While I may not be the most dedicated player of FromSoftware’s challenging Souls games, I have explored titles like Dark Souls, Demon’s Souls, and Elden Ring. However, none of these games hold as much significance to me as the PS4-exclusive Bloodborne.
From the haunting streets of Yharnam to the mysterious Nightmare Frontier, Bloodborne captures the essence of cosmic horror like no other game. The intricate world design and deep lore draw me in, reminiscent of an H.P. Lovecraft tale.
This article is part of Nintendo Switch 2, a collection of all things related to Nintendo’s next-gen game console.
When The Duskbloods was revealed in the Switch 2 Nintendo Direct, I was initially hopeful for a Bloodborne sequel. However, as more details emerged, it became clear that this was a different project with a steampunk aesthetic.
While I appreciate the appeal of The Duskbloods, I am hesitant about its focus on player-vs-player combat, a departure from the traditional Soulsborne experience I enjoy.
A shift towards multiplayer raises concerns
Unlike the challenging single-player campaigns of Soulsborne games, The Duskbloods offers an eight-player PvPvE experience. This change in gameplay style feels alienating to fans like me who prefer solo quests into the unknown.
While there are exciting features in The Duskbloods, such as cooperative play and unique roles for players, the emphasis on PvP combat is a major drawback for me. The forced PvP element detracts from the immersive solo experience I value in FromSoftware games.
Questioning the partnership with Nintendo
The decision to make The Duskbloods a Switch 2 exclusive has sparked mixed reactions among FromSoftware fans. While some are disappointed, I see the potential in partnering with Nintendo for a more powerful platform.
Although I appreciate the technical capabilities of the Switch 2, I am hesitant about the focus on multiplayer-only gameplay in The Duskbloods. As a fan of FromSoft’s solo experiences, I question the choice to develop a multiplayer-centric game for this exclusive partnership with Nintendo.
Lihat, Switch Online lebih baik dari percobaan Nintendo lain untuk memfasilitasi pengalaman multipemain online, tetapi masih menjadi salah satu titik sakit terbesar di konsol.
Frustasi, banyak game Switch masih menggunakan koneksi peer-to-peer daripada server khusus – dan FromSoft secara historis juga melakukan hal yang sama, jadi meskipun kita belum memiliki semua detail tentang The Duskbloods, saya tidak mengharapkan perubahan dari tradisi dengan game ini.
Saya melihat potensi jaringan peer-to-peer, netcode buggy, dan eksklusivitas pada perangkat keras Switch 2 dan itu membuat beberapa bendera merah bagi saya.
Apakah game ini benar-benar mampu secara konsisten menangani penempatan delapan orang dalam satu lobi dan memastikan bahwa semua dari mereka dapat bermain dengan tingkat kelancaran yang sama? Saya tidak tahu apakah saya percaya itu.
Diserang oleh seseorang yang sebenarnya tidak bisa Anda pukul tidak pernah terasa baik: Konsep utama dari The Duskbloods adalah Anda terus-menerus berisiko diserang oleh pemain lain. Itu bukan ide saya tentang waktu yang menyenangkan.
Mungkin Nintendo dan FromSoft akan mampu menyelesaikan ini dan The Duskbloods akan menjadi salah satu game paling dihargai mereka. Tapi saya pikir saya akan tetap pada petualangan co-op saya di Yharnam dan Tanah-tanah Antara.
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