Bloodborne: A Decade of Darkness and Craft

Bloodborne marks its tenth anniversary on PlayStation 4 and remains one of the most polarizing titles of its era. On one side it has an unwavering cult status, routinely appearing near the top of best-game lists and often in the top ten. Fans call it a landmark exclusive for PlayStation and a defining title for the platform. Yet Sony has not revisited Bloodborne with a remaster or even a modest patch to boost PS5 performance. This tension—between widespread acclaim and Sony’s stance—hangs over the game and its legacy, and this piece dives into both.