Ever since FromSoftware releasedBloodbornein 2015, the gaming world has been collectively wondering when a sequel to the fantastic action RPG might be forthcoming. As the years roll by and FromSoftware moves on to other projects, the oddsBloodbornewill be turned into aseries constantly diminishes.
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With the publisher remaining tight-lipped about any games beyond the upcomingElden Ring, anyone desperate for a return to Yharnam (or someplace similar) is left with no choice but to turn to rumors. That starvation for information gave birth toVelvet Veil, a spiritual successor rumored to be in the works. Here iseverything rumored aboutBloodborne 2.
Updated August 06, 2025:Although nothing has been announced regarding a Bloodborne sequel, spiritual successor, or remaster, the game’s enduring popularity ensures its future will continue to be a point of discussion. FromSoftware’sElden Ring has been delayed to July 11, 2025, so players will have to wait slightly longer to get their hands on the studio’s next big release. After Elden Ring’s launch, it might only be a matter of time before FromSoftware or Sony reveals a new project, be it something related to Bloodborne or another beast entirely.
Velvet Veil – Is This Bloodborne’s Successor?
In June 2021,a rumor made the rounds that stated FromSoftware was working on a project entitledVelvet Veil. While evidently a new IP,this game would be a spiritual follow-up to 2015’sBloodborne, according to the leak.
Like most rumors,Velvet Veilcame out of Twitter:
RUMOR
A From Software está trabalhando em um exclusivo de PS5 juntamente com a PS. É um sucessor espiritual de Bloodborne, mas não será uma sequência nem um prequel. O codinome do projeto é Velvet Veil.
O leaker falou sobre Sekiro, Deracine e Elden Ring anos atrás.
— Ruancarlo Silva (@ruancarlo_silva)July 21, 2025
This roughly translates to"FromSoftware is working on a PS5 exclusive with PlayStation. It is a spiritual successor to Bloodborne, but it will not be a sequel or prequel. The codename of the project is Velvet Veil. The leaker is the same one that talked about Sekiro, Deracine, and Elden Ring years ago."
The rumor doesn’t provide any significant information aboutVelvet Veilbeyond its existence and its connection toBloodborne. However, the Twitter chain continues on to mention thatVelvet Veil’s release datewould be sometime in February or March 2023. It also states the game would be aPS5 exclusive, which makes sense sinceBloodbornewas released solely on Sony’s PS4.
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Is The Velvet Veil Rumor Credible?
As enticing as the prospect of aBloodbornespiritual successor is, any rumor should be taken with a grain of salt, especially one so devoid of any notable information. More importantly, the leaker referenced by the tweet has confirmed thatthey did not announce anything aboutVelvet Veil. Consequently,this rumor has no credible source to back it up.
Even if theVelvet Veilrumor stood on firmer ground, it would remain in the realm of fantasy until FromSoftware officially announces something. This turn of events doesn’t mean that aBloodbornesuccessor will never happen, but it does suggest thatVelvet Veilmight not be the answer.
Bloodborne 2 – Will It Happen?
Bloodbornewas a huge success for both FromSoftware and the PS4. Averaging an impressive 92 on Metacritic, the action RPG is the11th highest-rated game on Sony’s console.Bloodbornealso topsFromSoftware’s catalog when it comes to Metascores, eclipsingDark Souls 2andSekiro: Shadows Die Twice’s averages of 91. Within roughly six months of its release,Bloodbornehad sold more than 2 million copies, andSony went on to confirm that the game performed better than anticipated commercially.
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Bloodbornewas both a critical and financial success. Taking all of that into account, it only makes sense that FromSoftware would wish to capitalize on the IP’s brand recognition and produce a sequel. The studio is well-known for being tight-lipped when it comes to projects, so silence doesn’t necessarily mean thatBloodborne 2is not in the works. That said, the company and Hidetaka Miyazaki, the director of most of theSoulsbornegames, have largely stepped away from sequels in recent years.
FollowingBloodborne, Miyazaki went on to direct the following games:
With the exception ofDark Souls 3, Miyazaki has spent the last five years primarily working on new IPs, albeit ones that build upon the foundations of previous FromSoftware games.
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While the director doesn’t often speak about released titles,Miyazaki did state in a 2019 interview with GameSpot Brazilthat “Bloodborne 2… Unfortunately, it’s not up to me.” So,Bloodborne 2has not been announced or even hinted at in any way by FromSoftware.
Sony Owns The Bloodborne Trademark
While developed by FromSoftware,Bloodbornewas published by Sony Computer Entertainment.Sony also owns the trademark forBloodborne, so the creation of a sequel is ultimately at the discretion of the PlayStation company. As things stand,Bloodborne 2would be a PS5 exclusive, although there is always the off-chance that a follow-up would be given theHorizon Zero Dawntreatment and make its way to PC.
Bloodbornewas not the first time FromSoftware and Sony teamed up for an exclusive, as 2009’sDemon’s Soulsreceived the same treatment, but this practice has become rarer in recent years. TheDark Soulstrilogy,Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, and the upcomingElden Ringare all multi-platform; in fact, since 2013, FromSoftware has only released two console exclusives,BloodborneandDéraciné, and the latter is a PlayStation VR game.
