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A first-time player overcomes self-doubt about who can tackle Soulslike games, battles through brutal early combat in Dark Souls Remastered, learns timing and enemy patterns, and ultimately defeats bosses like Taurus Demon and finishes the game—discovering that perseverance and learning are the game’s real lessons.
Hong Kong–based Oasis Management has acquired an 8.86% stake in Kadokawa (over 13 million shares), signaling intent to push governance changes aimed at boosting shareholder returns; the move comes after Oasis previously pressed Nintendo on monetization ideas, and Kadokawa’s holdings include game studios such as FromSoftware, Spike Chunsoft and Acquire, potentially giving the investor influence across gaming and entertainment interests.
Bloomberg reports Bluepoint pitched a Bloodborne remake in early 2025; Sony appeared to approve, but FromSoftware reportedly vetoed the project, with Hidetaka Miyazaki preferring to oversee a remake himself, making one unlikely in the near future.
Bloomberg reports Bluepoint Games pitched a Bloodborne remake in early 2025, but FromSoftware reportedly rejected it; the piece also notes Bluepoint’s broader struggles within Sony, including a canceled God of War live-service project and other pitched remakes like Shadow of the Colossus that never got greenlit. By February 2026 the studio had been without a new project for over a year and announced its closure, with staff exploring opportunities elsewhere.
Bloomberg reports Bluepoint pitched a Bloodborne remake to FromSoftware in early 2025; FromSoftware reportedly declined the project, not Sony. Afterward, Bluepoint allegedly proposed updates like Shadow of the Colossus and a Ghost of Tsushima spin-off, both reportedly turned down, with the report noting Sony had recently shut Bluepoint down.
Nintendo has announced a Partner Direct focused on Switch 2 and third‑party releases, airing tomorrow at 2pm UK time with about 30 minutes of upcoming Switch titles. The event is expected to include potential details on Elden Ring on Switch 2 (Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition) and updates on The Duskbloods, a PvPvE title, alongside other partner announcements from FromSoftware and collaborators.
Arc Raiders will add a Toxic Swamp map event next week, according to raider trials, with observers noting possible FromSoftware-inspired design cues from Embark.
Bloodborne is a “special game” to Hidetaka Miyazaki and “the strongest reflection” of his personal approach to game design, shaped by a challenging development cycle and his own storytelling, world-building, and gameplay ideas. The piece underscores Bloodborne’s enduring cult appeal, its PS4 exclusivity, and fan interest in a remake or PC port, while noting that a sequel remains unconfirmed.
FromSoftware announced the Elden Ring Nightreign expansion, The Forsaken Hollows, releasing on December 4, 2025, for PS5, featuring two new classes (Scholar and Undertaker), two bosses, and a new map event in the Great Hollow area. The DLC is included with the Deluxe Edition and available as an upgrade for base game owners.
Elden Ring Nightreign, a successful co-op spin-off of Elden Ring, will receive a major DLC by April 2026, with additional expansions planned for 2026, promising new content such as maps, quests, and bosses.
Kadokawa announced that FromSoftware's Elden Ring Nightreign DLC is expected to be released by March 2026, along with other titles like the Duskbloods and the Tarnished Edition for Nintendo Switch 2, as part of their ongoing development pipeline.
Elden Ring Nightreign will receive its first paid DLC by April 2026, featuring a new map, character classes, and bosses, aiming to revive player interest and expand the game’s content, with additional related projects planned for 2026.
Loulan: The Cursed Sand is an upcoming PS5 exclusive developed by a team with veteran talent from Sony Santa Monica, FromSoftware, and PlatinumGames, featuring a skeletal warrior protagonist exploring the lost kingdom of Loulan with a blend of classic arcade combat and modern gameplay innovations. The game is supported by Sony's China Hero Project, but no release date has been announced yet.
The port of Elden Ring for Nintendo Switch 2, called Tarnished Edition, has been delayed until 2026 to allow for performance adjustments, pushing back its original 2025 release plan.
FromSoftware announced a new challenging mode called Deep of Night for Elden Ring Nightreign, launching tomorrow, featuring tougher enemies, new weapons, relics, and the potential appearance of Everdark Sovereigns, enhancing the game's difficulty and strategy.