Stellar Blade sequel eyed for multi‑platform launch as Shift Up moves to self‑publish

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Shift Up signals that the next Stellar Blade is unlikely to be PS5 exclusive, opting for self-publishing to reach a global audience from day one. In its Q1 2026 report, the developer outlines a first‑party service model to better market the IP and expand to PC, Xbox, and Switch 2, with details to be revealed later this year. The move follows the first game's PC success and broader interest in non‑Sony platforms, suggesting the franchise may go multi‑platform beyond PS5.
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