Bloodborne Archives

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January 5, 2026

Code Vein 2 is largely more of the same despite its story reset, but I think I’m okay with that

Code Vein 2 has been announced and is set to launch on January 29, priced at .99 / £54.99. The game retains core mechanics from the original, including checkpoints called Mistles and a system for reclaiming lost currency called Haze. It features extensive character customization, with a detailed editor and various Blood Codes that influence play style. Combat dynamics include faster-paced encounters and new weapon types, such as twin blades and rune blades, with over 200 Formae to master. The narrative involves Blood-drinking Revenants and human hunters in an apocalyptic setting, with players awakening 100 years after a catastrophic event. Companions can assist in combat and revive players upon death, adding strategic depth. Exploration has improved, with more complex dungeon layouts and navigation aids.

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December 8, 2025

Dark Souls meets Minecraft in Dark Craft — an ambitious new MMORPG that could surprise fans of both franchises

Dark Craft is an MMORPG developed by Take Top Entertainment, inspired by Minecraft's visuals and a darker fantasy tone. It features a challenging combat system reminiscent of soulslike games and promises an open world with dynamic enemy patrols, roaming NPCs, and organic world events. The game will include Game Masters who can influence gameplay by commanding enemies or staging ambushes. There are concerns about its free-to-play model potentially involving microtransactions. Details about the release date and platform availability are currently unclear.

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November 28, 2025

Lies of P director says ‘I will not disappoint you’ when it comes to the sequel, and after playing its award-winning DLC this year, I fully believe him

Lies of P has gained critical acclaim with its recent downloadable content (DLC) titled Overture, which won the Best Game Expansion at the Golden Joystick Awards. The DLC features a rich narrative and stylistic innovation, incorporating cinematic storytelling and team-up challenges. It enhances gameplay with a stance break mechanic inspired by Bloodborne and Sekiro. Overture transforms a convoluted story into an emotionally engaging experience, showcasing character arcs that evoke genuine emotion. Anticipation for a sequel is high, with promises of hauntingly beautiful covers of classic rhythm game tracks integrated into the game's gothic atmosphere.

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November 26, 2025

Opinion: No, The Novelty of PlayStation Games on PC Has Not Worn Off

Alinea Analytics analyzed the performance of PlayStation games on PC, suggesting that the novelty of these titles has faded and that all major franchises have already been released on the platform. However, several significant titles, including Gran Turismo 7, Demon’s Souls, Bloodborne, The Last of Us Part II, and The Order: 1886, are still not available on PC. Many PC gamers also own PlayStation consoles and prefer to buy games for immediate access rather than waiting for PC ports. The quality of PC ports has been inconsistent, with some titles facing backlash due to technical issues, while others have been successful. The requirement for a PSN account to access certain games created barriers for players in regions without PSN, affecting sales. Long wait times for PC releases and the temptation of piracy also impact game performance on Steam. Despite misconceptions, single-player games can succeed on PC, as evidenced by titles like Baldur’s Gate 3 and Hades. The discussion around PlayStation games on PC is more about strategic release decisions and quality rather than a decline in novelty.

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November 24, 2025

Bloodborne sees a massive performance boost thanks to PS4 emulator update, with hunters’ dreams becoming more accessible on Steam Deck

The ShadPS4 emulator's version 0.12.6 significantly enhances the performance of Bloodborne on PC, making it more accessible for users with less powerful hardware. The emulator offers a stable experience, with average frames per second (fps) more than doubling compared to previous versions. A side-by-side comparison showed gameplay at 1440p on a PC with an Intel Core i5-13500 CPU and an RTX 3060 Ti GPU. On the Steam Deck OLED, the game maintains around 60 fps in handheld mode, with dips to approximately 40 fps during intense encounters, while docked mode achieves a stable 30 fps. Additional mods may be necessary for stability, and there is no official remaster planned for Bloodborne.

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November 14, 2025

New vampire RPG mixing The Witcher and Bloodlines 2 is already delivering on player feedback, and it’s not even out yet

Rebel Wolves has released a new gameplay demo for The Blood of Dawnwalker, incorporating significant changes based on player feedback. The studio, made up of former CD Projekt Red developers, has generated excitement for this RPG. The demo features the quest 'A Monk and a Saint,' where the protagonist, Coen, seeks a legendary sword. Players experience different scenarios depending on whether Coen is in human form during the day or as a vampire at night. In the daytime, Coen investigates an asylum and confronts a Murohn, using the Compel Soul hex to communicate with the deceased. The gameplay allows for real-time decision-making without pausing the choice menu, similar to The Witcher 3. A second camera option has been added based on player feedback for a wider view during combat and exploration. The Blood of Dawnwalker is set to release in 2026.

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October 20, 2025

Shovel Knight dev’s next game doesn’t have a single parry, pulling from Castlevania and Bloodborne instead of Sekiro: ‘Every game has a parry now … even Doom has Dark Souls stuff in it’

The rise of parry mechanics has expanded from character action games and spectacle fighters to various genres, including roguelikes, horror games, JRPGs, and first-person shooters, particularly in the Soulslike genre after the success of Sekiro. Yacht Club Games is developing an adventure game called Mina the Hollower, inspired by classic Castlevania and Zelda games, aiming to evoke retro gaming while incorporating modern influences. Co-founder Sean Velasco noted the game's nods to Bloodborne in its health management system and pacing. He described the exchange of gameplay ideas among developers as a "great conversation," leading to the convergence of game mechanics. The release date for Mina the Hollower is not yet determined, but it can be added to wishlists on Steam.

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July 12, 2025

Witchfire’s massive next update is inspired by games like Syndicate and Bloodborne, and it’s the biggest one yet: ‘We really mean it’

Witchfire, developed by The Astronauts, is a first-person shooter that has been in development for nearly a decade. It debuted in early access on Steam after an initial release on the Epic Store in 2023. The game has received two significant content patches in the past seven months. The upcoming update, named Webgrave, will introduce a new region called the blighted town, new weapons including the oracle sniper rifle and the lever-action rifle named nemesis, and a revamped stats system with six core attributes: flesh, blood, mind, witchery, arsenal, and faith. Additionally, a secondary stat system called the Rosary will allow players to equip magical beads for bonuses. The Webgrave update is scheduled for release on July 28.

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June 14, 2025

Driveclub is almost fully playable on PC with 60FPS via shadPS4

The shadPS4 emulator has made significant progress in running the racing game Driveclub on PC, achieving nearly full playability and supporting 60 frames per second (FPS). A recent demonstration by YouTube content creator ‘talhaONE’ showcased the emulator's performance on a high-end setup, where it delivered a smooth 60FPS experience, a notable improvement from the previous 38FPS. The original PS4 version of Driveclub is capped at 30FPS, prompting gamers to seek emulation for enhanced performance. However, there are still minor visual issues, such as problematic rain effects in the cockpit camera. Optimism exists that Driveclub will be fully playable on shadPS4 by the end of summer 2025, ahead of initial predictions. Other PS4-exclusive titles like God of War III Remastered and The Order 1886 are also potential candidates for emulation enhancements.

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April 3, 2025

Nintendo got a Bloodborne spiritual sequel before PC even got the first game

FromSoftware is developing a new game titled The Duskbloods, set for release in 2026, which is a spiritual successor to Bloodborne. The game features gothic architecture, beast transformation mechanics, and characters that can morph into monstrous forms, including a miniature T-Rex. It incorporates vampiric themes where vampires can siphon power from defeated foes. The gameplay will include elements like runes, firearms, and a focus on steampunk technology, with characters using jetpacks and a functioning train. The game is exclusive to Nintendo Switch.