Stellar Blade: Latest Updates and News

Stellar Blade, an action-adventure game developed by Shift-Up Studios and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment for the PS5, continues to generate buzz with its latest news and updates. Dive into the details below to stay updated on this exciting title!

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Stellar Blade News

2025

April 9

⚫︎ SHIFT UP, the creative force behind Stellar Blade, has teamed up with JND Studios to launch pre-orders for hyper-realistic 1/3 scale figures of characters EVE and Tachy. The eagerly anticipated Dual version, priced at $3,599, sold out in mere minutes, while the individual EVE figure, at $2,199, still has limited stock available. Both statues are slated for a Q3 2026 release.

Read more: Stellar Blade Skin Suit Figures Makes It Harder to Buy After Selling Out in Minutes (Game8)

April 9

⚫︎ JND Studios, in collaboration with Shift-Up, announced their project to craft officially licensed hyper-realistic figurines of Stellar Blade's protagonist Eve and the eighth boss, Tachy. Initially revealed in July 2024, the specific characters were confirmed on April 8, 2025. Fans can look forward to these collectibles later in the year.

Read more: Stellar Blade to get official hyper-realistic Eve and Tachy figures (Automaton)

February 12

⚫︎ During the latest State of Play, Shift Up confirmed that Stellar Blade will be making its way to PC in June 2025. Alongside this exciting news, the studio also announced the arrival of the Goddess of Victory: Nikke DLC in the same month, which will introduce a new boss battle, collectible dolls and stickers, and a fresh outfit for players to enjoy.

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

January 6

⚫︎ Kicking off the new year with a bang, Shift Up Studio awarded each employee with a PlayStation 5 Pro console and a collective monetary bonus of ¥1,000,000 (around $32,000). This generous gesture comes on the heels of Stellar Blade's successful 2023 debut on the PS5, which was met with critical acclaim, robust sales, and numerous nominations at The Game Awards.

Read more: Stellar Blade Developer Gifts All Workers A PS5 Pro To Encourage Talent(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's victory came amidst fierce competition from characters like Jane Harrow from Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, Emmrich Volkarin from Dragon Age: The Veilguard, and Ryoma Sakamoto from Rise of the Rōnin. Other notable write-in mentions included Strohl from Metaphor: ReFantazio, Wuk Lamat from Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail, and General Brasch from Helldivers 2.

Read more: Stellar Blade's EVE Wins Best New Character at the PS Blog Game of the Year 2024 (PS Blog)

December 16

⚫︎ Stellar Blade is set to celebrate the holiday season with a festive event in Xion starting December 17, 2024. The city square and The Last Gulp gathering hall will be adorned with holiday lights, a vibrant Christmas tree, and seasonal decorations. Players can enjoy new BGM tracks, "Dawn (Winter)" and "Take Me Away," along with a holiday-themed mini-game that offers rewards upon completion.

Read more: Stellar Blade’s holiday-themed event brings new costumes, mini-game, and more Dec 17

November 26

⚫︎ Shift Up has addressed issues from the Stellar Blade x Nier Automata update with a new patch. This update, which introduced Nier Automata-themed cosmetics and a new Photo Mode, saw immense popularity, particularly for Eve's 2B outfits. However, it also led to crashes and missing costumes. The recent hotfix improves Photo Mode stability and restores any missing Nier Automata outfits, ensuring a smoother experience for players.

Read more: Surprise Stellar Blade update fixes Photo Mode, missing Nier Automata outfits & more (Dexerto)

November 22

⚫︎ On November 11, 2024, Shift Up Studio's technical director, Donki Lee, unveiled two significant updates for Stellar Blade. The first is a free update (version 1.009.001) that includes four new outfits, one accessory, expanded lip-sync support, and a new photo mode, all unlockable through an in-game ending. The second update introduces the first paid DLC, a crossover with NieR: Automata, developed collaboratively by Directors Kim Hyung Tae and Yoko Taro, showcasing a blend of mutual respect and creativity.

Read more: Is Stellar Blade DLC's Price Worth It? (Game8)

November 18

⚫︎ Despite high fan expectations, Stellar Blade did not receive a nomination for Game of the Year at The Game Awards. This sparked discussions on social media, especially given the inclusion of Elden Ring's DLC among the nominees. However, Stellar Blade did secure nominations in the Best Action Game and Best Score and Music categories, acknowledging its exceptional gameplay and soundtrack.

Read more: Shock as Stellar Blade snubbed for Game of the Year Award nomination over Elden Ring DLC (Esports gg)