FromSoftware Enigma: Bloodborne Remake Whispers Intensify

Following PlayStation's 30th-anniversary video, speculation surrounding a Bloodborne remake or sequel has surged. Let's delve into the latest news and the recent PS5 update.

PlayStation's 30th Anniversary Celebration: A Bloodborne Finale

Bloodborne's Appearance in the Anniversary Trailer

Set to a unique rendition of The Cranberries' "Dreams," the trailer highlighted iconic titles including Ghost of Tsushima, God of War, and Helldivers 2. Each game featured a thematic caption (e.g., Final Fantasy 7: "It's about fantasy"). However, Bloodborne's closing appearance and its caption fueled considerable excitement among fans.

Despite the lack of concrete information, fans continue to speculate about a Bloodborne 2 or a 60fps remaster with enhanced visuals. This isn't the first instance of such speculation; a previous Instagram post by PlayStation Italia featuring iconic Bloodborne locations similarly sparked excitement.

While Bloodborne's inclusion in the trailer could simply acknowledge the game's notorious difficulty, requiring player persistence, the possibility of future updates remains a topic of much discussion.

PS5 Update: UI Customization

Sony released a PS5 update to commemorate its 30th anniversary, including a limited-time PS1 boot sequence and customizable themes inspired by past PlayStation consoles. These themes span from PS1 to PS4, offering a nostalgic trip through PlayStation history.

This update allows users to personalize their PS5 home screen's design and sound effects, mirroring previous consoles. Accessing this feature requires navigating to PS5 Settings, selecting "PlayStation 30th Anniversary," and then "Appearance and Sound."

The update's popularity, particularly the return of the PS4 UI, is undeniable. However, its limited-time availability has disappointed some, with speculation that this could be a test for future, more comprehensive UI customization options on PS5.

Sony's Handheld Console in Development

Speculation extends beyond the PS5 update. Digital Foundry, in a recent YouTube video, corroborated Bloomberg's report of Sony's development of a handheld console for PS5 games. While still in its early stages, Sony aims to enter the portable gaming market currently dominated by Nintendo Switch.

Digital Foundry's John Linneman stated that they had heard about the handheld months prior. The panel discussed the strategic move by both Microsoft and Sony to enter the portable market, given the prevalence of smartphone gaming. This suggests their handhelds could complement mobile devices.

While Microsoft has been more open about its handheld plans, Sony remains tight-lipped. Despite the corroboration, the release of both Sony and Microsoft's handhelds may be years away, requiring the development of affordable yet graphically superior devices to compete with Nintendo. Meanwhile, Nintendo, having announced further details on the Switch's successor within the current fiscal year, appears to be leading the portable gaming race.