Bloodborne has always been a fan favorite, even among the highly acclaimed games developed by FromSoftware. Its popularity has led to constant speculation about the possibility of a remaster, especially since the game was previously exclusive to PlayStation. However, despite the persisting rumors, nothing has come to fruition yet.
While Bloodborne is a true masterpiece, with impressive gameplay, striking style, and impeccable design, it has been held back by technical limitations since its release in 2015. The game is locked at 30 frames per second, which can be a jarring experience for players accustomed to higher frame rates. It is a testament to the advancements in gaming technology over the past five years that revisiting Bloodborne can be a reminder of just how far the industry has come. Despite this, the game remains an aesthetically beautiful and well-crafted experience.
For Bloodborne Fans, Hope Springs Eternal
Rumors of a Bloodborne remaster have been circulating for years, fueled by the desire to bring the game up to current technical standards. In the summer of 2020, streamer CaseyExplosion hinted at an imminent PC port announcement, but the event was delayed and no news of Bloodborne surfaced. Podcaster Nick Baker later claimed that the remaster had already been completed, though the validity of this statement remains uncertain. Despite the absence of Bloodborne in the leaked Nvidia GeForce Now database, fans remain hopeful that the game will eventually make its way to PC, as the list did include other Sony exclusives. However, the reasons for the delay in the game's port remain unclear.
The Outlook for a Bloodborne Remaster Remains Hazy
Insider and journalist Jeff Grub shed light on the matter in a late 2022 podcast, explaining that the source code of Bloodborne is incredibly convoluted and challenging to work with. To remaster the game without starting from scratch would require the expertise of an outsourced developer like Bluepoint, closely guided by FromSoft. Unfortunately, the studio currently lacks the interest and resources to pursue such a venture. However, given the ever-changing priorities of the industry, it remains to be seen what FromSoft will do once its current projects are completed.
Bloodborne is available now for PS4.