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Stellar Blade: BLOOD RAIN announcedSHIFT UP has announced Stellar Blade: BLOOD RAIN, the next installment in the action-adventure franchise. The new title will feature a new protagonist named Evie and expand upon the universe established in the original Stellar Blade. Platforms and a release date have not yet been announced.
Stellar Blade: BLOOD RAIN announcedDeveloper SHIFT UP has announced Stellar Blade: BLOOD RAIN, a new sequel currently in early development. While the reveal trailer showcased the game running on PC, official platforms and a release date have not yet been confirmed.
Everything Announced at Summer Game Fest 2026Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased a multitude of game announcements, including Resident Evil: Veronica Remake, Alien Isolation 2, and a new Cuphead game. Fumito Ueda's GenAtlas, a new Mortal Shell sequel, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin were also revealed. The event also featured updates and release dates for titles like Stranger Than Heaven, Palworld, and Final Fantasy VII Revelation, with a surprise appearance by Tifa in Street Fighter 6.
Summer Game Fest Live 2026: All The Biggest Announcements And GamesSummer Game Fest Live 2026 showcased a multitude of new game announcements and trailers. Highlights included reveals for Resident Evil: Code Veronica Remake, Alien Isolation 2, Gen Atlas, Stranger Than Heaven, and the final chapter of the Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy, Final Fantasy VII Revelation. Several studios also debuted new titles and updates for existing franchises, covering a wide range of genres.
Everything announced at Summer Game Fest 2026Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased a multitude of new game announcements and trailers, including Resident Evil Veronica remake, Alien: Isolation 2, genAtlas, Stranger Than Heaven, and the highly anticipated Final Fantasy 7: Revelation. Several developers also revealed new projects, such as PlatinumGames' Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin and RGG Studio's Virtua Fighter: Crossroads. The event also featured updates on existing titles like Palworld and Fortnite, alongside reveals for new entries in franchises like Guild Wars and Monster Hunter.
『勝利の女神：NIKKE』最新バージョン「BITTER SPICE」まもなく実装！揺らぐ絆、その先に待つものは――Level Infinite and SHIFT UP announced that the latest update for the Gun Girl RPG 勝利の女神：NIKKE, titled "BITTER SPICE," will be implemented on May 28, 2026. This update introduces new SSR Nikke characters 'Purika' and 'Trina,' along with new costumes and various in-game events, including a story event also named 'BITTER SPICE' and a 7 Days Login event.
Goddess of Victory: Nikke anime short Episode 1 revealedSHIFT UP has revealed the first episode of an animated short series for their popular RPG Goddess of Victory: Nikke, titled 'Outpost: Off-Duty Tales'. Episode 1, 'The Counters', features characters Commander, Anis, Neon, and Rapi. The game also recently surpassed $1 billion in revenue.
Sony's PlayStation State of Play is back, with over an hour of news and announcements, including Marvel's Wolverine — here are three other games I hope to seeSony's PlayStation State of Play event is scheduled for June 2, 2026, and will feature over an hour of content, including a deep dive into Insomniac Games' Marvel's Wolverine. The showcase is also being screened at Alamo Drafthouse theaters, hinting at significant announcements beyond Wolverine. The article speculates on potential reveals for Dragon's Dogma 2 expansion, Stellar Blade 2, and Grand Theft Auto 6.
PlayStation reportedly confirms end of PC support for major single-player games as CEO commits to console exclusivityPlayStation Studios CEO Hermen Hulst has reportedly confirmed that major single-player narrative games will now remain exclusive to PlayStation consoles, ending the practice of releasing them on PC. This new strategy means titles like God of War and Marvel's Spider-Man will not be ported to PC after their console debut. While some multiplayer or independently published titles may still see PC releases, the company is prioritizing its console hardware for its flagship single-player experiences.
Goddess of Victory: NIKKE Animated Shorts Start Airing This WeekShift Up has announced an animated shorts series for Goddess of Victory: NIKKE titled 'Outpost: Off-Duty Tales,' set to begin airing on May 22, 2026. These shorts will focus on the everyday, relaxing moments of the characters, contrasting with the game's usual tone. The first episode will feature the squad 'The Counters,' consisting of Anis, Neon, and Rapi, alongside Modernia.
With Stellar Blade 2's Reveal Near, Real-Life Eve Returned to Dev Shift UpKorean model Shin Jae-eun, who was scanned for the character Eve in Stellar Blade, has visited developer Shift Up. News regarding the sequel, Stellar Blade 2, is expected later this year. While Shift Up will self-publish the sequel, Sony is still expected to be involved in marketing.
Hit PS5 Exclusive’s Highly Anticipated Sequel to Be Revealed SoonShift Up has announced that the sequel to their PlayStation 5 exclusive action-adventure game, Stellar Blade, will be revealed in 2026. The studio plans to self-publish the sequel to control its marketing strategy and reach a global audience on all platforms from day one, diverging from their previous publishing deal with Sony Interactive Entertainment.
Stellar Blade studio Shift Up to self-publish sequelShift Up, the developer of Stellar Blade, announced plans to self-publish the game's sequel, moving away from Sony's publishing model. This shift aims to allow the studio more control over marketing and direct communication with players. The sequel is expected to release on multiple platforms, potentially including Xbox and Nintendo Switch, with further details anticipated within the year.- "Stellar Blade 2" vill nå fler – skippar Sony som utgivareShift Up, the developer of Stellar Blade, is considering making its next title, potentially Stellar Blade 2, a multi-platform release and self-published. This strategy aims to maximize sales and reach a broader audience from day one, diverging from Sony's role as publisher for the original PlayStation 5 exclusive.
- Business and FinanceShift Up announced it will self-publish Stellar Blade 2 to reach a global audience immediately, diverging from Sony's previous publishing role for the first game. Separately, PLAYSTUDIOS, Inc. released its first-quarter financial results.
- Shift Up will self-publish the Stellar Blade sequelShift Up has announced that it will self-publish the sequel to Stellar Blade, a title previously published by Sony as a PlayStation 5 exclusive. This indicates a shift in publishing strategy for the developer.
Stellar Blade developer says its “exploring further platform expansion” for first gameStellar Blade developer Shift Up is exploring options to bring the action game to additional platforms beyond its initial PlayStation 5 and PC release. The company, which will self-publish the sequel, is actively investigating further platform expansion for the original title.
Stellar Blade studio Shift Up breaks from publishing partner Sony for "high-quality self-publishing"South Korean developer Shift Up, known for Stellar Blade, has announced plans to self-publish its upcoming title Stellar Blade 2. This strategic shift away from publishing partner Sony aims to allow the studio greater control over marketing and IP identity. Shift Up also recently acquired Unbound, a studio founded by Shinji Mikami.- Stellar Blade 2 will be self-published, allowing marketing strategies based on franchise’s ‘unique appeal’Developer Shift Up has announced that the sequel to Stellar Blade will be self-published, allowing the studio to control marketing strategies and leverage the franchise's unique appeal. The company stated that development is progressing smoothly and aims to reach a broader global audience with improved results compared to the first game, which was a timed exclusive for PlayStation.
The next Stellar Blade probably won't be PS5 exclusive, as developer Shift Up reveals intention to self-publish and reach a broader audienceDeveloper Shift Up has indicated that the next Stellar Blade game may not be a PlayStation 5 exclusive, as the company plans to self-publish and reach a wider audience. While not explicitly stated, the company's report suggests a move towards multi-platform releases, potentially including PC, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch 2, to maximize sales and leverage the established IP.