After more than a decade since its release, Bloodborne is making a comeback, not as a video game sequel, but as an animated film produced by popular YouTuber JackSepticEye.
At CinemaCon 2026, Sony surprised fans by announcing an R-rated animated feature film inspired by the critically acclaimed 2015 title from FromSoftware. The project is set to be produced by JackSepticEye, whose real name is Seán McLoughlin.
The announcement was unexpected, with few other details revealed. It remains unclear if the film will be set in Yharnam, the game’s original setting, or who will be directing, writing, or voicing the characters. Sanford Panitch, President of Sony Pictures Entertainment Motion Picture Group, assured attendees that the film would honor the legacy of Bloodborne, which follows a Hunter battling terrifying creatures.
This animated adaptation is a collaborative effort by PlayStation Productions, Lyrical Animation, and McLoughlin himself. Lyrical Media is co-financing the project with Sony Pictures. McLoughlin, a self-proclaimed fan of the game, expressed his excitement on Reddit, vowing to make it the “BEST Bloodborne adaptation possible” due to his deep love for the game and its passionate fanbase.
However, the announcement has been met with mixed reactions from fans. Many on Reddit voiced their disappointment, with some questioning if it was an April Fool’s joke. A common sentiment is the desire for a PC port of the original game with a 60fps update, with some fans hoping this film announcement might indirectly lead to such improvements.
Sony’s decision to involve a prominent YouTuber could be influenced by the recent success of Markiplier’s feature film, Iron Lung. With McLoughlin lacking formal film credentials beyond YouTube content, this venture represents a unique approach to adapting a beloved video game.
The Bloodborne animated film has just been announced, and further information is expected to be released in the near future.
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After more than a decade since its release, Bloodborne is making a comeback, not as a video game sequel, but as an animated film produced by popular YouTuber JackSepticEye.
At CinemaCon 2026, Sony surprised fans by announcing an R-rated animated feature film inspired by the critically acclaimed 2015 title from FromSoftware. The project is set to be produced by JackSepticEye, whose real name is Seán McLoughlin.
The announcement was unexpected, with few other details revealed. It remains unclear if the film will be set in Yharnam, the game’s original setting, or who will be directing, writing, or voicing the characters. Sanford Panitch, President of Sony Pictures Entertainment Motion Picture Group, assured attendees that the film would honor the legacy of Bloodborne, which follows a Hunter battling terrifying creatures.
This animated adaptation is a collaborative effort by PlayStation Productions, Lyrical Animation, and McLoughlin himself. Lyrical Media is co-financing the project with Sony Pictures. McLoughlin, a self-proclaimed fan of the game, expressed his excitement on Reddit, vowing to make it the “BEST Bloodborne adaptation possible” due to his deep love for the game and its passionate fanbase.
However, the announcement has been met with mixed reactions from fans. Many on Reddit voiced their disappointment, with some questioning if it was an April Fool’s joke. A common sentiment is the desire for a PC port of the original game with a 60fps update, with some fans hoping this film announcement might indirectly lead to such improvements.
Sony’s decision to involve a prominent YouTuber could be influenced by the recent success of Markiplier’s feature film, Iron Lung. With McLoughlin lacking formal film credentials beyond YouTube content, this venture represents a unique approach to adapting a beloved video game.
The Bloodborne animated film has just been announced, and further information is expected to be released in the near future.