Sony is now the largest shareholder of Kadokawa - the parent company of From Software - the famed developer behind Bloodborne, Elden Ring, Dark Souls and many moreTech11:54, 20 Dec 2024Is it time to return to Yharnam?(Image: FromSoftware)Bloodborne's fans, there could be change on the air.The game has been stuck on PS4 since launching in 2015, but ahead of its tenth year anniversary next year there's been a surprising development.While it didn't appear at The Game Awards this month, with From Software revealing a new Elden Ring title called Nightreign instead, there are reasons to be optimistic heading into 2025.Bloodborne's twisted world is full of surprises(Image: Liverpool Echo)Sony, the company behind PlayStation, has reportedly held interest in acquiring Kadokawa, From Software's parent company, and this week became the company's largest shareholder.In a press release, Sony says it's looking to discuss specific initiatives for collaboration, such as initiatives to adapt Kadokawas IP into live-action films and TV dramas globally, co-produce anime works, expand global distribution of Kadokawa anime works through the Sony Group, further expand publishing of Kadokawa games, and develop human resources to promote and expand virtual production.Kadokawa is referring to the arrangement as a "capital and business alliance agreement", with fans hoping the Bloodborne IP may be given the chance to expand beyond the single game and DLC we have so far.This alliance is expected to not only further strengthen our IP creation capabilities, but also increase our IP media mix options with Sonys support for global expansion, allowing us to deliver our IP to more users around the world," the company's CEO, Takeshi Natsuno said.Article continues belowIf you're wondering why the original game is so revered, be sure to check out our full explainer.For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters.RECOMMENDED