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Stellar Blade News

2025

April 9

⚫︎ SHIFT UP, the visionary developers behind Stellar Blade, have teamed up with JND Studios to launch pre-orders for stunning 1/3 scale hyper-realistic figures of characters EVE and Tachy. The highly anticipated Dual version, priced at $3,599, sold out in mere minutes, while limited stock remains for the individual EVE figure at $2,199. These exquisite collectibles are slated for 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 craft officially licensed, hyper-realistic figurines of Stellar Blade's protagonist Eve and the formidable eighth boss, Tachy. This exciting collaboration with Shift-Up, announced in July 2024, was solidified on April 8, 2025, with the confirmation of these two characters being sculpted. Fans can expect these collectibles to hit the shelves later this year.

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

February 12

⚫︎ In an exciting reveal during the latest State of Play, Shift Up confirmed that Stellar Blade will make its eagerly awaited debut on PC in June 2025. Alongside this, the studio announced the arrival of the Goddess of Victory: Nikke DLC in the same month, which will introduce a thrilling 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

⚫︎ Kicking off the new year with a bang, Shift Up Studio has generously gifted each employee a PlayStation 5 Pro console and a collective bonus of ¥1,000,000 (approximately $32,000). This remarkable gesture follows the studio's triumphant 2023 launch of Stellar Blade, their first console title on the PS5, which garnered critical acclaim, robust sales, and 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 just been unveiled, and Stellar Blade's protagonist, Eve, has clinched a victory in the Best New Character category. Eve outshone fierce competition from 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 significant fan support.

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

December 16

⚫︎ On December 17, 2024, Stellar Blade is set to enchant players with its holiday event in Xion. 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 ambience will be enriched with new BGM tracks, "Dawn (Winter)" and "Take Me Away," creating a soothing, romantic atmosphere. A holiday-themed mini-game will also debut, offering a fun diversion and rewarding players upon completion.

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

November 26

⚫︎ Shift Up has rolled out a crucial patch to address issues introduced with the Stellar Blade x Nier Automata update. This popular free update, featuring Nier Automata-themed cosmetics and a new Photo Mode, was marred by unexpected crashes and missing costumes. The recent hotfix improves Photo Mode stability, preventing crashes during in-game screenshots, and restores any missing Nier Automata outfits, ensuring a seamless experience for players who've earned all Stellar Tears or caught elusive Great Desert fish for the War Dress.

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

November 22

⚫︎ Shift Up Studio’s technical director Donki Lee shared two significant updates on November 11, 2024, following Stellar Blade's stellar performance. The first update, version 1.009.001, introduces four new outfits and an accessory, all unlockable through an in-game ending, along with enhanced lip-sync support and the much-anticipated Photo Mode. The second update confirmed the launch of Stellar Blade’s first paid DLC, a captivating crossover with NieR: Automata. This collaboration, crafted by Directors Kim Hyung Tae and Yoko Taro, is a testament to mutual respect and creative synergy.

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

November 18

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

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