Stellar Blade Summer Update Makes It Hotter

Stellar Blade's July 25th summer update 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 features.

Stellar Blade's Summer Update: A Player Count Surge

A Summer Escape for Players

Thanks to its summer update, Stellar Blade experienced a remarkable 40.14% increase in players. This update delivered bug fixes, stylish new outfits, and a limited-time event.

Data from a sample of over 3.1 million active PSN accounts, accessed through TrueTrophies' partnership with GameInsights, revealed this significant player count jump. The data tracked player activity across PS5 and PS4 games, clearly showing Stellar Blade's popularity surge post-update.

The lack of a PS Store sale last week strongly suggests that the increased player count is directly attributable to the new content. While the anticipated photo mode remains absent, and the event is time-limited, the positive player response demonstrates the update's success in re-engaging the fanbase.

The summer update introduced a temporary summer vacation area in the Great Desert Oasis, featuring new music and sunbed interactions. Two themed outfits were added to Clyde's shop. The update also included crucial bug fixes, addressing issues such as the hair color in the Boss Challenge Preset.

Launched exclusively on PS5 on April 26th, 2024, Stellar Blade quickly earned praise for its dynamic combat and impressive visuals. Despite some considering the summer update relatively minor, the overwhelmingly positive community reaction and return of many players seeking a virtual summer escape speaks volumes.