Duskbloods Combat System Explained

FromSoftware's latest title, Duskbloods, brings a completely different combat experience compared to Bloodborne and Elden Ring. This article details the core "Blood Mechanics" and the unique aspects of the multiplayer PvPvE combat system.

Blood Collection and Utilization

In Duskbloods, blood is not just a central element of the story but also the foundation of the game mechanics. As a Bloodsworn, players must collect blood from enemies, which comes in different types and qualities:

• Dark Blood: Obtained from common enemies, used for basic ability enhancements and weapon reinforcement
• Pure Blood: Obtained from elite enemies, used to unlock special skills and weapon transformations
• First Blood: The most precious resource in the game, only obtainable from other players or ultimate bosses, key to advancing levels and unlocking ultimate abilities

The blood collection system not only brings diversified game strategies but also provides players with multiple gameplay style choices. Players can choose to become "Harvesters" focusing on hunting enemies for Dark Blood, or "Hunters" lurking and attacking other players for First Blood.

Weapon Transformation System

Duskbloods continues FromSoftware's iconic weapon design but adds a new "Blood Infusion" system. Each weapon has three forms:

1. Base Form: The standard form of the weapon, with balanced attack power and speed
2. Dark Blood Form: Activated using Dark Blood, increases weapon speed and combo ability, but reduces single hit damage
3. Pure Blood Form: Activated using Pure Blood, significantly increases attack power and range, but reduces attack speed and increases stamina consumption

Players need to flexibly switch weapon forms according to different combat scenarios and enemy types. This not only adds depth to combat but also brings more strategy to PvP duels.

Unique Multiplayer Mode

Duskbloods' multiplayer system is the most innovative part of the game. Unlike traditional FromSoftware games, this title will support up to 8 players simultaneously in a PvPvE mixed combat area:

• Cooperative Hunting: Players can team up (up to 4 players) to fight powerful bosses together
• Blood Hunt Mode: Players can invade other players' game worlds to hunt them for First Blood
• Blood Moon Ritual: Special event where all players in the same area are forced to participate in PvP combat, with the last survivor gaining a large amount of First Blood

This multi-layered multiplayer system not only greatly enhances the game's replayability but also creates a tense and exciting gaming experience where players must always be alert to potential enemies while also seeking possible allies.

Conclusion

Duskbloods' combat system inherits FromSoftware's consistent refinement and depth while bringing a completely new gaming experience through blood mechanics and innovative multiplayer systems. The game will be exclusively available on the Nintendo Switch 2 platform in 2026, and we look forward to sharing more information about the game world and story in the future.