Breaking: PlayStation Secretly Developing Next Generation Soulsborne Masterpiece
PlayStation fans are buzzing with excitement as a secret Soulsborne game undergoes a four-day playtest Speculations run wild as gamers eagerly await to uncover the mysterious project that promises to captivate and challenge their souls once again
Speculation is running rampant among fans of FromSoftware's Dark Souls games regarding a recent mysterious PlayStation playtest held in the UK. The playtest was specifically targeted towards fans of the "Soulsborne" subgenre of action RPGs, and it was hosted by PlayStation UK. Given the passionate nature of Soulslike enthusiasts, it's not surprising that speculation has gone wild. Various predictions have emerged, ranging from Nioh developer Team Ninja's potential next game Rise of the Ronin, to Bluepoint Games' upcoming project, and even the possibility of a new game from FromSoftware themselves.
Publicly advertised playtests for major game releases, especially those affiliated with PlayStation, are quite rare. Nevertheless, they do occur. In 2022, there was a notable PlayStation playtest advertised for a virtual reality racing game. This playtest is believed to have been for the VR update of Gran Turismo 7. It is worth noting that Gran Turismo 7 was developed by Polyphony Digital, a Japanese studio with studios in the US and the Netherlands, so the occurrence of a playtest in the UK came as a significant surprise.
A new PlayStation-hosted playtest took place from October 10 to October 13, causing excitement and speculation among gamers. However, the game being playtested remains a mystery, similar to the Gran Turismo 7 VR playtest. The only hint provided was that it was advertised for "Soulsborne Fans" and featured an image with the box art for Elden Ring, Dark Souls 3, Bloodborne, and Wo Long.
The inclusion of Wo Long in the list has generated the most speculation. Wo Long is a Soulslike game developed by Team Ninja, which received decent reviews but is not considered a standout example of the genre. Some believe that its inclusion suggests that the playtest may be for Team Ninja's upcoming game, Rise of the Ronin. Rise of the Ronin is set to be published by Sony and released on the PS5 in 2024. It was recently announced during a September PlayStation State of Play event.
Other possibilities for the playtest exist. Fans of PlayStation are eagerly waiting for an announcement of a Bloodborne sequel, which Sony has the rights to. The next release from Bluepoint Games after their Demon's Souls remake on the PS5 is also unknown. Additionally, FromSoftware's upcoming game is also a factor to consider. However, it is important to note that these possibilities may simply be wishful thinking.
Nevertheless, all this speculation may be in vain. Numerous Soulslike games are currently being developed by various exciting developers. It might not be Rise of the Ronin, which is not even necessarily a Souls-like game. It might not be a game from FromSoftware or have any connection to their previous releases. Despite this, PlayStation's Soulslike fans can anticipate an intriguing mystery that will hopefully be unveiled in the near future.
