Stellar Blade Dev Shift Up Posts Record Year, Sales of PC Version Still Expected to Outsell PS5

Shift Up, the developer behind Stellar Blade, has announced a record-breaking year, with the game generating $43 million in royalties. The company's 2024 financial report shows a 30.4% year-over-year revenue increase, reaching $151.4 million, a significant portion attributable to Stellar Blade's success. Further growth is anticipated, with Shift Up projecting PC sales to surpass those of the PlayStation 5 version, particularly within the Asian market.

While a Stellar Blade sequel remains under consideration, Shift Up is focusing on its upcoming title, Project Witches, slated for a reveal in the first half of 2025. Project Witches was initially unveiled in 2024, preceding significant demand for a Stellar Blade follow-up.

Stellar Blade, a fast-paced action RPG, puts players in the role of Eve as she fights to reclaim Earth from unknown invaders. The game, which sold over a million copies, received a 7/10 rating from IGN, praised for its core action gameplay but criticized for its characters, narrative, and some RPG mechanics. IGN's review stated, "Stellar Blade excels in key action game elements, but underdeveloped characters, a weak story, and frustrating RPG mechanics hinder its potential to reach the genre's top tier."