Stellar Blade PC Release Date Confirmed For 2025

Stellar Blade: 2025 PC Release Confirmed – But With a Catch?

Initially a PlayStation exclusive, Stellar Blade is officially coming to PC in 2025! This announcement follows earlier speculation and confirms SHIFT UP's plans for expanding the game's reach. However, a potential PSN requirement casts a shadow on this exciting news.

PC Release in 2025: A Strategic Move

SHIFT UP, the developer, confirmed the PC release date following investor inquiries about platform expansion. Their decision is driven by the booming PC gaming market and the success of other PC titles. The company aims to maintain Stellar Blade's popularity through this expansion, alongside upcoming DLC (a collaboration with NieR: Automata) and a Photo Mode, both launching November 20th.

The PSN Question: A Potential Roadblock

Stellar Blade's status as a Sony-published title, and SHIFT UP's second-party developer relationship with Sony, raises concerns about a potential PSN account requirement for PC players. This would unfortunately exclude players in regions without access to PSN. While Sony cites "safety" for live-service games as justification, this practice is also applied to single-player titles, prompting questions about its necessity.

The uncertainty surrounding the PSN requirement is significant. While SHIFT UP retains IP ownership, the possibility remains. A mandatory PSN link could severely impact PC sales, potentially hindering SHIFT UP's goal of surpassing console sales.

The Future of Stellar Blade on PC

The 2025 PC release of Stellar Blade is welcome news for many gamers, but the potential PSN requirement remains a significant unknown. We will need to wait for further clarification from SHIFT UP and Sony. In the meantime, you can read our review of the game (link to review would go here).