Stellar Blade DLC Expansion Unveiled

Stellar Blade's highly anticipated update, including Photo Mode and NieR: Automata DLC, has unfortunately introduced some critical bugs. However, developer Shift Up is actively working on a hotfix. Let's delve into the details.

Stellar Blade Update: Game-Breaking Issues and the Upcoming Hotfix

Shift Up Addresses Critical Bugs

Stellar Blade's Patch 1.009, while delivering the much-requested Photo Mode and the exciting NieR: Automata crossover content, has also brought several game-breaking problems. Players are reporting softlocks during a specific main quest in an earlier dungeon, preventing progression. Further issues include game crashes when using the Photo Mode's selfie function and visual glitches with new cosmetic items on Eve.

Shift Up has confirmed they're developing a hotfix to address these problems. They strongly advise against attempting to force quest progression; patience is key to avoid potential permanent softlocks even after the patch is released.

NieR: Automata Collaboration and New Photo Mode

Patch 1.009 brings a wealth of new content, most notably the NieR: Automata collaboration. As detailed on the PlayStation Blog, the collaboration, born from mutual respect between directors Kim Hyung Tae and Yoko Taro, resulted in 11 exclusive items. Players can find these by locating Emil, the NieR character who has set up shop within Stellar Blade's world.

The much-requested Photo Mode finally arrives, allowing players to capture stunning images of Eve and her companions. New photo challenges further enhance this feature.

Complementing Photo Mode, Eve receives four new outfits and a new accessory (unlocked after completing a specific ending) that modifies Tachy Mode's appearance. A "No Ponytail" option has been added for increased customization. Additional improvements include lip-sync support for six more languages, improved auto-aim and bullet magnet functionality for the instant death skill, and various smaller bug fixes for a more polished experience.