"Stellar Blade: Latest Updates and News"

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Stellar Blade News

2025

April 9

⚫︎ SHIFT UP, the creative minds behind Stellar Blade, teamed up with JND Studios to unveil stunning 1/3 scale hyper-realistic figures of characters EVE and Tachy. The Dual version, priced at $3,599, flew off the shelves within minutes of pre-orders opening on April 18. The individual EVE figure, available for $2,199, still has limited stock. These exquisite collectibles are set to be released in Q3 2026.

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

April 9

⚫︎ JND Studios is set to bring fans officially licensed, hyper-realistic figurines of Stellar Blade's protagonist Eve and the eighth boss Tachy. The partnership with Shift-Up was initially announced in July 2024, and on April 8, 2025, JND confirmed the characters to be immortalized in sculpture. These collectibles are slated for release later in 2025.

Read more: Stellar Blade to Feature Official Hyper-Realistic Eve and Tachy Figures (Automaton)

February 12

⚫︎ In the latest State of Play, Shift Up revealed 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, stickers, and an additional outfit.

Read more: Stellar Blade Coming to PC in June 2025, Nikke DLC Announced (Noisy Pixel)

January 6

⚫︎ Shift Up Studio kicked off the new year on a high note by gifting each employee a PlayStation 5 Pro console along with a collective monetary bonus of ¥1,000,000 (about $32,000). This generous gesture celebrates the studio’s successful 2023 launch of Stellar Blade on the PS5, which received glowing reviews, robust sales, and multiple nods at The Game Awards.

Read more: Stellar Blade Developer Rewards Staff with PS5 Pro and Bonus (The Gamer)

2024

December 17

⚫︎ The PlayStation Blog's Game of the Year 2024 Awards have been unveiled, and Stellar Blade's Eve emerged victorious in the Best New Character category. Eve outshone competitors 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. 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 Takes Home Best New Character at PS Blog GOTY 2024 (PS Blog)

December 16

⚫︎ On December 17, 2024, Stellar Blade hosts a festive holiday event in Xion, transforming the city square and The Last Gulp gathering hall with holiday lights, a vibrant Christmas tree, and seasonal decor. The in-game atmosphere will be enhanced with new BGM tracks “Dawn (Winter)” and “Take Me Away,” creating a soothing, romantic ambiance. Players can also enjoy a new holiday-themed mini-game, offering fun and rewards.

Read more: Celebrate the Holidays in Stellar Blade with New Costumes and Mini-Game (Game8)

November 26

⚫︎ Shift Up has rolled out a 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 caused crashes and missing costumes. The recent hotfix improves Photo Mode stability and restores any missing Nier Automata outfits, ensuring players can enjoy their hard-earned rewards.

Read more: Stellar Blade Patch Resolves Photo Mode and Nier Automata Outfit Issues (Dexerto)

November 22

⚫︎ Shift Up Studio’s technical director, Donki Lee, shared exciting updates on November 11, 2024, following Stellar Blade's success. A free update (version 1.009.001) introduced four new outfits, one accessory, expanded lip-sync support, and a new photo mode. Additionally, Lee announced the first paid DLC, a crossover with NieR: Automata. This collaboration, developed by Directors Kim Hyung Tae and Yoko Taro, is a testament to mutual respect and creativity.

Read more: Stellar Blade's New DLC and Free Update Enhancements (Game8)

November 18

⚫︎ Despite high hopes, Stellar Blade did not make the cut for Game of the Year at The Game Awards, sparking heated discussions on social media, particularly in comparison to the nomination of Elden Ring's DLC. However, Stellar Blade did receive nominations for Best Action Game and Best Score and Music, acknowledging its outstanding gameplay and captivating soundtrack.

Read more: Stellar Blade Misses GOTY but Earns Key Nominations (Esports gg)