Summary
PlayStation Plus Premium members now have access to a two-hour trial ofStellar Blade. The third person action game has gained a lot of traction as a PlayStation exclusive, and players have come to appreciate the deep combat mechanics and stunning visuals the game offers. Many fans ofStellar Bladeappear to be in agreement that they would like to see much more of the IP in some form, whether it is DLC or a sequel.
Stellar Bladehas quickly becomeone of Sony’s biggest hits. In the week of May 4, the game was able to climb the charts and outsellHelldivers 2, the other hit PlayStation release.Stellar Blade’sstatus as a hit appears to be leading it towards a similar path asHelldivers 2,with developer Shift Up considering a PC port for the release. The PC release ofHelldivers 2was crucial in the game becoming as popular as it has, which could mean a boost forStellar Blade’s success if Shift Up does decide to port the game.
A two-hour trial ofStellar Bladeis live for PlayStation Plus Premium members. If players decide to purchase the game after the trial, their save data will carry over, and fans recommend trying out the demo forStellar Bladefirst, since progress between it and the trial carries over as well. This may be the best strategy for players who are interested in maximizing their experience, sincePlayStation Plus Premiummembers will be able to get about four hours worth of free content by playing this way.
Stellar Blade Shows Promise for the Future
DeveloperShift Up appears to be just getting startedwhen it comes to capitalizing on the success of its hit title. Shift Up is planning a sequel, which has players excited. In addition to even moreStellar Bladeor a PC port, the developer is working on a separate release titledProject Witches, which may combine the gameplay of a release likeStellar Bladewith the lucrative and popular gacha format.
For a sequel, there seems to be plenty of room to build uponStellar Blade. Some players want even more depth to the combat, but in terms of critical reception, plenty ofreviews forStellar Bladenoted that the story felt underdeveloped. Some of this emphasis on its story could be because much ofStellar Bladeis inspired by theNierseries, which tends to be praised for its complex narratives. A sequel provides the perfect opportunity for improvement all around.
