Bloodborne
A hunter must hunt
Bloodborne is FromSoftware's gothic horror action RPG, featuring aggressive combat and Lovecraftian themes, exclusive to PlayStation 4.
Overview
Bloodborne (2015) is an action RPG developed by FromSoftware exclusively for PlayStation 4. Set in the Victorian Gothic city of Yharnam, it trades the defensive shield-based combat of Dark Souls for aggressive, fast-paced action with firearms and transforming weapons.
Key Features
- Rally system: Regain health by attacking after taking damage
- Trick weapons: Weapons transform between two forms
- Chalice dungeons: Procedurally generated optional areas
- Lovecraftian horror: Cosmic horror themes emerge as the game progresses
Critical Reception
Bloodborne received widespread acclaim for its atmosphere, combat system, and world design. The aggressive combat style influenced subsequent FromSoftware titles and the broader action RPG genre.