PS5 Demon's Souls Dev Secretly on Original PlayStation Game

Bluepoint Games, the developer behind the acclaimed Demon's Souls PS5 remake, is confirming its ongoing commitment to an original PlayStation project despite industry-wide studio closures and lay-offs. Following its acquisition by Sony in 2021, Bluepoint deviated from its renowned remastering work to develop a brand-new game. Peter Dalton, Bluepoint's head of technology, reiterated on social media that the project remains in progress, emphasizing the time needed to refine their skills. Bluepoint's pivot to original content is seen as a significant step in the studio's evolution, leveraging the extensive development experience of its team.

Bluepoint Games is working on an original PlayStation game, marking a departure from their established reputation for creating remakes and remasters.

Bluepoint Games has previously earned significant accolades for its remaster and remake projects, including the Demon's Souls remake, the Metal Gear Solid HD Collection, and Uncharted: The Nathan Drake Collection. Their transition to developing original titles comes after their acquisition by Sony in 2021, reflecting the studio's broader capabilities and ambition to innovate within the gaming industry. The specifics of the new game remain unknown, but fans remain eager given Bluepoint's impressive track record.