Rumor: FromSoftware Could Be Making a Pirate Game

A bold new leak is claiming that the next FromSoftware game could be something completely unexpected, potentially giving pirates the spotlight before The Duskbloods even comes out. FromSoftware has made a name for itself as a developer that is well-versed in bringing dark fantasy worlds to life, and it would be fascinating to see what the studio would do with a pirate story.

Over the years, FromSoftware has become known for games like Elden Ring, Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, Bloodborne, and the Dark Souls series. As the pioneer of the soulslike genre, FromSoftware projects are known for boasting uniquely dark and beautiful worlds that feature deeply punishing combat. The next game that FromSoftware has on the way is the Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive The Duskbloods. This vampire-inspired game with both PvP and PvE combat is expected to come out later this year, but new rumors suggest that FromSoftware also has a secret pirate game in the pipeline.

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Leaks Claim That FromSoftware’s Rumored Pirate Adventure Could Release as Early as This Year

First and foremost, it’s important to note that this leak originally came from 4chan. Granted, there have been some leaks shared on 4chan that have turned out to be true, but claims as bold as these should be taken with a massive grain of salt. The leak in question, which was shared on Reddit by users BlueAladdin and Cursed_69420, suggests that FromSoftware’s next game is titled “Cerulean Onslaught” and is a dark action RPG that could release before The Duskbloods‘ release date.

Who’s That Character?

Identify the silhouettes before time runs out.

Who’s That Character?

Identify the silhouettes before time runs out.

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When it comes to gameplay, all the leak says is that the main objective involves players sailing the ocean and exploring islands. A player’s ship will also allegedly serve as a central hub. One of the most interesting aspects of this massive rumor is that it claims this FromSoftware game could be announced as soon as next month. According to the leaker, the developer is intending to make an announcement at this year’s Summer Game Fest. A few Summer Game Fest rumors have been popping up recently, like the claims that a new Resident Evil remake announcement will happen at the event.

The leaker’s bold predictions don’t stop there, though. FromSoftware’s pirate adventure will supposedly come out in August, which would be before The Duskbloods is expected to launch. Such a reveal would be a huge twist from the developer. So far, there aren’t any details saying whether the game will be multiplayer or solo. The Duskbloods and Elden Ring Nightreign‘s multiplayer have been a big departure from FromSoftware’s usual formula, so if a pirate game does become reality, it will be interesting to see if it continues this multiplayer trend or goes back to a single-player focus.

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If this leak is actually true, it means that FromSoftware would be releasing a pirate game at a fascinating time. Now that the Assassin’s Creed Black Flag remake is official, 2026 could prove to be the year that two major pirate games go head-to-head. That would be a pretty epic surprise showdown. Of course, only time will really tell. A pirate game by FromSoftware sounds like a dream, but all leaks and rumors should be viewed with a healthy amount of skepticism.