Bloodborne Remake Rumors Revive After PlayStation 30th Anniversary Trailer Drops

PlayStation's 30th Anniversary sparks Bloodborne revival rumors! The anniversary trailer's inclusion of Bloodborne, captioned "It's about persistence," ignited fervent speculation about a potential sequel or remastered edition. While no official announcements have been made, this isn't the first time such rumors have surfaced.

A Look Back at the Anniversary Trailer:

The trailer, set to a Cranberries' "Dreams" remix, showcased PlayStation's iconic titles, each with a thematic caption (e.g., "It's about fantasy" for Final Fantasy VII). Bloodborne's placement and caption, however, fueled fan hopes.

Previous speculation, sparked by a PlayStation Italia Instagram post, further intensified anticipation. While the "persistence" caption could simply reflect the game's challenging nature, the timing and placement remain intriguing.

PS5 Update: Nostalgia and UI Customization:

Sony's 30th-anniversary PS5 update offered a limited-time PS1 boot sequence and customizable themes inspired by past consoles. Users can now personalize their home screen's visuals and sounds, reminiscent of older PlayStation iterations.

This update's popularity, particularly the PS4 UI's return, has prompted discussion about potential future UI customization expansions for PS5. The temporary nature of this feature, however, is a source of some disappointment.

The Handheld Console Race Heats Up:

Adding to the excitement, Digital Foundry confirmed Bloomberg's reports of Sony developing a handheld console for PS5 games. While still in early development, this move reflects a growing trend in the gaming industry, with Microsoft also exploring the handheld market.

This strategic move is seen as a response to the rise of mobile gaming, positioning these consoles to complement rather than compete directly with smartphones. Nintendo, however, currently holds a strong lead, with plans to reveal more information about its Switch successor.