Stellar Blade Final PC Hey everyone! Mush here, back with another video—and now, an in-depth blog post—to bring you the final updates on Stellar Blade ahead of its much-anticipated PC release. It’s been a long time coming, and there’s a lot of excitement building around this game. So, let’s dive into everything you need to know: preload details, patch notes, pre-order pricing, and why Stellar Blade might be one of the best PC ports in recent years.
Preload Now Available: 58GB Download
If you’ve been waiting to jump in, good news: preloads for Stellar Blade are now live! The download size clocks in at 57.93 GB, so make sure you’ve got enough space on your SSD or hard drive. The official release time is set for 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time tomorrow, so don’t get caught staying up until midnight tonight expecting the game to unlock. Go ahead, get some sleep, finish that assignment, or enjoy your day—Stellar Blade will be ready for you at 6 p.m. sharp.
Pre-Order Prices: Instant Gaming Deals
For those who haven’t pre-ordered yet, Instant Gaming has some great deals:
- Complete Edition: $67
- Standard Edition: $52
Most of the players I’ve spoken to are opting for the Complete Edition, and for good reason: Shift Up has built up a ton of goodwill by consistently delivering quality and listening to their community.
Demo Patch Notes: Smooth Sailing for PC Players
Shift Up is going the extra mile by even patching the demo just before launch—an incredibly reassuring sign for PC players. The recent demo patch fixes include:
- UI elements not displaying correctly on AZERTY keyboards.
- Keybinding resets when cancelling configuration.
- Exospine and gear positions on 21:9 ultrawide monitors.
- Various other bug fixes and optimizations.
This level of attention to detail bodes well for the full game’s PC release.
Performance and Optimization: Stellar Blade Shines
One of the standout features of Stellar Blade is its exceptional optimization. Even on a $400 pre-built PC running an RX 580, the game performs beautifully. For those wondering, Stellar Blade runs on Unreal Engine 4, not UE5—which means better performance on a wide range of systems without sacrificing visuals.
In contrast, we’ve seen other high-profile titles (like Doom: The Dark Ages) struggle on older hardware, locking out potential players. Stellar Blade’s approach—ensuring compatibility with devices like the Steam Deck and ROG Ally—means everyone can join the fun, regardless of their setup.
Building Community Trust: Stellar Blade’s PC Strategy
Unlike some recent disappointments (looking at you, Spider-Man 2 and The Last of Us Part One) that arrived on PC in rough shape and with little transparency, Shift Up has been open and communicative about Stellar Blade’s PC release. That’s a refreshing change—and it builds trust.
And the hype? It’s real. According to SteamDB, Stellar Blade has 110,000 followers ahead of release. To put that in perspective:
- Last of Us Part Two: 37,000 followers pre-launch
- Assassin’s Creed Shadows: 37,000 followers pre-launch
- Ghost of Tsushima: 98,000 followers pre-launch
Stellar Blade is in elite company and likely to surpass even Ghost of Tsushima’s peak concurrent player count of 77,000. That’s no small feat for a new IP.
Final Thoughts: A New IP That’s Here to Stay
Stellar Blade Final PC is shaping up to be a massive success story—a character-driven action game with slick visuals, stylish combat, a killer soundtrack, and a rock-solid PC port. Even if this genre isn’t usually your cup of tea, the game’s polish and developer transparency deserve respect.
It’s proof that with the right approach—building goodwill, offering demos, patching issues quickly, and optimizing for a broad range of hardware—studios can launch PC games that thrive.