The February 2025 State of Play has once again left Bloodborne enthusiasts across the globe grappling with disappointment. Amidst the cavalcade of announcements and gameplay reveals, the absence of any mention of a Bloodborne remaster for the PS5 has left fans questioning if their long-held dream will ever come to fruition.
Throughout the 40-minute showcase, Sony pulled back the curtain on a plethora of exciting updates. Housemarque revealed Saros, the anticipated successor to Returnal, while Konami finally confirmed the release date for the highly awaited Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, in stunning Unreal Engine 5 detail. Yet, as the presentation concluded, there was a glaring omission – Bloodborne was nowhere to be seen.
The fervor among Bloodborne devotees had reached a fever pitch after Sony recently targeted fan-created mods and demakes, including Lance McDonald’s popular 60fps patch. The swift DMCA takedowns sparked speculation that Sony might be clearing the path for an official announcement. However, the silence from Sony continues to echo loudly, leaving fans to piece together their expectations yet again.
As Bloodborne approaches its decennial anniversary this March, the timing feels ripe for a remaster or port. Fans’ desires have swirled into a persistent campaign over the years, yet Sony remains tight-lipped, igniting both hope and frustration among the community. While other titles like Days Gone and Horizon Zero Dawn bask in the glow of remasters, traversing Yharnam’s gothic streets in high-definition feels like a distant dream.
Former Sony Interactive Entertainment executive Shuhei Yoshida provided some insight, proposing that director Hidetaka Miyazaki’s deep attachment to Bloodborne could be influencing the lack of progression. Miyazaki’s own comments suggest that he sees potential for a remake on modern hardware, yet FromSoftware’s lack of ownership over the IP complicates matters.
Despite this, the dedication of Bloodborne’s fan base remains unshaken. As another year likely passes without news of a remaster, the yearning for a return to the haunting world of Bloodborne on PS5 persists. Until Sony answers the collective plea, fans will have only their hopes – and a wealth of beloved fan projects – to sustain them.
