Stellar Blade, initially a PlayStation exclusive, is officially coming to PC in 2025! This announcement follows speculation ignited by hints from SHIFT UP's CFO. The developer confirmed the PC port during a recent financial earnings report, citing the rising popularity of PC gaming and the success of titles like Black Myth: Wukong as key drivers.
While a precise release date remains unannounced, SHIFT UP plans to maintain the game's momentum through various strategies. This includes the upcoming November 20th release of a collaboration DLC with NieR: Automata and a much-requested Photo Mode, alongside ongoing marketing efforts.
The PC release joins a growing trend of PlayStation exclusives making their way to PC, but this trend introduces a potential complication. As a Sony-published title and with SHIFT UP's second-party status, Stellar Blade may require players to link their Steam accounts to their PlayStation Network (PSN) accounts. This could exclude players in regions lacking PSN access.
Sony's reasoning centers on ensuring the "safe" enjoyment of its live-service games, a justification that raises questions regarding its application to single-player titles. However, given SHIFT UP's IP ownership, the PSN requirement remains uncertain. Should it be implemented, it could potentially impact the game's PC sales, despite SHIFT UP's ambition to surpass console sales.
For further information on Stellar Blade's initial release, a game review is available (link omitted). The 2025 PC launch promises to bring the sci-fi action title to a wider audience, though the PSN linking possibility warrants further monitoring.
