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The Duskbloods gameplay leaks ahead of tomorrow's closed beta, showing tense PvP battles with guns, wolves, and velociraptors

Gameplay of The Duskbloods has leaked online just one day before the game's scheduled closed beta begins.

By · Published August 20, 2026 at 13:27 UTC · Updated August 20, 2026 at 15:24 UTC

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Source diversity sample: Nintendo Everything · Game Informer · Inven Global · The Verge · The Guardian · Siliconera · Wccftech · Eurogamer.

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What is the source of the leak?

The leak originated after 4Gamers accidentally published a hands-on preview of The Duskbloods ahead of the scheduled release.

What elements are present in the leaked gameplay?

The footage features player-versus-player battles utilizing firearms, alongside the presence of wolves and velociraptors.

When does the closed beta start?

The closed beta is scheduled to begin tomorrow, August 21, 2026.

Where it stands

Gameplay footage of The Duskbloods has surfaced online following an accidental publication of a hands-on preview by the Taiwanese outlet 4Gamers. The leaked content showcases player-versus-player combat featuring firearms, wolves, and velociraptors.

This incident occurred immediately as FromSoftware began distributing network test codes and enabling downloads for the upcoming closed beta. Siliconera, Nintendo Everything, Wccftech, and Eurogamer confirm that access for the official closed beta is set for tomorrow.

While download access for test participants has already commenced, official documentation regarding the full scope of the available game modes remains limited to the details captured in the prematurely published material.

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