Stellar Blade

Impulse GamerAndrew Paul

The hit PlayStation 5 game Stellar Blade has sliced its way onto the PC and more importantly, it works on a whole range of different system configurations,

The OuterHavenScott Adams

In 2019, the world was introduced to a new game and character named Project Eve. Years went by, and eventually, the game resurfaced with a new name known as Stellar Blade. The game was also hit with controversy for being a PS5 console exclusive since the game was initially announced…

Analog Stick GamingJeff Young

9.5/10

Stellar Blade is the console debut for Shift Up, a studio that has delivered one of the best games on the platform. From its stylish combat and design, Stellar Blade is a solid action game that brings a ton of variety in its exploration and combat, resulting in a damn-near masterpiece.

NoobFeedPlacid

91/100

Steel, style, and substance: Stellar Blade finds its true form on PC.

Press StartHarry Kalogirou

9/10

Stellar Blade recalls the classic era of character-action games in truly inspired fashion. It might struggle to deliver on its core narrative, and its platforming is often more frustrating than it isn't, but neither of those things are enough to bring down a thoroughly enjoyable action experience. It wears its inspirations on its sleeve, but manages to build on them in engaging fashion with a deliciously layered combat system and gorgeous presentation to boot.

GamingTrendHenry Viola

90/100

Despite not vibing too well with the demo, we were utterly in love with Stellar Blade by the time the credits rolled. Shift Up has done a tremendous job with their first triple A project and sets a high bar for modern action role playing games. There are some pacing issues, and the narrative's delivery stumbles, but the game as a whole is near perfect: the themes, the visuals, the music, the combat, the exploration, the world, and the technical performance. A modern masterpiece.

GameLusterTim Jewett

9/10

Offering superb combat and rewarding exploration, Stellar Blade is let down only slightly by somewhat flat voice acting, odd quality of life oversights, and a narrative that has a full skeleton, but wants for more meat on the bone. Hopefully a sequel can smooth out these rough edges.

But Why ThoMatt Sowinski

8.5/10

While not without flaws, Stellar Blade‘s PC version is the definitive version of the game, thanks to the upgrades and all the included content. The game remains fun and engaging a year later, with the experience only getting better.

Steam Deck HQOnat Esendağ

8/10

Stellar Blade may fall short in story, but the gameplay more than makes up for it, and it can run quite well on the Steam Deck.

GGReconJack Roberts

Stellar Blade is an exceptionally well-crafted game that has learned from its influences and honed their teachings to a highly polished standard that can only be commended. The fluidity of its combat is something special. A perfect conglomeration of the flow of NieR: Automata with the cadence and rhythm of Sekiro’s parrying.

PC GamerMollie Taylor

68/100

Exciting combat and a plethora of sexy costumes can't totally save Stellar Blade's middling story and occasionally questionable level design.

RPGamerAlex Fuller

Stellar Blade makes a bold first impression with its standout visuals. But does it have the narrative and gameplay chops to back it up?