A few years ago, it seemed impossible that Bloodborne would leap from its PlayStation 4 confines to the expansive world of PC gaming. Yet, after consistent updates, the beloved FromSoftware action RPG is now fully playable via the ShadPS4 emulator, even on older hardware and handheld devices like the Steam Deck.
Breaking Barriers with Online Play
Though emulation has transformed the gameplay experience, online features are still a work in progress. Recent developments, however, might change this. A video on YouTube by George Moralis, a lead developer of the emulator, showcases Bloodborne with online features enabled on PC.
Exploring New Horizons
This is just an early technical test, with many hurdles still to overcome, but the excitement is palpable. The potential for co-op gameplay, exploring Chalice Dungeons through glyphs, and utilizing asynchronous features like messages and bloodstains highlights the game’s uniqueness. Fully functional online features promise to bring seamless co-op play, which could elevate the emulated experience beyond the original PS4 version, which requires a fan-made patch to achieve 60 FPS.
The path forward for Bloodborne’s online functionalities in future ShadPS4 versions remains uncertain. George Moralis indicates the team is exploring various possibilities, such as community-driven servers or local hosting. One certainty is that emulated users will never connect to Sony’s official servers.
Along with perfecting Bloodborne’s emulation, the ShadPS4 team continues to broaden the array of PlayStation 4 exclusives playable on PC. More updates on the emulator’s advancements can be found on its official website.