Bloodborne Remake Rumors Revive After PlayStation 30th Anniversary Trailer Drops

PlayStation's 30th Anniversary sparks Bloodborne Remake rumors and more!

The recent PlayStation 30th-anniversary trailer reignited speculation about a potential Bloodborne remake or sequel. The trailer's inclusion of Bloodborne, coupled with the caption "It's about persistence," sent fans into a frenzy. While the phrase could simply highlight the game's challenging nature, the timing fueled existing rumors. This isn't the first time such speculation has surfaced; a previous social media post from PlayStation Italia also hinted at the game, further intensifying fan anticipation.

The anniversary trailer showcased various PlayStation classics, each with a thematic caption. The deliberate placement of Bloodborne at the end, however, remains a point of contention among fans.

Beyond Bloodborne, the anniversary celebrations included a PS5 update offering limited-time UI customization options inspired by past PlayStation consoles. This update allows users to personalize their home screen's appearance and sounds, harkening back to the aesthetic of older systems. While welcomed by many, the temporary nature of the update has left some wanting more permanent options, sparking speculation about future, more extensive UI customization on the PS5.

Adding to the excitement, reports of Sony developing a new handheld console gained further credence. Digital Foundry corroborated earlier Bloomberg reports, suggesting Sony is indeed working on a portable device to compete in the market currently dominated by Nintendo Switch. While still in early stages, this move reflects the growing importance of mobile gaming and the potential for a handheld PS5 experience.

The potential entry of both Sony and Microsoft into the handheld market presents an interesting dynamic, with Nintendo seemingly ahead in the race, already hinting at a successor to the Switch. The development of these new handhelds will likely take time, requiring significant investment to create devices that are both affordable and offer superior graphics to compete effectively.