FromSoftware finally confirmed the active dates for The Duskbloods’ closed network test. It’s currently scheduled to run between August 21, 2026, and August 24, 2026.
Duskbloods is an action game designed with grotesque, unique visuals and environments reminiscent of Bloodborne. It will allow up to eight players to battle in a PvPvE gameplay format, making the competitors challenge each other and threatening CPU targets. Players will be able to test the online Dusk Battles within the following sessions.
| Closed Beta date | Time session (EST) |
| August 21, 2026 | 6:00 am – 9:59 am 10:00 pm – 1:59 am |
| August 22, 2026 | 2:00 pm – 5:59 pm |
| August 23, 2026 | 6:00 am – 9:59 am 10:00 pm – 1:59 am |
| August 24, 2026 | 2:00 pm – 5:59 pm |
Anyone can apply for the beta test on the official website starting July 23, 2026. FromSoftware will provide more updates for those chosen for the closed network test near the active beta dates.