Stellar Blade, initially a PlayStation exclusive, is officially coming to PC in 2025! This article details the announcement and explores potential implications for PC gamers.
PC Release Confirmed for 2025
Following hints earlier this year, developer SHIFT UP has confirmed the PC port, citing the growing PC gaming market and the success of titles like Black Myth: Wukong as key factors. While a specific release date remains unannounced, SHIFT UP plans continued marketing and the release of collaboration DLC with NieR: Automata and a Photo Mode on November 20th to maintain player interest.
PSN Linking: A Potential Hurdle
Stellar Blade's status as a Sony-published title, with SHIFT UP acting as a second-party developer, raises concerns about potential PSN account linking. This requirement, implemented for various Sony titles, could prevent players in regions without PSN access from playing the PC version. Sony's stated reason is to ensure secure live-service gameplay, a justification questioned by some given its application to single-player titles.
Uncertainty Remains
The necessity of a PSN account for the PC version remains unclear. SHIFT UP's ownership of the IP suggests it might not be mandatory, but such a requirement could significantly impact PC sales, potentially hindering SHIFT UP's goal of surpassing console sales.
For further details on Stellar Blade's initial release, a review is available (link omitted as not provided in original text).
