PlayStation to Close Bluepoint Games, Developers of Demon’s Souls Remake

Shockwaves in Gaming: Bluepoint Games Closes Its Doors

The gaming industry has faced its fair share of studio closures, but none quite as stunning as the recent decision by PlayStation to shut down Bluepoint Games. Renowned for their exceptional work on titles such as the Demon’s Souls Remake and numerous remasters of beloved franchises, this studio’s closure marks a significant turning point for the gaming community.

In an exclusive report by Jason Schreier of Bloomberg, it has been revealed that following just five years under the PlayStation Studios umbrella, all remaining 70 developers at Bluepoint Games are set to lose their jobs. This unexpected announcement has left fans and industry insiders alike questioning the motives behind this choice.

A PlayStation spokesperson commended Bluepoint Games for their exceptional talent, stating, “Bluepoint Games is an incredibly talented team and their technical expertise has delivered exceptional experiences for the PlayStation community. We thank them for their passion, creativity, and craftsmanship.”

BREAKING: PlayStation is shutting down Bluepoint Games, the studio responsible for modern remakes of classic games such as Demon’s Souls and Shadow of the Colossus, Bloomberg News has learned. A shocking end for a well-respected studio.

— Jason Schreier (@jasonschreier.bsky.social) 2026-02-19T18:45:17.298Z

Bluepoint Games achieved significant acclaim when their remake of Demon’s Souls debuted as a launch title for the PS5. Despite this success, details about the studio’s upcoming projects remained scarce. While they contributed to God of War Ragnarok, speculation swirled around potential remaster projects, including a much-anticipated Bloodborne Remaster.

Recent investigations indicate that Bluepoint was reportedly developing a live-service game based on God of War, which was ultimately canceled at the beginning of 2025. Following this setback, the studio attempted to present new project ideas to Herman Hulst and the upper management at PlayStation, but these proposals did not gain traction.

This closing comes as a particularly poignant blow for Bluepoint, which was poised to celebrate its 20th anniversary this year, having been established in 2006. The gaming community mourns not just the loss of a studio, but the incredible talent that thrived within it.

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