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 key features.
Stellar Blade's Summer Update: A Player Count Boost
A Summer Escape for Gamers
Thanks to its summer update, Stellar Blade experienced a remarkable 40.14% increase in player count. This success is attributed to the update's new content, including bug fixes, stylish new outfits, and a limited-time event.
Data analysis by TrueTrophies, in partnership with GameInsights, using a sample of over 3.1 million active PSN accounts, confirmed this significant rise. The absence of a PS Store sale during the same period strongly suggests the player influx is directly linked to the update's appeal. While the highly anticipated photo mode remains absent, and the event is time-limited, the positive player response clearly demonstrates the update's effectiveness in re-engaging the fanbase.
The summer update features a temporary summer-themed area in the Great Desert Oasis, complete with new music and interactive sunbeds. Two new outfits, perfectly complementing the summer theme, are available for purchase from Clyde's shop. The update also includes various bug fixes, notably addressing a hair color issue in the Boss Challenge Preset.
Launched exclusively on PS5 on April 26th, 2024, Stellar Blade quickly gained recognition for its dynamic combat and impressive visuals. Despite some considering the summer update relatively minor, the overwhelmingly positive community reaction and player return highlight its success in providing a refreshing summer in-game experience.
