PlayStation's 30th Anniversary sparks Bloodborne remake rumors and reveals a new PS5 update and handheld console plans.
The PlayStation 30th-anniversary trailer concluded with a Bloodborne clip, captioned "It's about persistence," igniting speculation about a potential sequel or remaster. While other games showcased themes like "fantasy" (Final Fantasy VII) and "fear" (Resident Evil), Bloodborne's placement and caption fueled fan excitement. This isn't the first time such rumors have surfaced; a previous Instagram post by PlayStation Italia featuring Bloodborne locations similarly generated buzz. However, the trailer's message might simply acknowledge the game's notoriously challenging gameplay.
Alongside the anniversary celebrations, Sony released a PS5 update offering limited-time PS1 boot-up sequences and customizable themes inspired by past PlayStation consoles. Users can personalize their home screen's appearance and sounds to evoke the nostalgia of older systems. While this temporary feature has been well-received, some fans express disappointment over its limited availability, leading to speculation about future, more extensive UI customization options on the PS5.
Adding to the excitement, Digital Foundry confirmed earlier reports from Bloomberg about Sony's development of a handheld console for PS5 games. While still in its early stages, this move aims to compete in the portable gaming market currently dominated by Nintendo Switch. The decision is considered strategically sound, given the rise of mobile gaming, allowing for coexistence between handheld and smartphone gaming experiences. Although Sony remains tight-lipped, the potential for a new handheld device is significant, although it may take several years before its release, needing to balance affordability with superior graphics to challenge Nintendo's dominance. Meanwhile, Nintendo is poised to release more information about the Nintendo Switch's successor within the current fiscal year.
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