Stellar Blade: Latest Updates and News

Stellar Blade is an action-adventure game crafted by Shift-Up Studios and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment exclusively for the PS5. Stay updated with the latest news and developments surrounding this captivating game!

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Stellar Blade News

2025

April 9

⚫︎ SHIFT UP, the creative force behind Stellar Blade, alongside figure maker JND Studios, opened pre-orders on April 18 for hyper-realistic 1/3 scale figures of characters EVE and Tachy. The Dual version, priced at $3,599, sold out in mere minutes, while limited stock remains for the individual EVE figure at $2,199. These stunning statues are slated for release in Q3 2026.

Read more: Stellar Blade Skin Suit Figures Sell Out in Minutes (Game8)

April 9

⚫︎ JND Studios is set to produce officially licensed, hyper-realistic figurines of Stellar Blade protagonist Eve and the eighth boss Tachy. Announced in July 2024, the collaboration with Shift-Up was confirmed on April 8, 2025, specifying the characters to be sculpted. These collectible masterpieces are expected to hit the market 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 announced that Stellar Blade will be making its debut on PC in June 2025. Alongside this exciting news, the studio confirmed the launch of the Goddess of Victory: Nikke DLC in the same month, introducing a new boss battle, collectible dolls, stickers, and a fresh outfit.

Read more: Stellar Blade PC Release and Nikke DLC Set for June 2025 (Noisy Pixel)

January 6

⚫︎ Shift Up Studio started the new year with a generous gesture, gifting every employee a PlayStation 5 Pro console and a collective monetary bonus of ¥1,000,000 (approximately $32,000). This move celebrates the studio's successful 2023 launch of Stellar Blade, their first console title on PlayStation 5, which garnered positive reviews, robust sales, and several nominations at The Game Awards.

Read more: Stellar Blade Developer Rewards Staff with PS5 Pro to Boost Creativity (The Gamer)

2024

December 17

⚫︎ The PlayStation Blog's Game of the Year 2024 Awards have been unveiled, and Stellar Blade's Eve clinched a victory in the Best New Character category. Eve outshone competitors like Call of Duty: Black Ops 6’s Jane Harrow, Dragon Age: The Veilguard’s Emmrich Volkarin, and Rise of the Rōnin’s Ryoma Sakamoto. Notable write-in mentions included Metaphor: ReFantazio’s Strohl, Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail’s Wuk Lamat, and Helldivers 2’s General Brasch, each receiving strong fan support.

Read more: Stellar Blade's Eve Takes Home Best New Character at PS Blog GOTY 2024 (PS Blog)

December 16

⚫︎ Stellar Blade invites players to a festive holiday 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 decorations. The in-camp ambiance will be enhanced with new BGM tracks "Dawn (Winter)" and "Take Me Away," providing a soothing, romantic backdrop. Additionally, a holiday-themed mini-game will debut, offering players a fun diversion and rewards upon completion.

Read more: Stellar Blade's Holiday Event Brings Festive Fun and Rewards Starting Dec 17

November 26

⚫︎ Shift Up has rolled out a patch to address issues that arose with the Stellar Blade x Nier Automata update. This free update, which added Nier Automata-themed cosmetics and a new Photo Mode, became popular for its Easter eggs, especially Eve’s 2B outfits. However, it also led to crashes and missing costumes. The recent hotfix improves Photo Mode stability, prevents crashes during in-game screenshots, and restores any missing Nier Automata outfits, ensuring a seamless experience for those who've collected all Stellar Tears or caught elusive Great Desert fish for the War Dress.

Read more: Stellar Blade Update Resolves Photo Mode Crashes and Restores Nier Outfits (Dexerto)

November 22

⚫︎ Shift Up Studio’s technical director Donki Lee announced two major updates on November 11, 2024, following Stellar Blade's strong performance. The first is a free update (version 1.009.001) that introduces four new outfits, one accessory available through an in-game ending, expanded lip-sync support, and a new photo mode. The second update confirms the launch of Stellar Blade's first paid DLC, a crossover with NieR: Automata, developed collaboratively by Directors Kim Hyung Tae and Yoko Taro. This collaboration, inspired by Automata's influence on the project, was described by Lee as "a collaboration marked by mutual respect and creativity."

Read more: Stellar Blade's New DLC and Updates: Are They Worth the Price? (Game8)

November 18

⚫︎ Despite high fan expectations, Stellar Blade did not make the cut for Game of the Year at The Game Awards. This omission has stirred discussions on social media, particularly due to the inclusion of Elden Ring's DLC among the nominees. Although Stellar Blade missed the top honor, it received nominations in the Best Action Game and Best Score and Music categories, acknowledging its exceptional gameplay and captivating soundtrack.

Read more: Stellar Blade Misses GOTY Nomination Amid Controversy Over Elden Ring DLC (Esports gg)