A Studio in Motion
FromSoftware, the revered developer behind Elden Ring, Dark Souls, and Armored Core 6, has shown no signs of slowing down. According to a July 17 report by MP1st, the studio is working on a new unannounced game that will be playable “no later than next year.” While official details remain scarce, speculation is already running wild. With Elden Ring: Nightreign, The Duskbloods for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, and a possible Dark Souls 3 remaster, fans are both excited and cautious.
For a studio that released multiple major titles in just a few years, the possibility of a new game in 2026 isn’t entirely surprising. Yet the big question is: will FromSoftware finally return to its single-player Soulslike legacy, or are multiplayer-first experiments the new norm?
The Multiplayer Shift: A Divisive Turn
Recent titles like Elden Ring: Nightreign and the upcoming Duskbloods suggest a clear shift toward multiplayer gameplay. While FromSoftware has always included co-op and PvP elements in its games, its most beloved titles have thrived on strong single-player narratives and atmospheric exploration.
Nightreign, which is directed by Junya Ishizaki rather than Hidetaka Miyazaki, is a bold new direction—emphasizing multiplayer systems and live-service-like features. Likewise, The Duskbloods, once rumored to be a spiritual successor to Bloodborne, has been confirmed as another multiplayer-centric experience. For fans who treasure the solitary struggle and intricate level design of FromSoft’s earlier games, this shift is bittersweet.
While expanding creative leadership and exploring new genres is a positive development for the studio, not every fan is on board. The beauty of FromSoftware’s best work lies in its ability to offer players a rich, immersive experience that feels deeply personal. Optional multiplayer? Great. Mandatory? Less so.
A Glimmer of Hope: Dark Souls 3 Remaster or Something More?
The MP1st report also hints at the possibility of a Dark Souls 3 remaster as the rumored 2026 project. For many fans, this was their first introduction to the Soulslike genre and holds a special place in their hearts. However, for those already familiar with the game, a remaster—even one with enhanced visuals or quality-of-life improvements—might not be enough to satisfy the itch for a new single-player journey.
Nostalgia is powerful, but players like the author of the report want something fresh. A new world. A new story. A new descent into madness with crumbling castles, terrifying bosses, and cryptic NPCs. If Dark Souls 3 is coming back, it may bring joy to newcomers or collectors, but longtime fans still yearn for a wholly original title—one that leans into FromSoftware’s unmatched level design and signature sense of mystery.
Could FromSoftware have a third project brewing? It’s not out of the question. The studio has grown significantly in the last decade, and with new directors and internal teams taking charge of various games, it’s plausible another Soulslike is quietly in development. A true return to single-player form would send waves of excitement through the community.
Why Single-Player Still Matters
No one does world-building quite like FromSoftware. Their single-player titles offer haunting, sprawling, and interconnected spaces that are as much a puzzle as they are a playground. While recent Soulslikes like Lies of P or Wuchang: Fallen Feathers have come close, none have truly replicated the intricacy of FromSoft’s level design.
The best FromSoft experiences allow players to move at their own pace—pausing to take in the architecture, uncovering lore through item descriptions, and choosing when (or whether) to engage in multiplayer. It’s this balance that has helped define the studio’s legacy.
The recent turn toward multiplayer-focused games may bring new fans into the fold, but for veterans who still speak in hushed tones about Bloodborne, Sekiro, and Dark Souls, the hope remains: that the next great FromSoftware title will once again be a single-player odyssey through a world unlike any other.
Conclusion
With at least one unannounced game slated to arrive before the end of 2026, the future of FromSoftware is wide open. Will it lean further into experimental multiplayer projects, or will it rekindle the flame of its iconic single-player past? Only time will tell—but one thing’s for certain: the Soulslike genre is still FromSoftware’s kingdom, and fans are eagerly awaiting their next masterpiece.
