During a Q&A session following its Q4 2024 financial report, Shift Up was asked about the expected sales performance of the upcoming PC release of Stellar Blade. In response, the developer stated that the PC platform has a higher market share compared to consoles with regards to AAA games. Therefore, it expects the PC version’s sales to exceed those of the PS5 version.

Shift Up is particularly observing trends, such as the significant expansion of the single-player action game market in the Asian game industry. The developer claims to have identified and analyzed both successful and under-performing cases of timed console exclusives released later on PC, and it is preparing to release the game in a way that ensures continued success in the PC market. This will include optimization, enhancing user convenience, adding supplementary content, and tailored marketing strategies unique to Shift Up. In particular, the company plan to optimize the game to ensure smooth gameplay even on handheld PCs, such as the Steam Deck.

As for its review of the fourth quarter of 2024, Shift Up highlighted the global success of Stella Blade on PS5. As per the company, despite being a narrative-based single-player game with a defined ending, the game has been continuously updated like a live-service game, and has steadily built a strong global fandom for the IP. During the fourth quarter, performance improvement updates targeting the PS5 Pro, a collaboration with NieR: Automata, and Black Friday promotions were carried out, resulting in steady sales and a continued momentum for the IP.

Shift Up had first announced that it was working on a PC version of Stellar Blade in an earlier financial report from August, 2024. The company had also expressed back then that it expected the PC version to be more successful than its console counterpart.

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The official Twitter/X account for Sony Interactive Entertainment and Shift Up’s action adventure game, Stellar Blade, has shared a concept video from the early days of development, showing what Eve looked like back then.

Stellar Blade Even Early Concept

The aforementioned early concept version of Stellar Blade protagonist, Eve, can be seen below.

As is evident from the above screenshots, the earlier design for Eve sported a completely different look compared to the version seen in the final game.  The official Twitter/X account for Stellar Blade noted that the earlier version of the character depicts a little more “animated exaggeration” compared to the final character model. It is likely referring to the more amine-inspired look of the original design in comparison to the final version of Eve. The developer may have been looking to create a more distinct look for the protagonist, as opposed to something generic.

Given how Shift Up has supported Stellar Blade post-launch with many new outfits and cosmetics for Eve, it would be nice to see this early version of the protagonist also become available as a playable skin via a future DLC.

Stellar Blade is available exclusively for PS5, though a PC version is currently in development. During a Q&A session after its financial report back in August, 2024, Shift Up was asked about the possible release of Stellar Blade on additional platforms. The developer responded by sharing that it is working on a PC version of the action adventure title, and that the company expects it to be more successful than its console counterpart. It was also revealed that the workforce at Shift Up would increase to 420 employees by the end of the year 2025.

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Alongside the atmospheric changes, players can acquire a range of holiday-themed cosmetics through the update. These include the Santa Dress outfit for Eve, the “I’m No Santa” outfit for Adam, and the Santa Girl hairstyle. Accessories like Snow Crystal Glasses, Wreath Earrings, and Sleigh Earcuffs add further customization, while the Rudolf Pack Drone skin brings a charming seasonal twist to the Drone. The update also addresses various bug fixes to ensure a smoother gameplay experience.

Stellar Blade Update 1.010 Full Patch Notes

• New Season Event Content Settings:
  • The Summer Event settings have been updated to “Season Event Content” with three options:
    • On: Activates seasonal content.
    • Off: Deactivates seasonal content.
    • Auto: Adjusts content automatically based on the season.
  • The On/Off feature has also been extended to DLC content.
• Seasonal Background Music:
  • “Take Me Away” and “Dawn (Winter)” applied to the camp.
  • “Dawn (Holidays)” available at The Last Gulp.
  • Seasonal music added to the Small Plaza near Exile’s Passage entrance and The Last Gulp.
• Christmas-Themed Visual Updates:
  • Festive decorations added to the Small Plaza and The Last Gulp.
• New Holiday-Themed Cosmetics:
  • Eve’s Outfit: Santa Dress.
  • Adam’s Outfit: “I’m No Santa.”
  • Hairstyle: Santa Girl.
  • Accessories:
    • Snow Crystal Glasses.
    • Wreath Earrings.
    • Sleigh Earcuff.
  • Drone Skin: Rudolf Pack.
• Bug Fixes:
  • Various minor fixes to improve game stability and performance.

Stellar Blade is available now for PS5. A PC port has been confirmed to be in development for the game.

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They also fixed a problem with the selfie camera near Altes Levoire, so gameplay stays smooth.

Patch Notes for Stellar Blade Update 1.009.002

Photo Mode Fixes:

• Resolved an issue causing intermittent crashes while using Photo Mode.
• Fixed a bug that forced the film grain effect to be applied in Photo Mode when playing in Xion.

