PS5 Modders Unlock Native 4K and 100+ FPS in Bloodborne

Modders have pushed the PlayStation 5 to deliver native 4K resolution and frame rates exceeding 100 FPS in Bloodborne. This technical demonstration highlights the console's ability to run the classic title with significantly enhanced performance compared to its original release. The achievement relies on custom modifications that alter how the hardware processes the game's data.

Technical demonstration highlights console potential despite lack of official support

The modding effort targets the core processing units of the PlayStation 5 to maximize their potential. It forces the CPU and GPU clocks to run at their maximum frequency at all times. This constant high clock speed ensures that the hardware does not throttle during demanding scenes within the game.

• Resolution: Native 4K
• Frame Rate: 100+ FPS
• Frame Rate: 120Hz VRR
• Memory: Extra 4GB RAM
• CPU/GPU: Max frequency

A key component of this performance boost is the utilization of an additional 4GB of RAM. This extra memory allows the mod to handle higher resolution textures and more complex rendering tasks without stalling. The system can maintain stable performance even when pushing the visual fidelity to its limits.

Digital Foundry analyzed the modded build and confirmed its technical stability across different resolutions. The game runs at native 4K with a locked 30 FPS frame rate and eliminates the frame pacing issues present in the original version. At 1080p, the frame rate climbs into the 100 FPS range, offering a much smoother experience. With an unlocked framerate at 1440p using 120Hz VRR, the game generally stays above 60 FPS. Despite these capabilities, Sony and FromSoftware have shown no interest in developing an official remaster for the title.