Stellar Blade's PC Port is on the Horizon: Shift Up Confirms Exploration
Shift Up, the developer behind the popular action RPG Stellar Blade, has indicated a strong likelihood of a PC release in the near future. This announcement, made during the company's June 25th IPO press conference, reveals that exploring a PC version is a key part of their strategy to further monetize the successful IP.
Shift Up CFO Ahn Jae-woo highlighted the growing shift in the AAA gaming market towards PC gaming, citing the current PS5 distribution landscape as a factor in this consideration. This aligns with CEO Kim Hyung-Tae's confirmation that a PC version is under review, although specific release timing remains undisclosed due to contractual obligations. The company's public filings further support their intentions to launch a PC version and potentially a sequel.
Kim Hyung-Tae also emphasized the company’s focus on building a high-value IP with a strong global fanbase, avoiding potentially damaging monetization strategies like excessive microtransactions. This commitment to a positive player experience is further underscored by the planned updates and collaborations.
Upcoming Updates and Collaborations
The Stellar Blade roadmap includes several exciting updates, including a highly anticipated Photo Mode in August, new costumes in October, and a major collaboration later in the year. The collaboration with Goddess of Victory: NIKKE is already underway, with the company exploring opportunities for positive synergy between the two IPs.
Stellar Blade's Impressive Success
Stellar Blade's success has been undeniable. Shift Up estimates sales of approximately one million copies worldwide within two months of its launch in late April. The game achieved the number one spot in numerous major markets across sixty different stores as a PS5 exclusive, notably in the US and UK. Further cementing its success, Stellar Blade boasts the highest user rating for a PS5 exclusive on Metacritic, achieving a remarkable 9.2 out of 10.
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