Demon's Souls is an action role-playing video game FromSoftware and released in 2009 for the PlayStation 3 . It is the first installment in the Souls series, which also includes Dark Souls , Bloodborne , and Sekiro . The game takes place in the cursed kingdom of Boletaria , where the player must face demonic creatures and deadly traps.
In 2020, a remake version of Demon's Souls was launched exclusively for PlayStation 5 , made by Bluepoint Games . This remake features improved graphics, optimized performance , adjustable difficulty modes and enriched online features. It was hailed by critics and gamers as one of the best games of the new console generation .
But what about a possible release on PC ? Will Demon's Souls fans be able to enjoy the remake on their computer ? What are the chances of this happening? What information is available on this subject? This is what we will see in this article.
Demon's Souls on PC: a possibility mentioned then denied
During the presentation of the Demon's Souls remake on PS5 in September 2020, a trailer sowed doubt among PC players. Indeed, at the end of the trailer, we could read the mention “ Also available on PC ”, which suggested that the game would also be released on this platform.
However, this was a communications error , quickly corrected by Sony. The Japanese giant claimed that Demon's Souls was a PS5 exclusive, and that the PC mention was a human error.
Since then, no official announcement has been made regarding a possible release of Demon's Souls on PC. The game therefore remains exclusive to the PS5, at least for the moment . But does this mean that there is no hope of seeing the remake of the cult game on our computers? Not necessarily. There are indeed some reasons to believe that a PC version could see the light of day in the future .
Demon's Souls PC remake: when and how?
If Demon's Souls were to be released on PC , we would probably have to wait a while before seeing the game land on this platform. Indeed, Sony has an interest in keeping the game as a PS5 exclusive for a while, in order to push players to “ more ” buy its next generation console .
It is therefore likely that Demon's Souls will not be released on PC until at least two years, if not three, after its release on PS5. This would match the delay seen for the PC ports of Horizon Zero Dawn or Days Gone , which were released three years and two years after their PS4 release, respectively.
Basically, there is no official release date for Demon's Souls PC remake .
As for how Demon's Souls would release on PC, there are several possibilities. The game could be available on Steam , the most popular distribution platform on PC , as is the case for Horizon Zero Dawn or Days Gone . It could also be exclusive to the Epic Games Store , the competing platform which often offers advantageous deals to developers.
It could finally be distributed by the PlayStation Store , Sony's online service, which could launch on PC in the future. And yes, Sony recently filed a trademark for the PlayStation PC , which suggests that it is preparing an offer dedicated to PC gamers
Demon's Souls PC remake: the possibility of having it sooner than expected?
If the announcement of Demon's Souls PC remake was denied by Sony, another source revived speculation in September 2021. This is a leak coming from the database of Nvidia's GeForce Now service, which allows you to Stream PC games .
This leak revealed a list of games that are said to be available or planned for GeForce Now , including several titles exclusive to the PS5 . Among them, we find Demon's Souls, but also Returnal , Ghost of Tsushima , Ratchet & Clank and Horizon Forbidden West .
Nvidia claimed that this list was purely speculative and did not reflect the publishers' actual plans. However, since this leak, at least 10 games from the list have been announced or confirmed for PC . It is therefore possible that some others will follow the same path.
Demon's Souls on PC: reasons to hope
The first reason to hope for a release of Demon's Souls on PC is that Sony seems to have changed its strategy regarding its exclusives. Indeed, the manufacturer recently ported some of its flagship games to PC, such as Horizon Zero Dawn or Days Gone . He also announced that other titles would follow, such as Uncharted 4 or God of War.
These ports allowed Sony to reach a new audience and generate additional revenue. It is therefore not impossible that Sony decides to do the same with Demon's Souls , which is a game in high demand among PC players .
The second reason to hope for a PC release of Demon's Souls is that the game is not developed by Sony , but by Bluepoint Games. This studio is independent and has already worked on multiplatform games, such as Shadow of the Colossus or Metal Gear Solid HD Collection .
It is therefore possible that Bluepoint Games has the necessary rights to port Demon's Souls to PC Sony 's agreement . Moreover, the studio was recently acquired by Sony, which could facilitate negotiations between the two parties.
The third reason to hope for a PC release of Demon's Souls is that the original game is already playable on PC thanks to an emulator . This is RPCS3 software, which allows you to run PS3 games on a computer . Thanks to this emulator, it is possible to play Demon's Souls with improved resolution and framerate , as well as with mods that add functionality or aesthetic elements.
However, you need to have a fairly powerful configuration to run the game properly , and you also need to have a legal copy of the PS3 game. Additionally, emulation is not perfect and may result in bugs or compatibility issues. It is therefore obvious that an official PC version would be preferable, both for players and developers.
What configuration to play Demon's Souls on PC?
At the moment, there is no official version of Demon's Souls on PC . The only way to play the game on PC is to use a PS3 emulator , like RPCS3. However, this method is not authorized by Sony and requires having an original copy of the game on PS3 .
To run Demon's Souls on RPCS3 , you must have a 64-bit operating system, Windows 7, 8 or 10, or Linux or BSD . You also need the Visual C++ 2019 Redistributable , which can be downloaded here. You must also have a processor with 6 cores or more, a graphics card compatible with Vulkan and at least 4 GB of RAM .
In the emulator settings, you must choose Vulkan Write Color Buffers option and deactivate the framerate limit . You also have to set the resolution to 720p by default , but you can increase the resolution scale up to 4K. Finally, you need to install patches to improve the performance and stability of the game.
What are the differences between Demon's Souls on PC and console?
If you play Demon's Souls on PC with the RPCS3 emulator , you will find the original game from 2009, with the same graphics , the same sound and the same gameplay as on PS3. However, you will be able to benefit from some improvements , such as a higher resolution, a more stable or higher framerate with the 60 fps patch , or even mods which modify certain aspects of the game. You will also be able to use a controller of your choice, or even play with keyboard and mouse if you want.
If you play Demon's Souls on PS5 , you will discover the remake of the game made by Bluepoint Games , which offers a complete overhaul of the original game. The remake offers stunning graphics in native 4K and HDR , a re-orchestrated soundtrack with 3D sound effects, gameplay improvements such as the ability to change classes at will , choose between two graphics modes (cinematic or performance) , or even use the features of the DualSense controller .
The remake also adds new content, such as weapons, armor, rings or hidden objects in the game. Finally, the remake benefits from a more stable and smoother online mode than the original game , with the possibility of play cooperatively or PvP with up to six players simultaneously.
