GamerTake
AI Powered Steam Review Summaries
Stellar Blade™
Action
Adventure
RPG
Single-player
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Steam Trading Cards
Adjustable Text Size
Camera Comfort
Color Alternatives
Custom Volume Controls
Adjustable Difficulty
Playable without Timed Input
DualShock Controller Support
DualShock Controller Support
DualShock Controller Support
DualShock Controller Support
Steam Input API Support
Stereo Sound
Subtitle Options
Surround Sound
Steam Cloud
Stats
HDR available
Family Sharing

Save humanity from extinction in post-apocalyptic action-adventure Stellar Blade™. Experience blistering combat and a twisting storyline as you unravel the mysteries of Earth’s downfall.

Developers: SHIFT UP Corporation
Publishers: PlayStation Publishing LLC (excluding China)
Release Date: Jun 11, 2025
Price (USD): $40.19
Current Players: 5.5k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Overwhelmingly Positive(95%)
combat system
visual design
soundtrack
optimization
graphics
exploration
difficulty spike
collectibles
story
platforming
open-world areas
fan-service
character development
The game's combat system and visuals are its standout features, praised for their complexity and beauty. However, players find the story and character development somewhat lacking and predictable. Some elements like platforming and exploration feel clunky, particularly in open-world areas that are perceived as barren. While the game presents heavy fan-service, which detracts from its immersion for some, the sound design and music are highly regarded. Overall, optimization and performance are excellent across various systems, contributing to a generally positive reception despite its flaws.

Positive Points

  • The game's combat system is frequently highlighted as a major strength, with many players praising its complexity and enjoyment. It incorporates elements from games like Dark Souls, Sekiro, and NieR: Automata.
  • Visual design and graphics are highly acclaimed; the game is described as beautiful and visually impressive, with detailed character models and environments.
  • The music and soundtrack receive significant praise, with many players noting it as a standout feature that enhances the overall atmosphere of the game.
  • Optimization for PC is well-received, with many players noting excellent performance and high framerates across different hardware configurations.

    • Negative Points

  • The story and character development are criticized for being predictable and lacking depth. Some reviews mention that it relies heavily on sci-fi and cyberpunk tropes.
  • Critics point out that platforming and exploration can feel clunky and are not as polished as the combat elements. Particular criticism is aimed at the large open-world areas for feeling empty and tedious.
  • The game is often noted for its excessive fan-service, with some players feeling that it detracts from the overall experience.

    • Mixed Points

  • While the game offers a vast array of collectibles, including outfits, the rewards for exploration are seen as lackluster by some players.
  • The game's difficulty spike towards the end is mentioned; some players enjoy the challenge, while others find it frustrating and unnecessarily hard.

    • Common Themes

  • Comparisons to other games like NieR: Automata and Souls-like games are common, with players noting its inspirations but feeling it doesn't always live up to them.
  • Fan-service is frequently mentioned, with many players acknowledging it as a core aspect of the game's design.
  • There is a strong focus on praising the game's technical performance and visual fidelity, even from those who have criticisms of its story and design choices.
    • Updated 6/26/2026, 12:01:55 AM UTC
    Leave feedback for this summary