Best PS5 Games Like Bloodborne

In March 2025, Bloodborne will turn 10 years old. FromSoftware’s Soulslike masterpiece is rightfully hailed as one of the best games on the PS4, and the PS5’s backward compatibility means the 2015 title runs on Sony’s latest console. However, Bloodborne has remained a one-and-done deal (not counting The Old Hunters expansion), with FromSoftware and Sony providing little indication that a return to Yharnam could be on the cards. Since the arrival of the PS5, Soulslike fans have wanted to see this Lovecraftian epic receive a remaster or, at the very least, a 60 FPS patch. Neither of these things have transpired yet.

Due to its popularity, one has to assume that Bloodborne will eventually make its official comeback in some form or another, but it is anybody’s guess when this moment will arrive. In the meantime, there is always the option to scour the PlayStation Store in search of PS5 games like Bloodborne. Despite Soulslikes being pretty easy to come by, very few titles scratch a similar itch to FromSoftware’s magnum opus.

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Remnant 2

Losomn Seems Ripped Right Out Of Bloodborne

Soulslike

Third-Person Shooter

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Known as the third-person shooter Soulslike, Remnant 2 mostly succeeds in improving upon its predecessor’s ideas, delivering an experience that shines in co-op but is also viable in single-player. Through limited implementation of procedural generation, playthrough should vary enough to warrant more than one run, especially for players who want to make sure they see everything the game has to offer.

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Now, Remnant 2 plays quite differently from most other Soulslikes, including Bloodborne. Naturally, the game focuses on ranged attacks, with melee being a secondary option or prioritized by a specific archetype. In some ways, this design choice is the inverse of Bloodborne, which emphasizes melee while employing guns as a secondary option.

During the campaign, players will eventually visit Losomn, an atmospheric Victorian hellscape that could have easily been part of Yharnam.

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Nioh 2

A Soulslike That Demands Aggression And Proactive Play

Team Ninja is responsible for some of the best action games of the 21st century, and the developer has spent a good chunk of time carving out a unique take on the Soulslike formula. While sharing similarities with FromSoftware’s titles, Team Ninja’s releases have their own identity, usually opting for faster-paced combat, way more loot, and mission-based levels rather than sprawling worlds (except for Rise of the Ronin). They also tend to blend history with fantasy. All the company’s recent projects are worth playing, but Nioh 2 represents Team Ninja’s modern peak.

Starting during the 16th century and covering about 75 years, Nioh 2 reimagines Sengoku Era Japan through a supernatural lens, blending real-life figures with mythological Yokai. While the actual story is hard to follow and not that great, Nioh 2‘s lore and incorporation of historical events are fascinating. More importantly, the combat system is not only fantastic but also rewards aggressive play, similar to Bloodborne. This is not a Soulslike that allows players to hide behind shields, and it gives them plenty of tools to handle the many, many difficult bosses that await them. Nioh 2 also has surprisingly effective guns.

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Darkest Dungeon 2

Rich In Atmosphere And Grotesque Eldritch Monstrosities

Tactical

Strategy

Roguelite

Dungeon Crawler

Released

May 8, 2023

Developer(s)

Red Hook Studios

Red Hook Studios’ Darkest Dungeon is a must-play for Bloodborne fans craving a tough-as-nails title that has a similar vibe and setting, as long as they also enjoy turn-based combat. The original title does not have a native PS5 version, but its sequel was released directly on Sony’s most recent console.

Darkest Dungeon 2 challenges players to lead a stagecoach with four heroes through a vile and hostile world, taking on a wide assortment of creative enemies as they try to make it to the top of The Mountain. If their party is wiped out, they must start from scratch, although some unlockables persist from run to run. The roguelike elements can be reminiscent of Bloodborne‘s Chalice Dungeons, albeit executed to a better degree.

While the combat system is complex, challenging, and nuanced, this recommendation is primarily driven by DD2‘s presentation, atmosphere, and lore. Red Hook’s art style screams Victorian horror, and a few of the boss enemies could take starring roles in Lovecraftian nightmares. The storytelling also shares similarities with Soulslikes, drip-feeding elements through character insights and environmental details rather than utilizing conventional means.

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Thymesia

Bloodborne Vibe, Sekiro Combat

Released

August 15, 2022

Developer(s)

OverBorder Studio

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Thymesia is divisive, as most non-FromSoftware Soulslikes tend to be. That said, for what is a relatively small-scale release, the game has quite a few positives in its favor. Bloodborne fans will primarily want to consider Thymesia due to its immersive Victorian-esque setting, with the story taking place in a ruined kingdom that has fallen due to the abuse of magic, leading to a plague. Players control Corvus, a plague doctor who is pretty good with a sword.

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Now, Thymesia‘s parry-driven combat shares way more similarities with Sekiro than Bloodborne, so interested parties should ideally be big fans of the former as well. The gameplay moves at a relentless pace, especially since Corvus is not restricted by a stamina bar and can technically attack indefinitely (although he will be stopped by enemies).

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The Last Faith

A Decent 2D Metroidvania With A Bloodborne-Style Aesthetic

Released

November 15, 2023

Developer(s)

Playstack

The Last Faith is arguably the closest a PS5 game comes to being a 2D Bloodborne. The game’s Victorian setting, small but versatile weapon selection, and cryptic storytelling are taken directly from the Souls playbook, and they are executed to a respectable degree.

“Respectable” is the best word to describe The Last Faith, as it does most things well without necessarily excelling or innovating. It is simply a well-done indie Metroidvania that takes inspiration from Soulslikes in its combat and storytelling. The world and visual style are similar to Bloodborne, and the same can be said for the combat, which is built around a small pool of melee weapons alongside ranged attacks like guns and magic.

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Lies Of P

More Than Just Bloodborne Starring Pinocchio

Released

September 19, 2023

Developer(s)

Round8 Studio, Neowiz

Ending with the most obvious pick, Lies of P screamed “Bloodborne” from its reveal, and the game somehow managed to live up to those high expectations. More impressively and importantly, Neowiz and Round8 took inspiration from FromSoftware but still succeeded in sharpening a one-of-a-kind voice that will hopefully be expanded over the coming years, starting with an upcoming prequel expansion.

Rather than a Victorian aesthetic, Lies of P blends fairy tales (Pinocchio) with France’s La Belle Époque era, creating a beautiful world that is periodically haunting. While not extremely similar to Bloodborne, the game still has a rich atmosphere that is supported by detailed environments, consistent enemy designs, and relevant NPCs. The combat system is cut from the same cloth as Bloodborne, which means aggressive melee action supported by a responsive dodge and sporadic parrying. Along with having a fairly big base armory, including boss weapons, Lies of P permits players to customize loadouts by combining blades and handles, allowing for a wide range of options.

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