Sony Cracks Down on Bloodborne Fan Projects with Aggressive Takedowns

Background:

Lilith Walther, the creator behind "Bloodborne Kart" and "Bloodborne PSX," has faced legal scrutiny from Sony.

Bloodborne PSX Takedown:

* Sony's copyright enforcer, MarkScan, issued a DMCA takedown notice against Walther's Bloodborne PSX YouTube video and Itch.io page.
* MarkScan alleged copyright infringement, labeling Walther's actions as "digital piracy."

Previous Controversy:

* Sony previously forced Walther to rename "Bloodborne Kart" to "Nightmare Kart" due to branding issues.
* MarkScan also removed a 60 fps patch compatible with the ShadPS4 emulator.

Overzealous Enforcement:

* Sony's approach has been criticized for being overly aggressive, especially considering its past tolerance of Bloodborne Kart.
* PC Gamer's Ted Litchfield notes that Sony's argument against the 60 fps patch conflicts with established consumer rights to modify non-commercial software.

Speculation and Implications:

* Some speculate that Sony's takedowns may indicate plans for an official Bloodborne PC release.
* However, it is argued that Sony should engage with the fan community before resorting to heavy-handed tactics.
* The actions raise concerns about the preservation and accessibility of fan-made content in the gaming industry.