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Stellar Blade News

2025

April 9

⚫︎ SHIFT UP, the visionary team behind Stellar Blade, has teamed up with JND Studios to launch pre-orders for stunning 1/3 scale hyper-realistic figures of EVE and Tachy. The highly anticipated Dual version, priced at $3,599, sold out in a flash on April 18, but there's still hope for collectors as limited stock remains for the individual EVE figure at $2,199. Mark your calendars for their release in Q3 2026.

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

April 9

⚫︎ JND Studios is set to enchant fans with officially licensed, hyper-realistic figurines of Stellar Blade's protagonist Eve and the formidable eighth boss Tachy. This exciting collaboration with Shift-Up was first teased in July 2024, and on April 8, 2025, JND Studios confirmed the characters to be immortalized in sculpture. These collectibles are slated for release later this 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 thrilled fans by announcing Stellar Blade's PC launch scheduled for June 2025. Alongside this news, the studio revealed that the eagerly awaited Goddess of Victory: Nikke DLC will also hit the shelves in June, complete with a new boss battle, collectible dolls and stickers, and a stylish new outfit.

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

January 6

⚫︎ Shift Up Studio kicked off the new year with a generous gesture, gifting each employee a PlayStation 5 Pro console and a collective bonus of ¥1,000,000 (around $32,000). This move follows the stellar success of Stellar Blade's 2023 debut on PS5, which not only received glowing reviews but also boasted robust sales and garnered multiple nominations at The Game Awards.

Read more: Stellar Blade Developer Gifts All Workers A PS5 Pro To Encourage Talent(The Gamer)

2024

December 17

⚫︎ The PlayStation Blog's Game of the Year 2024 Awards have been revealed, and Stellar Blade's Eve has clinched a prestigious win 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, reflecting the strong support from fans.

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 spreading holiday cheer with a festive event in Xion starting December 17, 2024. The city square and The Last Gulp gathering hall will be adorned with twinkling lights, a vibrant Christmas tree, and seasonal decor. Enjoy the soothing ambiance with new BGM tracks "Dawn (Winter)" and "Take Me Away," perfect for unwinding after intense battles. Plus, a holiday-themed mini-game awaits, offering fun and rewards for players.

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

November 26

⚫︎ Shift Up has swiftly addressed issues stemming from the Stellar Blade x Nier Automata update with a new patch. This free update, beloved for its Nier Automata-themed cosmetics and enhanced Photo Mode, had caused some hiccups, including crashes and missing outfits. The latest hotfix enhances Photo Mode stability and ensures that all Nier Automata outfits, earned through collecting Stellar Tears or fishing in the Great Desert, remain intact.

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

November 22

⚫︎ Stellar Blade's technical director Donki Lee unveiled two significant updates on November 11, 2024, riding the wave of the game's success. The first update (version 1.009.001) enriches the game with four new outfits, an accessory unlocked via an in-game ending, improved lip-sync, and a much-anticipated photo mode. Additionally, Lee announced the first paid DLC, a thrilling crossover with NieR: Automata, a testament to the creative synergy between Directors Kim Hyung Tae and Yoko Taro.

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

November 18

⚫︎ Despite fervent anticipation, Stellar Blade did not make the cut for Game of the Year at The Game Awards, igniting discussions across social media, particularly in comparison to the nominated Elden Ring DLC. However, Stellar Blade's excellence was acknowledged with nominations in the Best Action Game and Best Score and Music categories, showcasing its thrilling gameplay and captivating soundtrack.

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