The latest Stellar Blade update introduces several new features to the PS5 exclusive title, including notable "visual improvements to the interaction between EVE's body and physics."
Stellar Blade's Enhanced Physics
Physics Updates and More
(c) Stellar Blade on Twitter (X) Shift Up's recent patch for Stellar Blade includes the permanent addition of the previously limited-time Summer Event Update (toggleable), alongside various quality-of-life improvements. These enhancements encompass new map markers, the introduction of an "Ammo Package" for instant ammo replenishment, and more. However, the most discussed change centers on the updated physics engine and its impact on EVE's character model.
The Stellar Blade team highlighted adjustments to EVE's physique, resulting in a more pronounced jiggle effect. Comparative GIFs clearly demonstrate the increased bounce and movement in the updated version.
Shift Up has consistently embraced a less conservative approach to EVE's design—even incorporating a skinsuit to subtly alter her appearance—but this update noticeably amplifies the visual impact, not just limited to EVE's character model. Social media feedback indicates the physics changes also affect equipment movement in windy conditions, with one player describing the effect as "real-time CG."
While the increased jiggle effect is most apparent on EVE's chest, as shown in the provided GIFs, a more comprehensive physics simulation might also include movement in her hair.
A more realistic physics implementation would likely result in her bangs also exhibiting movement in sync with her body.