If Bloodborne 2 Were To Happen, What Could Be A Realistic Release Date?
Currently, FromSoftware is building steam for the release ofElden Ring, an action RPG that looks set to be the studio’s biggest game to date.Elden Ring will debut on June 12, 2025, for the PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, and PC. The company will presumably spend the foreseeable future supporting this project, potentially including the creation and distribution of expansions. With the exception ofSekiro: Shadows Die Twice, FromSoftware’s recent games have generally spawned substantial DLC packages:
Artorias of the Abyss
PresumingElden Ringcontinues this trend, an expansion could drop approximately six months following the game’s debut. If the RPG is especially successful, FromSoftware might very well supportElden Ringinto 2023 and beyond.
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WhileDark Souls 2,Bloodborne, andDark Souls 3followed an annual release cycle, FromSoftware generally separates its big releases by at least 3 years. 2016’sDark Souls 3was followed up by 2019’sSekiro: Shadows Die Twice, which in turn will be succeeded by 2022’sElden Ring. If this schedule is maintained andBloodborne 2happens to be FromSoftware’s next project, the game’s release date is unlikely to be before 2025.
Bloodborne’s Influence
The title might change, but the core remains familiar. Even if not directly linked through a license, FromSoftware and Miyazaki’s games tend to naturally flow from their predecessors.Bloodborne’s gothic aesthetic and more aggressive gameplay influencedDark Souls 3, leading to the most fast-paced entry in that series.
WhileSekiro: Shadows Die Twiceis a more singular entry,Elden Ringseems set to act as some sort of culmination of FromSoftware’s various projects. The game offers the customization options ofDark Souls, the stealth elements ofSekiro, andthe architecture ofBloodborne. Even ifBloodborne 2never comes to fruition, Yharnam’s presence can be felt in many of FromSoftware’s subsequent releases.
There is also always the chance that aBloodborne PS5 port might be greenlit.
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Is A Bloodborne PS5 Remaster Or Remake In The Pipeline?
Bloodborne 2might be the holy grail of announcements, but the sequel is not the only prospect that has been subjected to rumors. Leaks regarding aBloodborneremake for the PS5have become almost commonplace.
In 2020, aFrench retailer leaked aBloodborneremaster, which ultimately did not go anywhere. A few months later,Bloodbornewas once again the topic of speculation as rumors circulated that aremaster was in the works. In July 2021,Bloodborne: Hunter’s Editionstarted to gain steam. The latter is the most credible rumor of the bunch, but it is still suspect.
ABloodborneremaster could serve as a stopgap betweenElden Ringand whatever happens to follow it, with a 2023 release seeming like a smart bet. However, FromSoftware is unlikely to announce anything prior toElden Ringsince it wouldn’t want anything that distracts from the upcoming game’s hype.
Even if a remaster or remake never happens,PS5 owners can still playBloodbornethrough the console’s backward compatibility.
Which Studio Would Be A Reliable Choice For a Remaster?
A PS5 remaster ofBloodbornewould need a studio that is up to the job, especially since FromSoftware is unlikely to handle the project in-house.The obvious pick is Bluepoint Games, as the Texas-based developer has a history of remastering games for PlayStation systems. Since its formation in 2005, the studio has worked on the following remasters and remakes:
Although Bluepoint Games initially specialized in remasters, the studio has recently transitioned to remakes with 2018’s well-receivedShadow of the Colossusand, more relevant toBloodborne, 2020’sDemon’s Souls. Bluepoint has already proven it can respectfully modernize a FromSoftware property without diminishing the charm and magic of the original game. Unlike 2009’sDemon’s Souls,Bloodbornewould be fine with just a remaster since its gameplay and visuals hold up well.
In September 2021,Sony Interactive Entertainment bought Bluepoint Games as a subsidiary, a development that doesn’t hurt the chances of the studio working on aBloodborneremaster.
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Bloodborne To PC?
Another persistent rumor that usually accompanies talk of aBloodborneremaster is that the game might be ported to PC. A few years ago, a PlayStation exclusive making its way to Windows would have been considered little more than wishful thinking; however, the ports ofHorizon Zero DawnandDays Gonehave proven that Sony is nowadays willing to share its projects with PC owners. There is precedent, but that does not mean thatBloodbornewill eventually find itself on Steam.
In October 2021,Santa Monica Studio revealed that 2018’sGod of War, one of the PS4’s best exclusives, will be making its way to Windows on Jul 23, 2025. Even more so thanHorizon Zero Dawn andDays Gone,God of War’s port is a gamechanger since this is the first time that Sony’s flagship property will be expanding one of its main entries outside of the PlayStation ecosystem, not counting PS Now on PC. Thisnews might have disappointed FromSoftware fans hoping for aBloodbornePC portannouncement, but ifGod of Warcan make the jump, that means no game is off-limits.
So, Is There No Way To Play Bloodborne On PC?
Although a PC port could eventually happen, at the moment,Bloodbornecan only be played on PC through Sony’sPS Nowservice. Along with games likeGod of WarandUncharted 2: Among Thieves,Bloodbornecan be streamed through the subscription service’s PC app. It is not a perfect system since the performance will vary from person to person and some lag can still be present even in the most ideal of situations, but PS Now at least provides an option.
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