Stellar Blade to Receive Nier: Automata DLC, Photo Mode, and New Updates on November 20

Exciting news for fans of the action-adventure game Stellar Blade: the highly anticipated Nier: Automata DLC is set to release on November 20. This DLC is part of a larger update that promises to enrich the game’s world with new content and features. According to the PlayStation Blog, the DLC will introduce Emil, a character from Nier: Automata, who will bring his shop to the world of Stellar Blade. Players will be able to acquire 11 different collaboration-special items from Emil’s Shop, which are designed to blend the best elements of both games.

The update also includes the long-awaited Photo Mode, which was initially planned for release in August but was delayed. This feature will allow players to pose characters and capture memorable moments in the game. Additionally, four new outfits for the protagonist Eve and a new accessory called the Symbol of Legacy will be added. The Symbol of Legacy will change the appearance and presentation of the Tachy Mode. Players will also have the option to remove Eve’s ponytail, adding more customization to her character.

Further enhancements include lip-sync support for six additional languages: French, Spanish, Italian, German, Portuguese, and Latin American Spanish. This update follows previous improvements, such as the addition of PS5 Pro support in the 1.008 update. The collaboration between Stellar Blade’s director Kim Hyung Tae and Nier: Automata director Yoko Taro has been highlighted as a key factor in the success of this DLC, marked by mutual respect and creativity.

Stellar Blade, released in April 2024, has been a significant success for developer Shift Up, selling over a million copies and receiving positive reviews with an average score of 82 on OpenCritic. The game’s blend of action and science fiction elements, inspired by sources such as Alita: Battle Angel and 80s and 90s science fiction, has resonated well with gamers.