Bloodborne Remake Whispers Resurface with PlayStation Anniversary

The PlayStation 30th-anniversary celebration reignited speculation surrounding a potential Bloodborne remake or sequel. Let's delve into the latest news and the recent PS5 update.

Bloodborne's Anniversary Appearance Fuels Speculation

Bloodborne Closes Out the Anniversary Trailer

The PlayStation 30th-anniversary trailer featured Bloodborne, accompanied by the caption, "It's about persistence." While other titles also appeared, the inclusion of Bloodborne, particularly its placement at the trailer's end, sparked fervent fan discussion about a possible remaster or sequel.

The trailer, set to a unique rendition of The Cranberries' "Dreams," highlighted PlayStation's most iconic games, including Ghost of Tsushima, God of War, and Helldivers 2. Each game featured a thematic caption; however, Bloodborne's "persistence" tagline ignited intense speculation.

Despite the lack of concrete evidence, fan theories about a Bloodborne 2 or a 60fps remaster with enhanced visuals persist. This isn't the first time such rumors have surfaced; a previous Instagram post by PlayStation Italia featuring iconic Bloodborne locations similarly fueled speculation.

While Bloodborne's inclusion might simply acknowledge its challenging gameplay, demanding player persistence, the possibility of a future release remains a compelling topic for fans.

PS5 Update Introduces UI Customization

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

This update allows PS5 users to personalize their home screen's design and sound effects. Accessing the "PlayStation 30th Anniversary" option within PS5 Settings, under "Appearance and Sound," enables users to select their preferred console's aesthetic.

While the update has been well-received, its limited-time availability has disappointed some players. This has led to speculation that it might be a test run for broader UI customization options on the PS5 in the future.

Sony's Potential Handheld Console

Speculation extends beyond the PS5 update. Digital Foundry corroborated Bloomberg's report about a potential Sony handheld console. Bloomberg's article, published on November 25th, suggested Sony is developing a handheld device 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 confirmed having heard about this handheld months prior. The panelists discussed the strategic move by both Microsoft and Sony to enter the portable gaming market, considering the rise of mobile gaming.

While Microsoft has openly acknowledged its interest in a handheld device, Sony remains tight-lipped. The development of both Microsoft's and Sony's handhelds is expected to take time, requiring the creation of affordable yet graphically impressive consoles to compete with Nintendo. Meanwhile, Nintendo is poised to release information about the Nintendo Switch's successor within its current fiscal year.