The reality of a visually enhanced Bloodborne on PC is inching closer, and it is all thanks to the efforts of dedicated modders and emulation technology. The game has yet to see an official PC release and fans have turned to PS4 emulation to get the job done. A significant milestone has been reached with the release of the first version of the Bloodborne Upgraded Texture pack, alongside recent graphical improvements and stability a few days ago.
Created by renowned Souls series modder Fromsoftwserve, this pack introduces 2x upscaled textures for the Hunter’s Dream, the game’s central hub. While the impact on performance is expected due to the limitations of current emulation, the release marks a crucial step towards a fan-made remaster with improved visuals and potentially enhanced gameplay.
Emulation and a new texture pack
The texture pack can be downloaded from Nexus Mods, offering players a taste of what a visually upgraded Bloodborne could look like. As emulation technology continues to evolve, it’s likely that future versions of the texture pack will expand to other areas of the game, providing a more comprehensive visual overhaul.
While modders are actively working to enhance Bloodborne, emulation progress is also making strides. As demonstrated in a recent video shared by BrutalSam, the game is running surprisingly well in several locations without the need for reshade or FPS boost hacks. These modifications, which involve removing visual elements to increase framerate, are no longer necessary thanks to the emulator’s growing capabilities.
The combination of modders’ efforts and advancements in emulation technology is bringing a fan-made Bloodborne remaster closer to reality. While there may still be challenges to overcome, the progress made so far is undeniably exciting for fans of the game. As the project continues to evolve, players can look forward to a more visually stunning and enjoyable Bloodborne experience. FromSoftware (the game’s original devs) remains silent on an official PC port, so fans are excited to see how far the modding and emulation communities can go.
