FromSoftware has revealed new details about its Switch 2 exclusive, The Duskbloods. The collaboration with Nintendo has influenced not only the game’s style but also transformed the design of the hub area’s keeper into something unexpectedly charming.
The Switch 2 Direct trailer concluded with a glimpse of a winged rat adorned with glowing glyphs, staring directly at the camera. Fans may have been intrigued by this creature’s role. As it happens, this rat serves as the game’s hub companion.
“This character fulfills a role akin to the fire keepers in the Dark Souls series, staying in the hub to offer players advice and support,” director Hidetaka Miyazaki shared in a Nintendo interview.
“We aimed to infuse a touch of Nintendo’s charm in line with our partnership,” he added.
When pressed on what he meant, Miyazaki elaborated: “We opted for something endearing this time. Though, I should note, this character is actually an elderly figure (laughs).”
FromSoftware’s hub keepers have always been pivotal, guiding players through their intricate worlds. Figures like Melina, the Maiden in Black, and the Doll are constants players return to, often granting strength to progress.
In a PvPvE title like The Duskbloods, the winged rat’s guidance remains a mystery. Miyazaki hinted that FromSoftware has experimented with “fresh and intriguing concepts,” so players should brace for surprises when the game launches on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026.
More details on The Duskbloods are available, including Bloodborne fans’ reactions and Miyazaki’s thoughts on FromSoftware’s single-player future.
For additional Switch 2 updates, explore our hands-on with Nintendo’s latest console, its flagship title Mario Kart World, and the upcoming Donkey Kong Bonanza.
