The Bloodborne PSX demake, a fan-made project inspired by the iconic FromSoftware game, has recently encountered a copyright claim, following in the footsteps of the Bloodborne 60fps mod which faced a similar issue last week. Lance McDonald, the creator of the 60fps mod, revealed that he received a takedown notice from Sony Interactive Entertainment, compelling him to remove all links to his patch from the internet. This action came four years after the mod's initial release.

Lilith Walther, the mind behind Nightmare Kart (formerly known as Bloodborne Kart) and the visually striking Bloodborne PSX demake, took to Twitter to announce that a YouTube video showcasing the demake was hit with a copyright claim by MarkScan Enforcement. McDonald further clarified that MarkScan is a company employed by Sony Interactive Entertainment, the same entity responsible for the DMCA takedown of his 60fps patch page. He expressed his confusion and frustration over these actions, questioning Sony's motives.

Bloodborne, a critically acclaimed title developed by FromSoftware and released on the PS4, has become a focal point of fan desire for enhancements such as a next-gen patch to boost its frame rate from 30fps to 60fps, a remaster, or even a sequel. Recent advancements in PS4 emulation, highlighted by Digital Foundry's coverage of the ShadPS4 emulator, have allowed fans to experience Bloodborne at 60fps on PC, potentially prompting Sony's aggressive copyright enforcement.

In response to these developments, McDonald speculated that Sony might be preparing to announce an official 60fps remake of Bloodborne. He suggested that Sony's takedown actions could be a strategic move to clear the digital space for their own announcements and trademark filings related to "Bloodborne 60fps" and "Bloodborne remake."

Despite these actions, Sony has not provided any official statements regarding future plans for Bloodborne. Former PlayStation executive Shuhei Yoshida shared his personal theory on the game's lack of updates or remasters, attributing it to FromSoftware's director Hidetaka Miyazaki's deep attachment to the game and his reluctance to let anyone else work on it, a sentiment respected by the PlayStation team.

As Bloodborne approaches its 10th anniversary, the game remains untouched by official updates. However, Miyazaki has acknowledged that the game could benefit from being released on more modern hardware, leaving fans hopeful for future developments.