Bloodborne celebrates its 10th anniversary today, with the gaming community organizing another "Return to Yharnam" event to honor FromSoftware's PlayStation 4 masterpiece.
The Eternal Wait for More Bloodborne Content
Since its March 24, 2015 release, Bloodborne has stood as a defining achievement that solidified FromSoftware's reputation as one of gaming's premier developers. While critical and commercial success seemed to guarantee future installments, the franchise has remained dormant - puzzling fans and industry observers alike.
No current-gen remaster, official 60fps upgrade, or sequel has materialized from Sony despite years of fan requests. This ongoing silence represents one of gaming's most baffling business decisions.
Behind Sony's Silence
Former PlayStation executive Shuhei Yoshida recently offered his personal theory about Bloodborne's absence. Speaking on Kinda Funny Games, Yoshida stressed these were personal observations rather than insider information.
"People wonder why we haven't done anything with Bloodborne, even a simple update," Yoshida said. "My theory is that Hidetaka Miyazaki loves what he created so much that while he's interested, his schedule prevents personal involvement - yet he wouldn't want others handling it either. The PlayStation team likely respects his wishes."
FromSoftware's Full Slate
Miyazaki has indeed remained exceptionally busy since Bloodborne's release - directing Dark Souls 3, Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, and the blockbuster Elden Ring. The studio currently prepares a multiplayer Elden Ring spinoff while Miyazaki's next project remains unannounced.
Fan Efforts and Sony's Response
The modding community has attempted to compensate for Bloodborne's technical limitations. Notable projects include:
- Lance McDonald's 60fps mod (receiving DMCA takedown after four years)
- Lilith Walther's Bloodborne PSX demake (facing YouTube copyright claims)
- Recent PS4 emulation breakthroughs enabling 60fps playthroughs on PC
As official avenues remain closed, the "Return to Yharnam" event invites players to create new characters, engage in multiplayer, and leave anniversary messages in-game. For now, these community gatherings may represent the only new Bloodborne experiences fans can expect.
