PlayStation's 30th Anniversary Celebration Fuels Bloodborne Speculation and More!
The recent PlayStation 30th anniversary trailer reignited fervent speculation surrounding a potential Bloodborne remaster or sequel. The trailer's inclusion of Bloodborne, accompanied by the caption "It's about persistence," sent ripples through the gaming community.
While the anniversary video showcased numerous beloved titles—including Ghost of Tsushima, God of War, and Helldivers 2—each with themed captions, Bloodborne's placement and caption fueled rumors of an upcoming release. This isn't the first time such speculation has arisen; a previous Instagram post from PlayStation Italia featuring Bloodborne imagery sparked a similar fan reaction.
However, the "persistence" caption could simply acknowledge the game's notorious difficulty, rather than hinting at new content.
PS5 Update: Customizable UI and a Blast from the Past
Sony's 30th-anniversary PS5 update introduced a limited-time PS1 boot-up sequence and customizable themes based on past PlayStation consoles. Players can now personalize their PS5 home screen's appearance and sound effects, evoking the nostalgia of earlier consoles. This feature, accessible through the PS5's "PlayStation 30th Anniversary" settings, allows users to select their preferred console's UI and sounds.
While the temporary nature of this update has disappointed some fans, others see it as a potential test run for more extensive UI customization options on the PS5 in the future.
The Handheld Race Heats Up: Sony's Secret Weapon?
Adding to the excitement, Digital Foundry corroborated Bloomberg's report of Sony's development of a new handheld console designed for PS5 games. While still in early stages, this venture signifies Sony's strategic move into the portable gaming market, currently dominated by Nintendo Switch. The move is seen as a logical response to the rise of mobile gaming.
Although Sony remains tight-lipped, the industry anticipates a potential handheld device from Sony in the coming years, though it faces the challenge of creating a competitively priced and graphically superior console to challenge Nintendo's dominance. Meanwhile, Nintendo itself is expected to reveal more information about the Nintendo Switch's successor soon.
