Stellar Blade is an action-adventure game developed by Shift-Up Studios and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment for the PS5. Dive into the latest news and updates about this exciting title!
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Stellar Blade News
2025
April 9
⚫︎ SHIFT UP, the creators of Stellar Blade, have partnered with JND Studios to launch pre-orders for hyper-realistic 1/3 scale figures of characters EVE and Tachy. The Dual version, priced at $3,599, sold out in mere minutes on April 18, while the individual EVE figure, at $2,199, still has limited stock available. These stunning collectibles are set to release in Q3 2026.
Read more: Stellar Blade Skin Suit Figures Sell Out in Minutes, Making Them Harder to Acquire (Game8)
April 9
⚫︎ JND Studios has announced the production of officially licensed, hyper-realistic figurines featuring Stellar Blade's protagonist Eve and the eighth boss Tachy. This collaboration with Shift-Up was initially revealed in July 2024, with the specific characters confirmed on April 8, 2025. Fans can expect these collectibles to hit the market later this year.
Read more: Stellar Blade to Launch Official Hyper-Realistic Eve and Tachy Figures (Automaton)
February 12
⚫︎ During the latest State of Play, Shift Up unveiled that Stellar Blade will be available on PC starting June 2025. Additionally, the studio confirmed the release of the Goddess of Victory: Nikke DLC in the same month, which will include a new boss battle, collectible dolls and stickers, and a new outfit.
Read more: Stellar Blade Set to Launch on PC in June 2025, Alongside Nikke DLC (Noisy Pixel)
January 6
⚫︎ Shift Up Studio has started the year on a high note by gifting every employee a PlayStation 5 Pro console and a collective bonus of ¥1,000,000 (around $32,000). This generous move comes in the wake of the studio's successful 2023 launch of Stellar Blade, their first console title on PlayStation 5, which garnered positive reviews, robust sales, and numerous nominations at The Game Awards.
Read more: Stellar Blade Developer Rewards Staff with PS5 Pro Consoles to Boost Morale (The Gamer)
2024
December 17
⚫︎ Stellar Blade's 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, Emmrich Volkarin from Dragon Age: The Veilguard, and Ryoma Sakamoto from Rise of the Rōnin. Notable write-in candidates included Strohl from Metaphor: ReFantazio, Wuk Lamat from Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail, and General Brasch from Helldivers 2.
Read more: Stellar Blade's Eve Takes Home Best New Character at PS Blog Game of the Year 2024 (PS Blog)
December 16
⚫︎ Stellar Blade is celebrating the holidays with an event in Xion, starting December 17, 2024. The city square and The Last Gulp gathering hall will be adorned with festive lights, a vibrant Christmas tree, and seasonal decor. The event introduces new BGM tracks, "Dawn (Winter)" and "Take Me Away," to create a soothing, romantic atmosphere. A holiday-themed mini-game will also debut, offering players a fun diversion and rewards.
Read more: Stellar Blade's Holiday Event Features New Costumes, Mini-Game, and More Starting Dec 17
November 26
⚫︎ Shift Up has released a patch to address issues stemming from the Stellar Blade x Nier Automata update. The free update, which added Nier Automata-themed cosmetics and a new Photo Mode, was well-received for its Easter eggs, especially Eve's 2B outfits. However, it caused unexpected crashes and missing costumes. The recent hotfix improves Photo Mode stability and restores any missing Nier Automata outfits.
Read more: Stellar Blade's Latest Update Resolves Photo Mode and Nier Automata Outfit Issues (Dexerto)
November 22
⚫︎ Shift Up Studio's technical director, Donki Lee, announced two significant updates on November 11, 2024, in response to Stellar Blade's success. The first is a free update (version 1.009.001) that includes four new outfits, one new accessory, enhanced lip-sync support, and a new photo mode. The second update is the announcement of the first paid DLC, a crossover with NieR: Automata. This collaboration, led by Directors Kim Hyung Tae and Yoko Taro, reflects the mutual respect and creative synergy between the two teams.
Read more: Stellar Blade's New DLC with NieR: Automata - Is the Price Justified? (Game8)
November 18
⚫︎ Despite high anticipation, Stellar Blade did not receive a nomination for Game of the Year at The Game Awards. This sparked discussions on social media, particularly due to the inclusion of Elden Ring's DLC among the nominees. Although Stellar Blade missed out on the top award, it was nominated for Best Action Game and Best Score and Music, acknowledging its outstanding gameplay and music.
Read more: Stellar Blade Misses Game of the Year Nomination Amid Controversy Over Elden Ring DLC (Esports gg)
