New Updates Ignite Stellar Blade

Stellar Blade's recent summer update, launched July 25th, ignited a surge in PS5 players, boosting the game's active user base by over 40%! Discover the details behind this player count increase and the update's key features.

Stellar Blade's Summer Update Fuels Player Growth

A Summer Escape for Gamers

The July 25th update delivered a significant 40.14% increase in Stellar Blade's player count, according to data from TrueTrophies, in partnership with GameInsights, analyzing over 3.1 million active PSN accounts. This substantial growth is particularly noteworthy as the game wasn't on sale during the period, strongly suggesting the new content as the primary driver. While the anticipated photo mode remains absent, and the update's time-limited nature could be a factor, the positive player response is undeniable.

The update introduced a temporary summer-themed area within the Great Desert Oasis, featuring new music and sunbed interactions. Two summer-themed outfits were also added to Clyde's shop. Furthermore, several bugs were addressed, including a fix for the hair color issue in the Boss Challenge Preset.

Stellar Blade, released exclusively on PS5 on April 26th, 2024, has been well-received for its dynamic combat and impressive visuals. Despite some considering the summer update relatively minor, the enthusiastic community response demonstrates a successful re-engagement of players seeking a virtual summer escape.