Overview
- The first scheduled closed network test session was closed Friday after players worldwide could not get past the title screen and saw repeated “Failed to log in to The Duskbloods game server” errors.
- FromSoftware posted that it is investigating the login problems, asked testers to try local fixes like moving closer to routers or using wired connections, and said it will improve servers before announcing revised test schedules.
- The studio originally planned multiple four‑hour test windows through August 24 but the early cancellation left the timing and status of the remaining sessions unclear.
- Player reports and outlet coverage described the servers as likely overwhelmed by traffic, which fits the purpose of a stress test to reveal capacity and connection weaknesses before launch.
- The closed test is limited to Nintendo Switch 2 owners with Nintendo Switch Online access and is part of prelaunch work for a Switch 2 exclusive that FromSoftware and Nintendo expect to release before the end of 2026, though that date remains unconfirmed.