Stellar Blade Holiday Update Makes It Feel Naughtier or Nicer

Stellar Blade's Festive Holiday Update: A Cozy Christmas in Xion

Stellar Blade is decking the halls (and Xion) for the holidays with a new event launching December 17th. This update brings festive cheer, new outfits, and a seasonal mini-game. Let's dive into the details.

Holiday-Themed Outfits and Customization:

Eve, Adam, and even the Drone get festive makeovers! New outfits include:

• Santa Dress (Eve)
• Rudolph Pack (Drone)
• I'm No Santa (Adam)

Eve's holiday look can be further personalized with a Santa Girl hairstyle and accessories like Snow Crystal Glasses, Wreath Earrings, and Sleigh Ear Cuffs.

A Festive Xion and Mini-Game:

Xion transforms into a winter wonderland, adorned with warm lights and holiday decorations. Eve's camp and The Last Gulp also receive festive makeovers, complemented by new seasonal BGM ("Dawn (Winter)" and "Take Me Away").

A new mini-game adds to the holiday fun. While details are scarce, it involves targeting a holiday-themed drone for special rewards.

Control Your Festive Fun:

The update introduces an option to toggle seasonal content on or off, including the Nier:Automata DLC. This is found in the game's Settings under Gameplay, with three options:

• Auto: Automatically enables or disables seasonal content based on the season.
• Disable: Deactivates seasonal content regardless of the season.
• Enable: Activates seasonal content regardless of the season.

Note: Changing this setting requires a game restart.

Mixed Reception:

While largely well-received, with many fans embracing "Christmas Eve," some players expressed concerns about the frequency of event updates in a single-player game with a relatively short playtime (around 30 hours). The need to restart the game to fully experience seasonal content is a point of contention for some.

This update offers a fun, festive experience for Stellar Blade players. However, the impact of the short playtime on the enjoyment of these seasonal events is a valid point to consider. For more on Stellar Blade, check out our dedicated article!