Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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A full year on since we last tested the ShadPS4 emulator, Bloodborne's optimisation has come along leaps and bounds with new features helping to smooth out a 60FPS (and higher) experience on a desktop PC. Most standout of all though is the emulator's ability to run on a handheld system - like the ROG Xbox Ally X - where it's possible to hit 60fps, albeit with some hitches. Tom digs into the state of Bloodborne's emulation today, and also returns to its impressive mod scene.

Read our articles:
digitalfoundry.net/news/2026/01/bloodborne-pc-emulation-can-now-exceed-4k-at-60fps-and-its-brilliant
digitalfoundry.net/news/2026/01/rog-xbox-ally-x-runs-emulated-bloodborne-faster-than-ps4-and-ps5-back-compat

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00:00 Overview
02:54 ShadPS4 Settings
06:14 Is 4K at 60FPS Viable?
07:57 Bloodborne at Over 60FPS
10:15 Handheld ROG Xbox Ally X Testing
14:20 Shadows of the Hunt Mod
18:48 Verdict