Stellar Blade2 min read

Stellar Blade

action character-action
Platform
PlayStation 5
Hours Played
27 hours
Rating
Completion

Main story completed

Stellar Blade

This is stylish action with precise combat. It combines character action with exploration and progression.

The combat is the star here. Timing parries, dodging, and chaining combos feels great once you get the rhythm. The skill tree has meaningful upgrades that change how you fight. Boss fights are multi-phase, readable, and challenging, while exploration breaks up the action and rewards curiosity.

I think the way the game balances action with exploration is impressive. The combat feels tight, and the way it rewards mastery is satisfying.

The story provides context without overwhelming gameplay. World-building hints at lore, and character interactions add personality. It’s not the main draw but gives motivation, and the way it balances story with gameplay is effective.

The game looks great. It has detailed character models, distinct environments, stylish combat animations, and a soundtrack that matches the action. The way everything looks and sounds reinforces the game’s stylish action identity. PS5 Pro performance is excellent.

This game commits to its action focus and rewards engaging with combat systems. It’s the kind of game that proves character action games can still be engaging, and the way it balances style with substance is impressive. It made me want to keep playing.