Ahead of this week’s PlayStation Showcase and expected updates regarding the state of Sony’s first-party plans for the platform, Sony has confirmed its intent to continue bringing more exclusive titles to PC. While heavy hitters in Sony’s stable of first-party exclusives have made their way to PC, one exclusive title that has been conspicuously absent from the conversation isBloodborne, which was developed for PS4. Long-rumored but never confirmed, a PC port ofBloodbornehas been near the top of many players' wishlists for years now, and it appears that those same fans may have to continue waiting for the time being.
Even though FromSoftware has gone on to evolve its Soulsborne formula through last year’s phenomenalElden Ring, many fans still considerBloodborneto be the pinnacle of the subgenre thanks to its frantic, offensive combat and gothic horror setting that differentiate it from theDarkSoulsseries. With a large contingent of players hoping that the game will eventually make its way to PC just like other FromSoftware titles, it’s surprising that Sony continues to ignore an opportunity to have a guaranteed win through aPC port and modern remaster ofBloodborne.
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Considering thatElden Ringis FromSoftware’s greatest success to date and helped to endear the company to an entirely new legion of fans, thesuccess of aBloodbornePC portis almost a guarantee. Sony’s decision to continue moving forward with PC ports has been met with a broader audience that is now able to access these titles, and it’s clear that the PC ports of Sony’s first-party exclusives could be a winning strategy that fans could become accustomed to in the future.
Of course,Bloodborneis widely available to anyone who happens to own a PS4 or PS5, but a significant portion of FromSoftware’s consumer base may prefer to play games on PC. Therefore, it’s not hard to imagine aBloodbornePC port doing extremely well for bothSony and FromSoftware, which would please fans who have patiently waited for the game to leave its console exclusivity for years.
A Bloodborne PC Port Could Preclude a Remake or Direct Sequel
An added bonus to the development and release of aBloodbornePC port could be that its success may pave the way for a remaster or remake of the title on PS5. Otherwise, significant fan interest and the commercial success of a PC version ofBloodbornemay help give FromSoftware a reason to finally develop a sequel.
Aside from working onElden RingDLC and releasingArmored Core 6later this year, it is rumored thatFromSoftware has an unannounced third titlein the works. Whether a remaster, remake, or upscaled PC port, many fans have their collective fingers crossed that this title is somehowBloodborne-related.
Sony’s commitment to PC ports is good news for players, as many of Sony’s first-party exclusives are critical darlings and held as some of the best experiences the medium has to offer. Withthe hit-or-miss nature of Sony’s PC portsto date, it’s possible that Sony has kept quiet aboutBloodbornein a conscious effort to wait until the PC port is absolutely ready for market and indicative of the quality associated with its first-party exclusives.
The Last of Us Part 1’s PC port is not a blunder that Sony can take lightly, and another poorly received PC port at launch could steer fans away from that premise. Whatever the case, fans ofBloodbornehave eagerly awaited a follow-up, and the success of a PC port forBloodbornemay be just what FromSoftware needs as a sign for it to begin work on a sequel.
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