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Stellar Blade: Blood Rain's AI music video should be viewed with "understanding in mind", says studio boss

The CEO of Stellar Blade developer, Shift Up, has taken to social media to respond to players criticising the release of an AI-generated music video promoting a sequel to the company's breakout hit, Blood Rain.

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Shift Up CEO Defends Stellar Blade: Blood Rain AI Music Video Against Player Backlash

The CEO of Shift Up has responded to backlash surrounding the release of an AI-generated music video promoting Stellar Blade’s sequel game, Blood Rain.

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Stellar Blade: Blood Rain Dev Shift Up Releases Entirely AI-Generated K-Pop Music Video Starring Evie and Pretty Much Everyone Hates It

Stellar Blade: Blood Rain developer Shift Up has sparked a backlash for releasing an entirely AI-generated music video starring protagonist Evie.

IGN / Wesley Yin-Poole

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‘Are we deadass?’ fans react to official AI-generated Stellar Blade music video

Stellar Blade: Blood Rain's AI-generated music video is tempering fan excitement

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Stellar Blade: Blood Rain Dev Hints At Potential Day One Xbox Release

"We just want to reach out to as many fans as possible". One of the games that we didn't even talk about following last Tuesday's PlayStation State of Play event was Stellar Blade: Blood Rain, as no platforms were revealed for it, and the original game was a launch exclusive for PS5. It sounds like things are going to be different this time around though, as developer Shift Up has announced it will be self-publishing Blood Rain, whereas Sony Interactive Entertainment published the original. Read

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Shift Up CEO Explains Design of Stellar Blade: Blood Rain's New Main Character

The boss of Stellar Blade: Blood Rain developer Shift Up has discussed the design of new main character Evie, highlighting the differences between her and the protagonist of the first game, Eve.

IGN / Wesley Yin-Poole

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Stellar Blade: BLOOD RAIN director says new heroine Evie is being built to be loved for more than just her looks, using lessons learned from Goddess of Victory: NIKKE 

Stellar Blade director and Shift Up CEO Hyung-Tae Kim talks about new sequel protagonist Evie.

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Stellar Blade Dev Explains New Hero Design, Praises Sony's Publishing Support

"She fights in a very tough manner". In the aftermath of Stellar Blade: Blood Rain’s reveal this week, Shift Up boss Hyung-Tae Kim has been chatting with Korean media about the game. Among the most interesting quotes, he discussed the design of new heroine Evie, who’s replacing established character Eve. (Although I suspect the latter will still appear in the game.) Read the full article on pushsquare.com

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Stellar Blade: Blood Rain's Reveal Is Allegedly Riddled with Generative AI

Not like this. As a massive fan of Stellar Blade I take no pleasure in writing this, but it does appear that the reveal trailer for new game Blood Rain and its associated key art is riddled with generative AI. Fans have pointed to various examples, from the look of protagonist Evie through to some nonsensical architecture in the key art, but Chinese players have perhaps spotted the biggest telltale sign. Read the full article on pushsquare.com

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Stellar Blade: Blood Rain Dev Comments on Launch Platform Plans

Stellar Blade: Blood Rain developer Shift Up says nothing is decided on day one platforms, leaving the door open to Xbox Series, PC, and PS5.

IGN / Wesley Yin-Poole

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Stellar Blade Blood Rain takes a big swing with a Summer Game Fest reveal trailer

Stellar Blade Blood Rain has just been revealed at Summer Game Fest, with an action-packed new gameplay trailer.

Eurogamer / Connor Makar

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Stellar Blade Blood Rain Revealed With Debut Trailer

Shift Up has announced Stellar Blade 2 alongside a debut trailer at Summer Game Fest 2026.

IGN / Wesley Yin-Poole

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