If you're a PS5 owner who loves character-action games such as Bayonetta and Devil May Cry, Stellar Blade is an exclusive you shouldn't miss. Developed by Shift Up and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment for PlayStation 5 in April, Stellar Blade has kept its $70 price tag since its release. If you've been holding out for a discount, your wait is over. Best Buy is currently offering the physical edition of Stellar Blade for just $50, but only for today (October 29). This is one of two significant discounts on 2024 exclusives for PlayStation 5, with the other being Rise of the Ronin, now priced at $40 (down from $70)—the lowest price yet for this engaging action-RPG.
With a MetaScore of 81, including an 8/10 review from GameSpot, Stellar Blade beautifully encapsulates what makes character-action games so enjoyable. It's also quite lengthy, with an average playthrough lasting around 20 hours. The combat system remains engaging throughout the entire adventure, set against some breathtaking backdrops.
"Stellar Blade's influences are drawn from the last two generations of character action games, and it wears them with pride, incorporating not just ideas but themes, designs, and stylistic elements from titles like Bayonetta and Nier Automata," noted critic Imran Khan. Rise of the Ronin, on the other hand, is a 20-plus hour adventure that leans more into the role-playing genre with its mechanics. It received a 7/10 in GameSpot's review of Rise of the Ronin.
With a fast-paced combat system enriched by a variety of abilities and weapons, and a story filled with intriguing characters, Rise of the Ronin is a strong option for action-RPG fans—provided you're willing to invest the time without losing interest. The game doesn't start strongly, and its combat system has a steep learning curve. Similar to many open-world games, there's a fair amount of repetition in both the environments and mission structures. However, a 7/10 game like this is much more appealing at a discounted price of $40 rather than $70.
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