Bloodborne Fans Are In For More Disappointment In 2026

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Fans of Bloodborne are accustomed to getting excited about potential new content, only to be disappointed. For years, rumors about a remake, remaster, or PC version have surfaced and faded as PlayStation’s priorities changed. While 2026 brought renewed hope based on Sony’s moves, recent news has unfortunately removed Bloodborne from discussions about upcoming releases – again.

The atmosphere of Bloodborne continues to heavily influence many dark and gritty Victorian-era games released today. Any game with a similar feel to Yharnam is inevitably compared to Bloodborne, demonstrating the lasting impact of FromSoftware’s title on fans. This strong connection means fans closely follow any news or rumors about a potential return of Bloodborne, even speculation about its likelihood.

Sony’s Shut Down Of Bluepoint Games Derails Kills Bloodborne’s Biggest Hope For A Return

Okay, so February 2026 was a bit of a bummer for us PlayStation fans. Sony shut down Bluepoint Games, and honestly, that really stung. They were the team behind some amazing remasters and remakes – seriously, the Shadow of the Colossus remaster was gorgeous, and Demon’s Souls on the PS5? Incredible! That Demon’s Souls remake basically kicked off the whole ‘tough but fair’ trend that later became the Dark Souls series, so they were a huge deal. It’s sad to see them go.

The recent closure of Bluepoint Games came as a surprise to many PlayStation fans, especially since Sony had purchased the studio just five years prior. Reports suggest they were developing a live-action God of War game that was ultimately cancelled, which contributed to the studio’s closure in a changing gaming landscape. This shutdown has also dashed hopes for remasters of several popular games, notably Bloodborne, and other titles as well.

For a long time, the impressive remake of Demon’s Souls made Bluepoint Games seem like the perfect studio to remaster Bloodborne or bring it back to modern platforms. People hoped for anything from a simple update to fix visual issues on PS5 or PC, to a complete graphical overhaul. Now that Bluepoint is no longer with PlayStation, the company has lost a key expert in remasters, leaving many dedicated Bloodborne fans without much hope for a future update.

Demon’s Souls’ PS5 Remake Proved That Bluepoint Knew How To Update Classic FromSoft Games

The PS5 version of Demon’s Souls perfectly captured the feeling of the original game. While some felt the new translation wasn’t ideal, most agreed that Bluepoint Games created a fantastic remake, offering a definitive Demon’s Souls experience, especially for players new to the series. It was a strong launch title for the PS5 and demonstrated the console’s power, setting a benchmark for future games.

Bluepoint did an amazing job recreating the unique visual style of FromSoftware’s games, which are known for their distinct look and feel. The remake of Demon’s Souls felt just as captivating as the original, and added helpful improvements that addressed some of the original game’s weaker design choices. This made Demon’s Souls more accessible to a wider audience, both because it was released on modern consoles and because its gameplay felt similar to more recent FromSoftware titles like Elden Ring and Dark Souls 3.

Cease & Desist Letters For Bloodborne Fan Projects Right Before Bluepoint’s Closure Shows Sony’s Level Of Interest In A Remake

The closing of Bluepoint Games makes it uncertain who could successfully remake Bloodborne, though other well-equipped studios are certainly capable. The bigger issue is Sony and PlayStation’s apparent unwillingness to allow any Bloodborne remakes or remasters. This became clear when PlayStation recently shut down a popular fan project dedicated to the game, sending them a cease and desist notice just two days before the Bluepoint announcement.

A fan-made project called Bloodborne: Top Down Arena reimagined the game Bloodborne with a top-down perspective, similar to games like Diablo. Developer Maxime Foulquier created it after canceling a more ambitious Bloodborne remake, fearing the remake would attract legal trouble from PlayStation. Despite hoping the top-down version would fly under the radar, PlayStation still took legal action to shut it down.

When legal notices were first sent regarding projects related to the game Bloodborne, fans hoped it meant a remake or PC version was in the works. Now, it appears these notices actually signal that PlayStation isn’t planning to address fan requests for the game, likely meaning a remaster or a PC port with a smoother frame rate won’t happen in 2026.

With Bluepoint Games now closed, what does this mean for the chances of seeing a Bloodborne port or remaster? Share your thoughts in the comments or discuss it on the ComicBook Forum!

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2026-02-25 00:15