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Despite being almost a decade old now, FromSoftware’sBloodborneremains one of the most popular games. This is due to its lasting impression on fans, thanks to Hidetaka Miyazaki and his team creating one of the most memorable and immersive settings in video game history.
Many gamers feelBloodborne‘s stunningly dark, Lovecraftian setting of Yharnam is in desperate need of a facelift by way of a remake. It’s bound to happen someday, as even Miyazaki knows about the power of new-generation hardware, which can help pushBloodborne‘s success among a new generation of gamers to the next level.
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While we’ve seen games like Elden Ring elevating the Soulsborne genere to a new pedestal, one can’t deny the success ofBloodborne‘s narrative, infused with Lovecraftian’s horror themes. Ever since the launch of PlayStation 5 (PS5), fans have been hoping they would get a remake of the same, if not a sequel. Seeing the game in a new light with up-to date hardware that is more powerful than ever could really give the game a great opportunity to shine with it’s visuals.
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New hardware can even help game developers develop their games in a better manner than originally planned.In an interview with Gamers Radar, Miyazaki acknowledged the strength of modern consoles and talked about how PS4’s extra power helped FromSoftware add more features toBloodborne.
Being a director, Ive had the privilege of heading a PS3 launch title. Looking back, I think the PS4 has made the development cycle much easier. Any dev from the early days would agree with me on this one
Massive projects such asBloodborneneed up-to-date hardware to perform at their peak and bring genre-defining features. One of the major reasons behindBloodborne‘s success was the game’s launch on the most powerful consoles of the time, which made the development much easier.
In regards to new accomplishments due to the new PS4 architecture, well, there are a lot indeed. The incredibly detailed gothic/Victorian cityscapes which seamlessly interlink, and the shape-shifting ‘trick weapons’ configured with tons of animations each – just to name a few.
FromSoftware has always been known for its world-building and aesthetics, andBloodbornebecame one of the studios’ most beautiful works due to PS4’s raw power. It’s clear that if the developers decide to port the game to PS5, it will allow them to reach new heights of success and expand upon the game’s environment and art style in a way that we’ve never seen before.
Despite the community’s request for aBloodborneremaster, it’s still unknown whether FromSoftware has any plans to return to the franchise. Miyazaki has stated that he’s aware of the fans desperate for some kind of improvedBloodbornebut states that the development team can’t do anything about the project.
Sony Might SaveBloodborneRemake For PlayStation 6
It’s a known fact thatBloodbornewas a system seller for Sony’s PS4. Bluepoint’s Demon’s Souls also received rave reviews, giving early ay adopters of PS5 the chance to revisit a classic that they might have missed two generations prior.With FromSoftware planning to move into new directions, fans might be craving classic Soulsborne gameplay with the launch of PS6, and aBloodborneremake could be exactly the way to fill that gap.
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With recent rumors of PS6 aiming for a 2029 release date and theBloodbornegame reaching its 15th anniversary in early 2030, the next Sony console seems like the perfect platform to refresh the game and present it to a new generation of gamers.
While the merits of remaking versus rereleasing a game are a hot topic, it’s undeniable that a properly crafted remake is a great way to honor a classic title. With recent remakes ofResident Evil 4andFinal Fantasy 7proving to be a critical and commercial success, only time will tell ifBloodbornewill get a similar treatment or not.
Dhruv Bhatnagar
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With over 4 years of experience in content writing and more than 1,000 articles published for FandomWire, Dhruv is a seasoned writer when it comes to the gaming space. He’s deeply passionate about titles such as GTA Online, Forza Horizon, and Pokémon Go, committed to bringing readers deep dives and latest updates.
