Shift Up, the developer behind Stellar Blade, has announced record-breaking financial results for 2024. Stellar Blade generated $43 million in royalties, and the upcoming PC version is projected to surpass PlayStation 5 sales.
Game World Observer reports that Shift Up's 2024 revenue reached $151.4 million, a 30.4% year-on-year increase. A significant portion of this, $43.2 million, stems directly from Stellar Blade royalties.
The company anticipates continued success, predicting stronger PC sales than the console version, particularly within the Asian gaming market. Shift Up also plans to unveil its new title, Project Witches, in the first half of 2025. While highly anticipated, this new game isn't the Stellar Blade sequel many fans are hoping for.
Project Witches was announced in 2024, shortly after Stellar Blade's PS5 launch, preempting significant demand for a sequel. However, Shift Up has indicated that a future installment in the Stellar Blade franchise is under consideration.
Stellar Blade, a fast-paced action RPG, puts players in the role of Eve as she fights to reclaim Earth from mysterious invaders. The game received a 7/10 rating from IGN and achieved considerable commercial success, selling over one million copies. Our review highlighted the game's strong action elements but noted shortcomings in character development, narrative, and RPG mechanics.