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"Switch 2 Exclusive: Duskbloods' Hub Keeper - A Cute Change Due to Nintendo Partnership"

Author : Ellie Update:May 04,2025

FromSoftware has recently unveiled more details about its upcoming Switch 2 exclusive, The Duskbloods. This collaboration with Nintendo has not only influenced the game's style but also the character design of the hub area's keeper, introducing a unique and charming element to the game.

During the Switch 2 Direct, the trailer concluded with a captivating image of a winged rat adorned with glowing glyphs, directly engaging the audience by looking into the camera. This character, as it turns out, serves as the hub companion in The Duskbloods.

Director Hidetaka Miyazaki, in an interview with Nintendo, described the character's role, stating, "That character shares a similar role with the fire keepers from the Dark Souls series. They remain in the hub area, providing the player with advice and guidance." He further elaborated on the design choice, saying, "I suppose you could say we tried doing something a little Nintendo-esque in the spirit of the partnership. We tried something cute for a change. Although I will say this character is actually an elderly gentleman (laughter)."

FromSoftware's tradition of featuring central characters in their games, such as Melina, the Maiden in Black, and the Doll, continues with this new addition. These characters are pivotal, often returning to provide players with the power needed to progress. In The Duskbloods, a PvPvE game, the winged rat's specific guidance and advice are yet to be fully revealed. Miyazaki hinted at the game's innovative approach, stating that FromSoft has introduced "a lot of new and interesting ideas," promising a fresh experience when The Duskbloods launches on the Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026.

For more insights into The Duskbloods, including reactions from Bloodborne fans and Miyazaki's thoughts on the future of single-player games, stay tuned. Additionally, for the latest on the Switch 2, don't miss our hands-on experience with the console, details on its launch title Mario Kart World, and the upcoming Donkey Kong Bananza.

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