Following PlayStation's 30th-anniversary video, speculation surrounding a Bloodborne remake or sequel has resurfaced. This article explores the latest buzz and other recent PlayStation news.
PlayStation's 30th Anniversary Celebration
Bloodborne's Anniversary Appearance Fuels Speculation
The anniversary trailer prominently featured Bloodborne, a beloved PS4 exclusive, with the caption "It's about persistence." While other titles also appeared, the inclusion of Bloodborne, particularly its placement at the trailer's conclusion, ignited fervent fan discussions about a potential remaster or sequel.Set to a unique rendition of The Cranberries' "Dreams," the trailer showcased PlayStation's iconic games, including Ghost of Tsushima, God of War, and Helldivers 2. Each game received a thematic caption (e.g., "It's about fantasy" for Final Fantasy 7). The "persistence" caption for Bloodborne, however, fueled speculation due to the game's notoriously challenging gameplay.
Despite the lack of concrete evidence before or after the trailer, rumors of a Bloodborne 2 or a 60fps remaster with enhanced visuals persist. This isn't the first time such speculation has arisen; a previous Instagram post by PlayStation Italia featuring Bloodborne locations also sparked similar excitement.
While the trailer's ending might simply highlight the game's demanding nature, the possibility of new Bloodborne content remains a compelling fan theory.
PS5 Update: Customizable UI
Sony released a PS5 update celebrating the 30th anniversary, including a limited-time PS1 boot sequence and customizable themes inspired by past PlayStation consoles. This allows users to personalize their home screen's appearance and sound effects, evoking nostalgic feelings from previous generations.
The update offers themes spanning from PS1 to PS4, accessible via PS5 Settings > "PlayStation 30th Anniversary" > "Appearance and Sound." The temporary nature of this update has disappointed some fans, with some expressing a willingness to pay for a permanent option. Others speculate this could be a test run for future, broader UI customization features on the PS5.
Sony's Potential Handheld Console
Further fueling the excitement, Digital Foundry recently corroborated Bloomberg's report about Sony developing a handheld console for PS5 games. Though still in its early stages, this venture signals Sony's ambition to enter the portable gaming market, currently dominated by Nintendo Switch.
Digital Foundry's John Linneman confirmed their knowledge of the project, noting the logical move considering the current popularity of mobile gaming. While Microsoft has openly discussed its handheld plans, Sony remains tight-lipped. The development of affordable, graphically superior handhelds from both companies is expected to take time, positioning Nintendo's upcoming Switch successor as a potential frontrunner.
Nintendo's president, Shuntaro Furukawa, announced on Twitter (X) in May 2024 that more details about the next-generation Nintendo Switch would be revealed within the current fiscal year.
