Stellar Blade Hits 1M Sales in 3 Days, Boosting PS5-to-PC Demand
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– Stellar Blade sold over one million copies on PC within three days and surpassed three million total sales across all platforms.
– The game reached a peak of 192,078 concurrent players on Steam, setting a record for South Korean single-player games.
– China drove most PC sales, aided by a localized Chinese dub and regional pricing, mirroring the success of Black Myth Wukong.
– Sony executives emphasized PlayStation as the “best place to play” but are exploring ways to expand their reach to other platforms.
– ShiftUp confirmed a Stellar Blade sequel is in development, with a planned release before 2027.
Stellar Blade has shattered sales records, surpassing one million PC copies sold in just 72 hours since launch. The action-packed title, developed by ShiftUp, has now crossed the three million mark across all platforms, cementing its status as a breakout hit. Steam charts reveal an impressive peak of over 192,000 concurrent players, nearly doubling its debut numbers, demonstrating explosive growth over its opening weekend.
This achievement sets a new benchmark for South Korean single-player games, a niche ShiftUp has dominated since the game’s initial PlayStation 5 release in April 2023. Industry experts point to China as the driving force behind the PC version’s success, where localized pricing and a dedicated Mandarin dub resonated strongly with players. The region’s enthusiasm mirrors last year’s phenomenon with Black Myth: Wukong, another title that captivated Chinese audiences on Steam.
The timing aligns with Sony’s recent strategy shift toward multiplatform releases. During a corporate discussion, executives emphasized PlayStation’s position as the premier gaming ecosystem while acknowledging efforts to expand accessibility. Hideaki Nishino and Hermen Hulst hinted at balancing exclusivity with broader outreach, though specifics remain under wraps.
Fans eager for more won’t have to wait indefinitely. ShiftUp confirmed in May that a sequel is underway, targeting a 2027 release window. While details are scarce, the studio’s track record suggests another high-octane adventure is in the works. For now, the original’s staggering sales prove that premium single-player experiences still command massive audiences when executed with precision.
(Source: EUROGAMER)
