Exciting news for fans of Stellar Blade—developer Shift Up has officially announced that a full sequel to the popular PlayStation action game is in the works. Launched in April 2024, Stellar Blade received widespread acclaim for blending gameplay elements reminiscent of NieR: Automata and Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. The confirmation came via a chart detailing Shift Up's future plans, included in their latest financial results.
The roadmap presented by Shift Up not only highlights the upcoming Stellar Blade sequel, expected before 2027, but also mentions a "platform expansion" for the original game. This likely refers to the much-anticipated PC version set to launch on June 11, 2025. Additionally, the development period will see the release of Shift Up's intriguing new project, Project Witches, a multiplatform action RPG shrouded in mystery yet to be fully unveiled.
In other news, Shift Up is actively addressing a PC region lock issue that has affected the game's visibility on Steam in over 100 countries, in close collaboration with Sony.
IGN's review of Stellar Blade praised its stunning visuals and robust combat system, drawing comparisons to Sekiro. While the game's narrative and character development were noted as areas for improvement, its engaging combat, diverse enemies, and rewarding exploration elements were highlighted as significant strengths.
