Shift Up has recently deployed a new update, version 1.3.0, for Stellar Blade across both PC and PS5 platforms. While this patch introduces various enhancements and bug fixes, a significant number of PC players are encountering difficulties launching the game via Steam subsequent to its installation.
The release of PC version 1.3.0, accompanied by its full patch notes, has been met with mixed reactions. Although many users appreciate the ongoing quality-of-life improvements, a notable concern has surfaced from some players who report that this specific update prevents Stellar Blade from starting on Steam.
Reports on the game`s Steam forums indicate widespread frustration, with players stating that the game, which previously ran without issues, now fails to launch after the update. Comments include: “Game won`t load now… I was playing 20 minutes before the update and now it won`t launch,” and “I downloaded the 1.3.0 patch and ran the game, but it suddenly stopped working. I reinstalled it and ran it again, but it still won`t work. It worked fine before the patch.”
In response to these emerging issues, a Stellar Blade developer, identified as `Wolfcastle` on Steam, suggested a potential solution. According to Wolfcastle, the problem might stem from an incompatibility with `UE4SS` or other game modifications. Players were advised to “completely remove these files and see if the issue persists.” However, some players have reported that even after removing all mods, the problem persists.
As of now, Shift Up has not issued an official statement regarding this specific launch bug. Nevertheless, a temporary workaround has been proposed by a user on the Stellar Blade subreddit, involving manual edits to the UE4SS files located in the game`s directory.
Beyond the reported issues, Patch 1.3.0 also brings general improvements, such as an enhanced Photo Mode and a new requirement to restart the game when enabling FSR frame generation. Comprehensive patch notes for both PC and PS5 versions are detailed below:
Stellar Blade PC Version 1.3.0 and PS5 Version 1.013 – Patch Notes
PS5 & PC Shared Update Details:
- Improved Photo Mode so that when selecting a logo, the logo control indicator is now displayed.
- Fixed an issue where players were unable to exit the shop after purchasing the `Polarized Sunglasses` from Clyde’s shop.
- Fixed an issue where Eve’s hair would not appear during the final Elder Naytiba cutscene when wearing the `Fluffy Bear` or `Pink Bear` outfits.
- Fixed an issue where Eve’s final Korean voice-over line was cut off during the `Lost Items from Heaven` conversation with Clyde in the Great Desert.
- Fixed an issue where Eve’s arm would occasionally appear unnatural in Photo Mode when wearing the `Black Pearl` or `Red Pearl` outfits.
PS5 Specific Updates:
- Fixed an issue where entering the `Demogorgon` battle with `Ranged Auto Aim` turned OFF would cause the camera to shift away from its intended position, making it impossible to aim.
PC Specific Updates:
- When using FSR upscaler, restarting the game is now required to enable frame generation.
- Fixed an issue where the Fusion Weapon was not visible when beginning the fight against the Airborne Squad after defeating Providence.
- Fixed an issue where using the numpad on the keyboard to trigger skills in the Training Room caused the training system to become unresponsive.
- Fixed an issue where, when fishing for the `Betta` fish with mouse and keyboard, the gray striped pattern of the progress bar would obscure the reel-in progress bar.
- Fixed an issue where using the `Stinger` skill resulted in incorrect target lock-on under specific input conditions.
- Fixed an issue where the zoom function in the Hair Salon menu would not respond to controller or keyboard input.
- Fixed an issue where dialogue would occasionally not display after interacting with Adam in the Eidos 9 Atelier.
- Fixed an issue where Dororong would occasionally not appear during their introduction scene in Xion.
- Fixed an issue where newly unlocked items would not immediately appear after increasing shop affinity level.
- Improved the save timestamp system so that time since last save is now accurately displayed based on successful saves, rather than attempted saves.
- Enhanced the save failure message by changing it to yellow for better visibility.
- Various other bug fixes.
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