Stellar Blade is an action-adventure game developed by Shift-Up Studios and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment for the PS5. Stay updated with the latest news and developments about the game!
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Stellar Blade News
2025
April 9
⚫︎ SHIFT UP, the developer behind Stellar Blade, has partnered with JND Studios to launch pre-orders for 1/3 scale hyper-realistic figures of characters EVE and Tachy. The Dual version, priced at $3,599, sold out within minutes, while the individual EVE figure, priced at $2,199, still has limited stock available. These stunning collectibles are set to be released in Q3 2026.
Read more: Stellar Blade Skin Suit Figures Sell Out in Minutes (Game8)
April 9
⚫︎ JND Studios, in collaboration with Shift-Up, announced the production of officially licensed, hyper-realistic figurines of Stellar Blade's protagonist Eve and the eighth boss Tachy. The project was initially unveiled in July 2024, and on April 8, 2025, JND confirmed the characters to be featured. These figures are slated for release later this year.
Read more: Stellar Blade to Feature Official Hyper-Realistic Eve and Tachy Figures (Automaton)
February 12
⚫︎ During the latest State of Play, Shift Up revealed that Stellar Blade will be available on PC starting June 2025. Additionally, the Goddess of Victory: Nikke DLC, featuring a new boss battle, collectible items, and a new outfit, will also launch in the same month.
Read more: Stellar Blade PC Release and Nikke DLC Scheduled for June 2025 (Noisy Pixel)
January 6
⚫︎ To celebrate the successful launch of Stellar Blade in 2023, Shift Up Studio has gifted each employee a PlayStation 5 Pro console along with a collective monetary bonus of ¥1,000,000 (approximately $32,000). This gesture underscores the studio's commitment to fostering talent following their acclaimed debut on the PlayStation 5.
Read more: Stellar Blade Developer Rewards Staff with PS5 Pro and Bonuses (The Gamer)
2024
December 17
⚫︎ Stellar Blade's protagonist, Eve, clinched the Best New Character award at the PlayStation Blog's Game of the Year 2024 Awards. Eve outshone competitors such as Jane Harrow from Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Emmrich Volkarin from Dragon Age: The Veilguard, alongside other notable mentions like Strohl from Metaphor: ReFantazio.
Read more: Eve from Stellar Blade Wins Best New Character at PS Blog GOTY 2024 (PS Blog)
December 16
⚫︎ Stellar Blade's holiday event, starting December 17, 2024, will transform Xion with festive decorations, including lights and a Christmas tree. The event introduces new BGM tracks "Dawn (Winter)" and "Take Me Away," enhancing the in-camp ambience. Players can also enjoy a new holiday-themed mini-game with rewards upon completion.
Read more: Stellar Blade Holiday Event Features New Costumes and Mini-Game (Game8)
November 26
⚫︎ Shift Up released a patch to address issues from the Stellar Blade x Nier Automata update, which had introduced Nier Automata-themed cosmetics and a new Photo Mode. The hotfix improves Photo Mode stability, preventing crashes during in-game screenshots, and restores any missing Nier Automata outfits.
Read more: Stellar Blade Update Resolves Photo Mode and Outfit Issues (Dexerto)
November 22
⚫︎ On November 11, 2024, Shift Up's technical director Donki Lee announced two significant updates for Stellar Blade. The first is a free update (version 1.009.001) adding four new outfits, one accessory, expanded lip-sync support, and a new photo mode. The second is the launch of the first paid DLC, a crossover with NieR: Automata, developed in collaboration with Directors Kim Hyung Tae and Yoko Taro.
Read more: Stellar Blade's NieR: Automata DLC - Is It Worth the Price? (Game8)
November 18
⚫︎ Despite high hopes, Stellar Blade did not make it to the Game of the Year finalists at The Game Awards, sparking discussions on social media, particularly with the inclusion of Elden Ring's DLC. However, Stellar Blade received nominations in the Best Action Game and Best Score and Music categories, acknowledging its outstanding gameplay and soundtrack.
Read more: Stellar Blade Misses Game of the Year, Nominated in Two Categories (Esports gg)
