So we’ve been hearing a few reports already that From Software won’t be bringing Bloodborne 2 to the Electronic Entertainment Expo next month – even though fans want it something fierce. However, there’s a good chance we might see something new from the company.
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A new report from Reddit indicates that we’ll be seeing a new action game from the developer, which could be getting introduced during the Sony press conference next month. Though the report comes from an “accurate” and “notorious” leaker who’s had previous rumors confirmed, it’s best to take it with a grain of salt.
Still, based on the details below, if it does turn out to be true, From Software could have another epic action hit on its hands, even if it may not be in the same vein as Bloodborne. The details are as follows:
- Ancient Aztec/Mayan/tribal aesthetic.
• Emphasis on hand-to-hand combat techniques and “martial art styles”.
• Traditional melee weapons still in (i.e. clubs), but they won’t have a major focus; weapon-based movesets are gone.
• Instead, players will customize and personalize their hand-to-hand movesets and fighting styles, there is customization for weapon fighting styles as well, however. (This kinda-sorta sounds like Nioh to me, with the weapon skill trees and such, just my personal opinion).
• Is the “Souls-like, dark fantasy, familiar” game Miyazaki mentioned when interviewed about the future of From Software. Armored Core and a “strange for From Software” game were the other 2 mentioned.
• Collaboration between Sony Japan and From Software (it’s the Sony exclusive title).
Again, this can’t be confirmed as of yet, as Sony nor From Software have said anything on the title, and probably won’t until E3 rolls around next month. Still, the idea of a Souls-like experience, but with a new aesthetic and plenty of combat possibilities, does sound like it’ll be pretty damn sweet. Not to mention the fact that Bloodborne 2 could still happen down the road, after this title comes out and gains a lot of traction.
Whatever the case, we’ll inform you of whatever Sony reveals next month at the event, so be sure to check back for more details. And you could always go back and try to beat the original Bloodborne again in the meantime. On New Game +, mind you.
