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[News] FromSoftware rejected 10+ offers for a Bloodborne remake, sequel, or spinoff (www.tweaktown.com)
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TL;DR: A former PlayStation developer revealed that FromSoftware has rejected up to 10 studios proposing a Bloodborne remake, indicating the studio's cautious approach to revisiting the popular game despite high demand from fans and developers. This highlights FromSoftware's control over its IP and quality standards.

Despite Sony owning the rights to Bloodborne, and could have technically gone ahead with a remake without Miyazaki's involvement, Sony decided to shelve the idea until FromSoftware is ready. Now, Brandon Sheffield has posted on BlueSky with insider details, such as FromSoftware receiving more than 10 pitches for a Bloodborne remake, sequel, or spinoff, which were all rejected.

These comments from Sheffield, who has worked with Sony on releases for the PlayStation Vita and PlayStation mobile, back up previous reporting that Miyazaki really wanted Bloodborne handled by FromSoftware. In 2024, Miyazaki said the team does want to return to Bloodborne, which suggests, at least to me, that we have everything we need for a Bloodborne remake, except time.

Again, no surprises here. Makes sense that a lot of companies see the potential of a follow-up and want to capitalise on it. Good on FS for standing their ground and for Sony to not fuck them over over money

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[–] [S] 3 points 5 months ago (1 child)

Absolutely agree. It's something I'd want as a fan of the game, just to have to more to experience and play, but I'm not sure if it'd damage the reputation of the game in the long run for the same reasons you mention. It's purposefully vague and leaves lots of room for interpretation and that's what makes the game great.

I'll have a watch, thanks! Feel free to write a comment in the pinned post where users can suggest videos to watch. I'll add it to the post. The goal is to have a big list of videos to watch about soulslikes. :)

Absolutely.

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