June 26th 2024.
Shift Up, the Korean developer behind the hit PS5 exclusive game Stellar Blade, has announced its future plans for the franchise after selling over one million units worldwide. The game, which was released in April, initially faced controversy due to its main character's appearance and being the first console action game from Shift Up. However, despite these challenges, Stellar Blade proved to be a success and the developer is now looking towards its next steps.
During a recent press conference, Shift Up revealed their full roadmap for the franchise. They announced that in addition to the already released boss challenge mode, there will be a photo mode coming in August, new character skins in October, and an IP collaboration at the end of the year. While details about the collaboration have not yet been disclosed, the studio's previous game, Goddess Of Victory: Nikke, had a crossover with NieR: Automata last year, so fans are speculating that a similar crossover could happen with Stellar Blade.
The roadmap also mentioned plans for DLC and a sequel, although there is no specific timeline for their release. Shift Up CEO Hyung-Tae Kim hinted at a possible PC version of Stellar Blade, but stated that he couldn't share more details due to a contractual relationship, presumably with Sony. This news comes as no surprise, as the game's success has led to speculation about a potential PC release.
The possibility of a crossover with NieR seems even more likely as Kim and NieR creator Yoko Taro are friends and have previously discussed their preference for sexualized women in their games during an interview with IGN. Additionally, there has already been a crossover between NieR and Shift Up's mobile game, Goddess Of Victory: Nikke, making it seem like a natural fit for a crossover with Stellar Blade.
It's clear that Shift Up has big plans for Stellar Blade and aims to turn it into an ongoing franchise. However, it remains to be seen if the game will remain a PlayStation exclusive or if it will eventually be released on other platforms. Fans can stay updated on any future developments by following Shift Up on social media and signing up for their newsletter.
In the meantime, players can continue to enjoy the game and its upcoming updates, including the photo mode and new character skins. As Stellar Blade continues to grow and evolve, it will be exciting to see what new content and collaborations will be added to the game. Whether you're a fan of the game or just curious about its future, be sure to keep an eye out for any updates from Shift Up.
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