Stellar Blade has been getting a lot of praise and hate for its beautiful female main character and the many 30+ outfits you can acquire for free in the game. I'll just say this to get it out of the way- Yes, she looks good, and yes, it has a positive impact on the game.
That said, you play as Eve, a member of the 7th airborne unit, sent to earth to fight against alien like creatures to take back the planet and restore mankind. Upon arrival to Earth, your whole unit is killed in battle, with Eve being the lone survivor. Eve is saved, repaired, and begins working with Adam and other members of the last human settlement. The story is pretty good, and there are some twists and discoveries that make the story better as you go.
Gameplay is where this game really shines. Combat is fast, technical, and not spammy at all. It's like the perfect mix of Nier Automata and Darksouls. You get in a combo, and then counter and dodge, or be punished. While in combat, your attacks and counters will build up beta energy, which is used for powerful special attacks that can stun and lower the defenses of your enemies. Hitting multiple perfect blocks in a row feel so dang good in this game! Outside of combat, there is a pretty good-sized world to explore with lots of items, collectibles, puzzles, and mini bosses to be discovered. The world is so fun to explore and the scan feature on the drone makes finding items so much better.
Lastly the music and visuals......what can I say, the game looks great, and the music is top tier. There are 3 visual options, but balanced is the best as the picture is clear, and 99% of the time the game is running 60fps. They really used the power of the PS5 on the visuals and I wish more games would follow suit (looking at you Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth). Also, Eve visually looks stunning, and you can tell they put in a lot of effort to make her. Her movements are smooth, and I encourage those who say she is unrealistic to watch some of the behind-the-scenes mocap work done for her. The music is so good, it reminds me of the soundtracks for Nier Automata with beautiful vocals and relaxing melody's that you could listen to for hours. The boss battle songs are epic, and when you hear the metal music start playing, you get so pumped up. I think this game will win an award for the music, no joke.
Overall excellent game with lots of content and high replayability value. Please do not play on easy, normal is perfect for this game. I would give it a 9/10.
Stellar Blade - PlayStation 5
4.7 | 999 ratings
Price: 47.99
Last update: 01-20-2025
About this item
Stunning PS5 visuals: Explore vibrant futuristic environments, and engage with a cast of original friends and foes from the creative minds of the SHIFT UP team, led by renowned artist Kim Hyung Tae.
Ultra high-speed SSD: Explore new locations, overcome powerful enemies, and encounter jaw-dropping revelations as you advance relentlessly through EVE’s mission with lightning-fast load times.
Adaptive triggers: Unleash devastating yet graceful acrobatic moves, and interact with the technological remnants of an abandoned Earth using the DualSense wireless controller’s adaptive triggers.
Haptic feedback: Feel the thrill of combat as your blade slashes its way to victory, with sensations enriched by the DualSense wireless controller’s responsive vibrations.
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Ultra high-speed SSD: Explore new locations, overcome powerful enemies, and encounter jaw-dropping revelations as you advance relentlessly through EVE’s mission with lightning-fast load times.
Adaptive triggers: Unleash devastating yet graceful acrobatic moves, and interact with the technological remnants of an abandoned Earth using the DualSense wireless controller’s adaptive triggers.
Haptic feedback: Feel the thrill of combat as your blade slashes its way to victory, with sensations enriched by the DualSense wireless controller’s responsive vibrations.
Users Interact, In-Game Purchases
Product information
| UPC | 711719567998 |
|---|---|
| ASIN | B0CTVK7GBM |
| Release date | April 26, 2024 |
| Customer Reviews |
4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars
(999)
4.8 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #262 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #11 in PlayStation 5 Games |
| Product Dimensions | 0.58 x 6.68 x 5.34 inches; 2.4 ounces |
| Type of item | Video Game |
| Language | English |
| Rated | Mature |
| Item Weight | 2.39 ounces |
| Manufacturer | Sony Interactive Entertainment |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Date First Available | February 7, 2024 |
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