Stellar Blade, the highly anticipated action-adventure game developed by Shift-Up Studios and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment for the PS5, continues to captivate gamers worldwide with its thrilling storyline and cutting-edge graphics. Let’s dive into the latest updates and developments surrounding this acclaimed title.
2025 Updates
April 9
Shift-Up, the visionary developers behind Stellar Blade, teamed up 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 almost instantly, leaving only limited stock available for the individual EVE figure priced at $2,199. Both figures are set to ship in Q3 2026.
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April 9
JND Studios will produce officially licensed, hyper-realistic figurines of Stellar Blade’s protagonist, Eve, and the enigmatic eighth boss, Tachy. The collaboration was initially teased in July 2024, and JND confirmed the duo on April 8, 2025. Collectors can expect these pieces to hit shelves later this year.
Read More: Stellar Blade to Get Official Hyper-Realistic Eve and Tachy Figures
February 12
During PlayStation’s State of Play event, Shift-Up announced that Stellar Blade will launch on PC in June 2025. Additionally, the Goddess of Victory: Nikke DLC will drop simultaneously, introducing a fresh boss battle, collectible dolls and stickers, and an exclusive outfit.
Read More: Stellar Blade PC Release Set for June 2025, Nikke DLC Also Announced
January 6
To celebrate a successful 2023 debut, Shift-Up gifted every employee a PlayStation 5 Pro console and a collective bonus of ¥1,000,000 ($32,000 USD). The generous gesture follows stellar reviews, impressive sales figures, and multiple nods at The Game Awards.
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2024 Highlights
December 17
EVE, Stellar Blade’s iconic protagonist, took home the trophy for Best New Character at PlayStation Blog’s Game of the Year Awards. Competing against standout entries from Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, Dragon Age: The Veilguard, and Rise of the Rōnin, EVE emerged victorious thanks to her captivating design and deep narrative presence.
Read More: Stellar Blade's EVE Wins Best New Character at the PS Blog Game of the Year 2024
December 16
Stellar Blade welcomed players to a festive celebration in Xion, complete with seasonal decor, music tracks “Dawn (Winter)” and “Take Me Away,” and a special mini-game. Players earned rewards while enjoying the holiday spirit.
Read More: Stellar Blade’s Holiday-Themed Event Brings New Costumes, Mini-Game, and More
November 26
A recent patch addressed lingering issues caused by the Stellar Blade x Nier Automata update. Known for its Easter eggs, including Eve’s 2B-inspired outfits, the update also introduced some instability. The fix ensures smoother Photo Mode functionality and restores any missing costumes.
Read More: Surprise Stellar Blade Update Fixes Photo Mode, Missing Nier Automata Outfits & More
November 22
Shift-Up Studio’s technical director, Donki Lee, unveiled exciting plans for future updates. A free update added four new outfits and enhanced lip-syncing capabilities, along with a photo mode. Meanwhile, the studio confirmed a paid DLC crossover with NieR: Automata, highlighting mutual respect and creative synergy between both franchises.
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November 18
Though Stellar Blade missed out on Game of the Year honors at The Game Awards, it received well-deserved nominations for Best Action Game and Best Score and Music. Despite the slight disappointment, fans remain optimistic about the game’s growing legacy.
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