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A Defining Milestone for Shift Up
Stellar Blade 2 has officially been confirmed by Shift Up, following the breakout success of the original game. The South Korean studio, best known for mobile hit NIKKE, positioned Stellar Blade as proof it could deliver a true AAA console and PC experience. With strong sales, critical praise, and widespread community support, that gamble clearly paid off, paving the way for a sequel.
Development Officially Underway
The news of Stellar Blade 2 arrived in Shift Up’s latest financial report. According to the studio, the sequel will continue the action-RPG foundations of the first game while expanding its lore, worldbuilding, and character-driven storytelling. Gameplay refinements are also a priority, with Shift Up aiming to deliver a smoother and more ambitious combat system.
Though details remain limited, confirmation of development marks the start of a new chapter for one of 2023’s standout new IPs.
Beyond the Sequel: A Larger IP Vision
Shift Up’s ambitions for Stellar Blade 2 extend beyond its role as a direct sequel. The studio has expressed interest in building Stellar Blade into a multimedia franchise, though specific adaptations have yet to be revealed.
In its development roadmap, Stellar Blade 2 is set to release ahead of Project Spirits, an original IP currently slated for 2027. This places the sequel as the company’s primary focus in the near term.
What’s Next for EVE and Stellar Blade 2?
For fans, Stellar Blade 2 promises a more expansive journey for protagonist EVE, with deeper narrative exploration, refined gameplay systems, and potentially new settings to explore. Whether or not Shift Up delivers on its bold ambitions, the confirmation of a sequel cements Stellar Blade as the studio’s flagship franchise moving into the next decade.
