Bloodborne: Animated film announced with JackSepticEye

Sony Pictures has announced an R-rated animated film based on the popular game Bloodborne, developed by FromSoftware. The announcement is an exciting development for fans of the game, and the project is being produced by JackSepticEye, a well-known YouTuber, PlayStation Productions, and Lyrical Animation. The film promises a dark and thrilling take on the world of Bloodborne, with a hunter taking on beasts in the city of Yharnam.

The role of JackSepticEye

Seán McLoughlin, better known as JackSepticEye, has shared his enthusiasm for the project. He sees his role not just as a producer, but as someone with a long history and love for both Bloodborne and animation. During the 2026 Gaming BAFTA awards, he spoke about his experience with animation and his vision for the film. JackSepticEye said he wants to preserve the authentic feel of the game and will do his best to capture that same tone and atmosphere in the film.

No plot details revealed

So far, no specific plot details have been shared. Fans are speculating about what to expect, but it seems clear the story will focus on the hunter and the challenges they must face in the dangerous world of Yharnam. The lack of plot details has sparked some anticipation, but also curiosity about how the filmmakers will translate the game’s obvious horror and action elements into animation.

Financing and production

The film is being co-financed by Lyrical Media alongside Sony Pictures, showing that significant resources and attention are being put into the project. The collaboration with established production companies points to a serious effort to make a high-quality animated film that does justice to the original source material.

Despite the positive reception to the announcement, some fans are skeptical about JackSepticEye taking on a producing role. However, he has made it clear that his motivation as a fan of the game comes from a desire to faithfully capture the rich atmosphere and world of Bloodborne. He has also said he is open to producing more video game adaptations in the future, which is a promising prospect for fans of game-to-film projects.

With this project, those involved hope to reach a new generation and deliver a unique experience that appeals to both fans of the game and fans of animation. Expectations are high, and Bloodborne fans are eagerly awaiting more information about this promising animated film.