Stellar Blade PC Release Date Confirmed For 2025

Stellar Blade, initially a PlayStation exclusive, is officially coming to PC in 2025! This article details the announcement and explores potential implications for PC players.

PC Release Confirmed for 2025

Following hints earlier this year, developer SHIFT UP has confirmed a 2025 PC release. The decision is driven by the rising popularity of PC gaming and the success of other PC titles. While a precise release date is yet to be announced, SHIFT UP plans to maintain the game's momentum through ongoing marketing, including a November 20th collaboration DLC with NieR: Automata and the addition of a Photo Mode.

Potential PSN Requirement Raises Concerns

Stellar Blade's PC release follows a trend of PlayStation exclusives migrating to PC. However, this trend has also introduced a controversial practice: requiring PSN account linkage. As a Sony-published title with SHIFT UP acting as a second-party developer, Stellar Blade might necessitate linking Steam accounts to PSN. This would exclude players in regions without PSN access. While Sony cites "safety" for live-service games, the application of this restriction to single-player titles remains questionable.

The need for a PSN account for Stellar Blade's PC version remains unconfirmed. Since SHIFT UP retains IP ownership, this requirement isn't guaranteed. However, such a restriction could significantly impact PC sales, potentially hindering SHIFT UP's goal of exceeding console sales.

For more on Stellar Blade's initial release, check out our review!