Main Quest and Gameplay Adjustments:

• Addressed an intermittent issue where Main Quest progression was blocked after completing Photo challenge requests.

Appearance and Item Fixes:

• Resolved a bug where Nier: Automata collaboration appearance items disappeared after changing difficulty when saved at camp while wearing them.

Selfie Camera Issue:

• Fixed an issue where the selfie camera item could not be used after riding the elevator near Altes Levoire in the Wasteland.

Stellar Blade keeps players hooked with its dynamic combat and immersive story. The game is available for PS5. Shift Up developed it and published it on PS5. The developers have confirmed that they are currently working on a PC version.

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The much-anticipated Photo Mode allows players to capture and share their in-game experiences creatively. Players can now participate in photo challenges, which add an engaging new element to the game. Additionally, the update brings new outfits and accessories for EVE, enhancing the customization options for the character. Notably, the “Symbol of Legacy” accessory can alter the appearance of the Tachy Mode, providing a fresh visual experience.

Beyond these cosmetic additions, the update improves the gameplay experience with lip-sync support for six additional languages, making the game more accessible to a global audience. Players can now select their preferred background music from the camp’s Turntable, adding a personalized touch to their in-game environment. Furthermore, the update includes practical adjustments such as a new “No Ponytail” option and enhancements to the projectile auto-aim and bullet magnet functions. Various bug fixes have also been implemented to ensure a smoother gameplay experience.

Stellar Blade Update 1.009.001 Complete Patch Notes:

• Photo Mode: New feature added.
• Photo Challenge Requests: Added new photo challenges.
• New Outfits for EVE:
  • FourSeconds Black Denim
  • FourSeconds Everyday Wear
  • Neurolink Skin
  • War Dress
• New Accessory for EVE:
  • Symbol of Legacy
• Symbol of Legacy: Changes Tachy Mode appearance when acquired from a certain ending.
• Lip-Sync Support: Added for Français, Español, Italian, Deutsch, Português (Brasil), Español (Latinoamérica).
• Background Music Selection: Choose BGM from the camp’s Turntable.
• No Ponytail Option: Added to ponytail length settings.
• Projectile Auto-Aim and Bullet Magnet Functions: Applied to the instant death skill.
• Bug Fixes: Various issues addressed.

Stellar Blade is an action-adventure RPG set in a dystopian future, blending fast-paced combat with a deeply emotional narrative. Players assume the role of Eve, navigating a world torn by conflict and discovery.

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In addition to HFR Mode, the update offers several graphics modes for players to customize their gaming experience. These options include settings that prioritize performance, balance resolution and frame rate, or enhance resolution and visual quality. The Pro mode optimizes balanced settings for the PlayStation 5 Pro, while the Pro Max mode aims to achieve higher frame rates by focusing on resolution. Furthermore, the patch likely includes minor bug fixes to improve overall gameplay stability and performance.

Complete Patch Notes for Stellar Blade Update 1.008

• Added support for PlayStation 5 Pro.
• Introduced High Frame Rate (HFR) Mode to minimize input lag and enhance frame rate performance.
• HFR Mode requirements:
  • Display must support 120 Hz output.
  • Enable 120 Hz Output in PlayStation 5 settings (Settings > Screen and Video > Video Output).
• Available graphics modes:
  • Prioritize Performance: Focuses on frame rate.
  • Balanced: Balances resolution and frame rate.
  • Prioritize Resolution: Focuses on resolution and quality.
  • Pro: Enhanced Balanced Mode optimized for PlayStation 5 Pro, utilizing PSSR for superior quality.
  • Pro Max: Enhanced Prioritize Resolution Mode for PlayStation 5 Pro, providing a higher frame rate.
• Minor bug fixes.

Stellar Blade is an action RPG developed by Shift Up, providing players with an immersive experience characterized by dynamic combat and stunning visuals. The game allows players to engage in fast-paced battles while exploring a richly detailed world.

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In a Q&A during its financial report (via) for the second quarter of the current fiscal year, Shift Up revealed that Stellar Blade generated over $19 million US Dollars for the company. However, due to a revenue-sharing contract with PlayStation, not all sales have been accounted for by Shift Up.

During the Q&A session, Shift Up was asked regarding the release of Stellar Blade on additional platforms. The developer responded by sharing that it is working on a PC version and that the company expects it to be more successful than its console counterpart. The company also shared that Project Witches is gradually getting closer to its eventual reveal sometime during 2025. It was also revealed that the workforce at Shift Up is set to increase to 420 employees by the end of next year.

Whether the PC version of Stellar Blade outsells the PS5 version remains to be seen, though developer Shift Up appears to be confident in its success, likely due to the possibility of high sales in the local Korean and Chinese markets.

