website (this site), in-game message notifications, or FromSoftware's official X account:

  The Duskbloods Network Test Website

  The Duskbloods Official X Account
  (@TheDuskbloods)
  (Note: English Only)

• Your network is unstable

  If the network is unstable, even if you can browse the internet normally or watch videos online,
  be aware that you may lose connection with the server.

  • Note: If you are using a router, check to see whether it is working normally.

If the issue is not resolved after checking these, then we would appreciate if you could report the issue through the bug reporting form on your account page.

• Note: Network tests are technical verification tests that occur during the game development process. Please be aware that it is expected that bugs will occur during test-play, and you may not enjoy the game to its full potential.

If you are having trouble getting into matches during the network test, it may be caused by one of the following.

• There is a game server issue

  For information about game server issues, please check the network test website (this site), in-game message notifications, or FromSoftware's official X account:

  The Duskbloods Network Test Website

  The Duskbloods Official X Account
  (@TheDuskbloods)
  (Note: English Only)

• Your network is unstable

  If the network is unstable, even if you can browse the internet normally or watch videos online,
  be aware that you may lose connection with the server.

  • Note: If you are using a router, check to see whether it is working normally.

• You are not on NAT type A or B

  See the following page for information on how to check your NAT type:

  If you are not using NAT type A or B, your environment is not optimal for competitive or cooperative online gameplay, and you may have trouble getting into matches.

If the issue is not resolved after checking these, then we would appreciate if you could report the issue through the bug reporting form on your account page.

• Note: Network tests are technical verification tests that occur during the game development process. Please be aware that it is expected that bugs will occur during test play, and you may not enjoy the game to its full potential.