Bloodborne video game adaptation announced as animated film co-produced by YouTuber Jacksepticeye
At CinemaCon 2026 in Las Vegas, an animated film based on the 2015 video game Bloodborne was revealed. The project, co-produced by YouTube star Jacksepticeye (Seán McLoughlin), is a collaboration between Sony Pictures and PlayStation Productions, with a focus on preserving the essence of the game. Bloodborne, developed by FromSoftware, is renowned for its intricate combat mechanics and its dark Victorian atmosphere. While fans have been eager for a sequel, FromSoftware has shifted its attention to other projects, such as Elden Ring, which is also set to be adapted into a film. McLoughlin shared his enthusiasm on Instagram. Additionally, attendees were treated to a trailer for Spider-Man: Brand New Day, starring Tom Holland and Zendaya, along with previews of Aaron Sorkin's The Social Reckoning and Jumanji: Open World.
Key facts
- Bloodborne video game adaptation announced as animated film
- Co-produced by YouTuber Jacksepticeye (Seán McLoughlin)
- Developed by Sony Pictures and PlayStation Productions
- Announced at CinemaCon 2026 in Las Vegas
- Bloodborne is a 2015 action role-playing game by FromSoftware
- Game is considered one of the best video games of all time
- No sequel has been made despite fan demand
- FromSoftware has focused on other titles like Elden Ring
Entities
Artists
- Jacksepticeye
- Seán McLoughlin
- Tom Holland
- Zendaya
- Aaron Sorkin
- Jeremy Strong
- Mikey Madison
- Jeremy Allen White
- Sierra Capri
- Dwayne Johnson
- Kevin Hart
- Jack Black
- Robin Williams
- Markiplier
Institutions
- FromSoftware
- Sony Pictures
- PlayStation Productions
- CinemaCon
- Variety
- BBC
- YouTube
- Wall Street Journal
- Succession
- The Bear
- On My Block
Locations
- Las Vegas
- United States
- Japan