Bloodborne Remake Rumors Resurface Following PlayStation Anniversary Teaser

Following PlayStation's 30th-anniversary video, speculation surrounding a potential Bloodborne remake or sequel has resurfaced. This article explores the latest news and fan theories, alongside other recent PlayStation announcements.

PlayStation's 30th Anniversary Celebration

Bloodborne's Anniversary Appearance Fuels Speculation

The trailer, set to a unique arrangement of The Cranberries' "Dreams," showcased iconic PlayStation games, including Ghost of Tsushima, God of War, and Helldivers 2. Each game featured a thematic caption (e.g., "It's about fantasy" for Final Fantasy 7). Bloodborne's closing appearance and its caption ignited fervent speculation.

Despite the lack of concrete evidence, fans remain convinced a Bloodborne 2 or a 60fps remaster with graphical enhancements is imminent. This isn't the first instance of such speculation; a previous Instagram post by PlayStation Italia featuring in-game locations similarly fueled anticipation.

However, the trailer's inclusion of Bloodborne could simply acknowledge its notoriously high difficulty, emphasizing the player's need for perseverance.

PS5 Update Introduces Customizable UI

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

This update allows PS5 users to personalize their home screen's design and sound effects based on their favorite older consoles. After installing the update, navigate to "Settings," then "PlayStation 30th Anniversary," and finally "Appearance and Sound" to customize the home screen.

The update's popularity, particularly the return of the PS4 UI, is undeniable. However, its limited-time availability has disappointed some, leading to speculation that it might be a test for future, more comprehensive UI customization options.

Sony's Potential Handheld Console

Speculation extends beyond the PS5 update. Digital Foundry recently corroborated Bloomberg's report about Sony's development of a handheld console for PS5 games. While still in its early stages, this suggests Sony's intention to compete in the portable gaming market currently dominated by Nintendo Switch.

John Linneman of Digital Foundry confirmed prior knowledge of the project, indicating the rumor's validity. The panel discussed the logical move for both Microsoft and Sony to enter the handheld market, given the current popularity of mobile gaming.

While Microsoft has been more open about its handheld ambitions, Sony remains tight-lipped. The development of both companies' handheld consoles may take considerable time, requiring the creation of affordable yet graphically impressive devices to rival Nintendo's success.

Meanwhile, Nintendo, already a leader in the portable gaming sector, announced plans to reveal more information about the Nintendo Switch's successor within its current fiscal year.