In thrilling news for the Souls community, Dark Souls 2 is set to receive a seamless co-op mod from Yui, a well-known modder celebrated for their earlier work on Dark Souls Remastered. After 11 years, FromSoftware’s 2014 classic continues to attract a loyal player base — and this latest project might be the most exciting update since the game’s original release.
A Community That Never Left
Despite being over a decade old, Dark Souls 2 maintains a vibrant and passionate community. Over the years, players have returned to its treacherous lands again and again, while dedicated modders have tirelessly enhanced the experience with creative modifications.
However, one major feature missing from the game has always been persistent multiplayer. While players could summon friends into their world, the sessions were temporary and heavily restricted. In its current form, a co-op session can only last around 100 minutes — and only after meeting a list of complex requirements.
The upcoming seamless co-op mod seeks to change that permanently.
Yui Steps In to Reinvent Dark Souls 2 Co-op
According to a recent announcement on Yui’s Patreon page, the modder has already developed a working prototype for Dark Souls 2: Scholar of the First Sin, the enhanced edition released in 2015.
This mod will:
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Allow players to stay connected without time limits.
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Enable seamless progression through the entire game world, including boss fights and teleportation.
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Synchronize player progression, so both players advance together, even through deaths.
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Eliminate the need for constant resummoning.
In short, this mod will finally let players experience Dark Souls 2 fully side-by-side — from the opening cutscene to the final boss battle.
A New Era for Dark Souls 2 Multiplayer
The arrival of a seamless co-op mod could usher in a second golden age for Dark Souls 2. Thousands of players who drifted away due to frustrating multiplayer limitations may now find a reason to return. New players, too, will get the chance to enjoy the game with friends without the barriers that have plagued the experience for years. While there’s no confirmed release date yet, Yui’s track record and the rapid progress of the prototype suggest that fans won’t have to wait too long.
Prepare your Estus Flasks — Dark Souls 2 seamless co-op is on the horizon, and it’s going to change everything.