Previously, a secret location in Stellar Blade appeared to tease the arrival of future DLC content. The game features a locked door located just outside the survivor safe house in Matrix 11. So far, no one has been able to figure out how to open it. When trying to examine it, Adam notes that the drone’s hacking level is not high enough to access the area. This suggests that the game may receive new DLC content in the future that will be accessible via the aforementioned door. Furthermore, an optional mission featured in Stellar Blade has Eve meet a man in a Xion sewer tunnel who was ordered in secret to hand over a box to her, but he doesn’t mention who it’s from and there’s no in-game passcode available to open it. Another mission has Eve receive a damaged device that doesn’t appear to serve any purpose. Both of these items may be connected to future DLC.

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Stellar Blade features a locked door located just outside the survivor safe house in Matrix 11. So far, no one has been able to figure out how to open it. When trying to to examine it, Adam notes that the drone’s hacking level is not high enough to access the area. This suggests that Stellar Blade may receive new DLC content in future that will be accessible via the aforementioned door.

Furthermore, an optional mission featured in Stellar Blade has Eve meet a man in a Xion sewer tunnel who was ordered in secret to hand over a box to her, but he doesn’t mention who it’s from and there’s no in-game passcode to available open it. Another mission has Eve receive a damaged device that doesn’t appear to serve any purpose. Both of these items may be connected to future DLC.

As for whether the unannounced DLC for Stellar Blade will feature new story content remains to be seem. It it’s a more elaborate expansion that takes Eve to a brand new location, it will likely expand upon the game’s narrative and lore.

For now, though, Stellar Blade fans have plenty of other reasons to boot up the game. Update 1.006 brought brand new summer suits for protagonist Eve, and more. The prior major update was 1.004, which also brought a host of new features, including two new outfits, a new hair slot in the menu, the option to toggle the “skip” UI for cutscenes, improved direction of jumps while swinging on ropes, the ability to speed up the scrolling of the end credits by holding down a button, the ability to retain costumes that players have previously selected during Boss challenges.

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Update 1.006 for Stellar Blade has brought a Photo mode, brand new summer suits for protagonist Eve, and more. Developer Shift Up has shared brand new screenshots via its Twitter/X account, showing off the summer costumes for Eve. Furthermore, in a separate tweet, it all but confirmed the arrival of the much anticipated Photo mode in the new update.

Stellar Blade Summer Update Outfits Revealed

A sneak peek at the brand new outfits that are including in update 1.006 of Stellar Blade can be seen below.

Patch notes for update 1.006 have yet to be released by developer Shift Up. Be sure to check back for a comprehensive list of features and bug fixes as it becomes available.

The prior major update for Stellar Blade was 1.004, which brought a host of new features, including two new outfits, a new hair slot in the menu, the option to toggle the “skip” UI for cutscenes, improved direction of jumps while swinging on ropes, the ability to speed up the scrolling of the end credits by holding down a button, the ability to retain costumes that players have previously selected during Boss challenges.

The development team at Shift Up has been aware that the community is looking forward to the availability of a photo mode in Stellar Blade. During a recent interview, Shift Up CEO Hyung-Tae Kim had said that the development team was very interested in implementing the feature. However, the studio wanted it to be done right, which required a little more time than expected. The team was looking into making the mode feature-rich. During the same press conference, the Shift Up CFO also revealed that sales of Stellar Blade had surpassed 1 million copies based on the company’s estimates.

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During the IPO press conference (via) held today on June 25, 2024, Jae-Woo Ahn, CFO of Shift Up, announced that the content road map for Stellar Blade. He mentioned that the upcoming photo mode will be made added to the game sometime during the month of August, 2024. In addition, new character skins will be released sometime after October, 2024, and a major collaboration is planned for the end of the year. Development on additional DLC and a sequel are planned to happen in the subsequent future.

The development team at Shift Up has been aware that the community is looking forward to the availability of a photo mode in Stellar Blade. During a recent interview, Shift Up CEO Hyung-Tae Kim had said that the development team is interested in implementing the feature. However, the studio wants it to be done right, which will require a little more time. The team is looking into making the mode feature-rich.

During the same press conference, the Shift Up CFO also revealed that sales of Stellar Blade have now surpassed 1 million copies based on the company’s estimates. The game’s sales performance will be accounted for starting from the second quarter of 2024. Shift Up’s securities report indicates that the game’s revenue reached 6.3 billion South Korean Won in April, 2024, and 15.7 billion Won in May, 2024. This figure only includes the numbers settled by the publisher, Sony Interactive Entertainment. Ahn stated that Stellar Blade has performed well, both in terms of pre-release and post-release sales. Regarding the game’s development, Hyung-Tae Kim explained that the primary goal was to create a high-value IP to attract a global user base and establish a fan base, rather than maximizing profit.

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