What was once an under-the-radar PlayStation game is shaping up to be 2024’s most controversial title.

This is the strange story of Stellar Blade.

So what makes this particular game so divisive?

Stellar Blade

Well, it comes down to a few things.

Previously, Shift Up primarily developed mobile titles likeGoddess of VictoryandDestiny Child.

Mind you, Shift Up has never shied away from that aspect of their games.

That statement gets to the heart of this situation.

Theres a bit more to this story than that, though.

Undoubtedly, that history of conflict is contributing to this controversy to some degree.

As noted above,Stellar Blades developers are certainly not shying away from that aspect of the title.

That may be the most fascinating thing about this story.

Yes, there are those who supportStellar Bladeand those who criticize who are currently arguing online.

Such is the state of online discourse.

Whether any of that contributes to the games sales or quality remains to be seen.