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Stellar Blade News
2025
April 9
⚫︎ SHIFT UP, the creative force behind Stellar Blade, teamed up with JND Studios to launch pre-orders for stunning 1/3 scale hyper-realistic figures of EVE and Tachy on April 18. The highly sought-after Dual version, priced at $3,599, sold out in mere minutes, while the individual EVE figure, at $2,199, still has limited stock available. These exquisite statues are slated for release in Q3 2026.
Read more: Stellar Blade Skin Suit Figures Sell Out Fast After Pre-Orders Open (Game8)
April 9
⚫︎ JND Studios is set to bring to life hyper-realistic figurines of Stellar Blade's protagonist Eve and the formidable eighth boss Tachy. This collaboration with Shift-Up was announced back in July 2024, and on April 8, 2025, JND confirmed the characters selected for this detailed sculpting project. Fans can expect these collectibles to hit the shelves later this year.
Read more: Stellar Blade's Eve and Tachy Get Officially Licensed Hyper-Realistic Figures (Automaton)
February 12
⚫︎ At the recent State of Play event, Shift Up revealed that Stellar Blade will make its way to PC in June 2025. Alongside this exciting news, the studio also announced that the Goddess of Victory: Nikke DLC will be released in the same month, featuring a thrilling new boss battle, collectible dolls and stickers, and a fresh outfit for players to enjoy.
Read more: Stellar Blade Set to Launch on PC in June 2025 with Nikke DLC (Noisy Pixel)
January 6
⚫︎ Kicking off the new year, Shift Up Studio generously gifted each employee with a PlayStation 5 Pro console and a collective monetary bonus of ¥1,000,000 (about $32,000). This heartfelt gesture comes on the heels of the studio's successful 2023 launch of Stellar Blade, their first console title, on the 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 and Bonuses to Boost Morale (The Gamer)
2024
December 17
⚫︎ The PlayStation Blog's Game of the Year 2024 Awards have been unveiled, and Stellar Blade's protagonist, Eve, emerged victorious in the Best New Character category. Eve competed against strong contenders 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. Other notable mentions included Strohl from Metaphor: ReFantazio, Wuk Lamat from Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail, and General Brasch from Helldivers 2, each receiving significant fan support.
Read more: Stellar Blade's Eve Takes Home Best New Character Award at PS Blog Game of the Year 2024 (PS Blog)
December 16
⚫︎ Starting December 17, 2024, Stellar Blade invites players to a festive holiday event in Xion, where the city square and The Last Gulp gathering hall will be decked out with holiday cheer, including twinkling lights and a vibrant Christmas tree. The in-camp atmosphere 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 make its debut, offering players a fun diversion and rewards for completing it.
Read more: Stellar Blade's Holiday Event Features New Costumes, Mini-Game, and More Starting Dec 17
November 26
⚫︎ Shift Up has rolled out a crucial patch to address issues stemming from the Stellar Blade x Nier Automata update. This free update, which introduced Nier Automata-inspired cosmetics and a new Photo Mode, was well-received for its Easter eggs, especially Eve's 2B outfits. However, it also led to unexpected crashes and missing costumes. The latest hotfix enhances Photo Mode stability, preventing crashes during in-game screenshots, and ensures that the Nier Automata outfits are restored for players who've collected all Stellar Tears or caught elusive Great Desert fish for the War Dress.
Read more: Stellar Blade's Latest Update Fixes Photo Mode and Restores Nier Automata Outfits (Dexerto)
November 22
⚫︎ On November 11, 2024, Shift Up Studio's technical director, Donki Lee, shared exciting updates following Stellar Blade's success. The team released a free update (version 1.009.001) that includes four new outfits and one accessory, available through an in-game ending, along with enhanced lip-sync support and the introduction of a photo mode. Additionally, Lee announced 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, was described by Lee as "a project driven by mutual respect and creativity."
Read more: Stellar Blade's NieR: Automata DLC: Is It Worth the Price? (Game8)
November 18
⚫︎ Despite high expectations, Stellar Blade did not make the cut for Game of the Year at The Game Awards, sparking discussions across social media, particularly given the inclusion of Elden Ring's DLC among the nominees. While missing out on the top honor, Stellar Blade received nominations in two categories: Best Action Game and Best Score and Music, acknowledging its exceptional gameplay and captivating soundtrack.
Read more: Stellar Blade Misses Game of the Year Nomination, Earns Recognition in Other Categories (Esports gg)