The gaming community, particularly fans of the Soulslike genre, is abuzz with rumors of a potential remake for the acclaimed Dark Souls series. These speculations have gained traction following a dubious post on the social media platform X.
The original Dark Souls, released in 2011, was instrumental in launching developer FromSoftware into mainstream success, building upon the foundations of their earlier titles like Demon’s Souls and Armored Core. The franchise expanded with Dark Souls II and Dark Souls III, and further cemented its legacy with beloved titles such as Bloodborne and Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, ultimately leading to the highly successful Elden Ring in 2022.
Approximately 15 years after the debut of Dark Souls and a decade after the release of Dark Souls III, a prominent gaming YouTuber has asserted that a Dark Souls Trilogy Remake is currently in development. While the prospect isn’t entirely out of the question, especially considering the Demon’s Souls remake in 2020, Souls enthusiasts are advised to approach this report with a healthy dose of skepticism, given its limited substantiation.
Shirakko, a popular YouTuber known for their no-commentary walkthroughs, boss fight showcases, and ending explorations, boasts over 2.5 million subscribers. On May 3rd, Shirakko posted on X, stating: “Dark Souls Trilogy Remake in development. A reputable source from my mirror reports.” This brief announcement, devoid of further details, has already garnered significant attention, with the post nearing one million views and prompting numerous articles discussing the possibility of new Dark Souls remakes, all based solely on this tweet.
The feasibility of a Dark Souls trilogy remake presents several considerations. The franchise’s immense popularity would undoubtedly translate into substantial profits for publisher Bandai Namco. However, the crucial question revolves around the developer. FromSoftware is reportedly engaged with a Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive titled The Duskbloods, and Bluepoint Games, the studio behind the Demon’s Souls remake, was reportedly shut down by Sony in March.
The topic of Bloodborne also remains pertinent, as its dedicated fanbase has long expressed a strong desire for a port or remake of the PlayStation 4 exclusive. With an upcoming animated adaptation of Bloodborne in the works, produced by YouTuber JackSepticEye, there may be more immediate grounds for a new Bloodborne project compared to the more readily available Dark Souls series.
While it is understandable to feel hopeful, especially when a community collectively voices its desire for a specific title, it is prudent to exercise caution regarding unsubstantiated claims. Passionate fan advocacy can indeed lead to desired outcomes over time, but it’s important to discern fact from speculation, particularly when considering fan projects.
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The Soulslike gaming community is currently abuzz with excitement and discussion over alleged remakes of the iconic Dark Souls franchise. These rumors originated from a single, rather questionable post on the platform X.
Dark Souls, upon its 2011 release, sparked the creation of a now-vast fanbase and significantly boosted the success of developer FromSoftware, following their earlier titles like Demon’s Souls and Armored Core which had received only moderate attention at the time. Since the first game, Dark Souls II and Dark Souls III have been released, alongside similar experiences like Bloodborne and Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, culminating in the massively popular 2022 release, Elden Ring.
Nearly 15 years after the original Dark Souls and a decade after Dark Souls III, a gaming YouTuber has claimed that a Dark Souls Trilogy Remake is under development. While this possibility cannot be entirely dismissed, especially given the 2020 remake of Demon’s Souls, fans of the Souls series may want to approach this report, or lack thereof, with a degree of skepticism.
Shirakko, a no-commentary gaming YouTuber with over 2.5 million subscribers, primarily focuses on comprehensive video game walkthroughs, boss fight demonstrations, and ending showcases. In a post on X on May 3rd, Shirakko stated, “Dark Souls Trilogy Remake in development. A reputable source from my mirror reports.”
This was the entirety of Shirakko’s statement, and it appears to have been sufficient to ignite widespread discussion. As of this writing, the post has garnered nearly one million views, close to a thousand reposts, and has been the subject of multiple articles speculating about potential new Dark Souls remakes, with this single tweet serving as the sole source. Almost a day after making their claim, Shirakko posted again, saying, “I love the internet,” leaving the interpretation of their intent open to the reader.
Several factors are worth considering when discussing remakes of the Dark Souls trilogy. Undeniably, the franchise is immensely successful and would undoubtedly generate significant revenue for publisher Bandai Namco if such a project were to proceed. The crucial question, however, is *who* would develop them. FromSoftware is reportedly working on a Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive titled The Duskbloods, and Bluepoint Games, the studio responsible for the Demon’s Souls remake, was reportedly shut down by Sony this past March.
Bloodborne is another significant aspect of this discussion. Fans of the PlayStation 4 exclusive have been clamoring for a port or remake for years. With an animated adaptation of the game on the horizon, produced by the well-known YouTuber JackSepticEye, there may be more immediate reasons to anticipate a new Bloodborne title than for the more accessible Dark Souls series.
There is certainly nothing wrong with maintaining hope. As a community, generating sufficient demand for a requested title can sometimes lead to its realization. However, it is advisable to exercise caution regarding any fan-driven projects that may arise in the interim.