On November 5, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake will launch on Nintendo Switch 2, offering a visually enhanced version of a beloved adventure. However, this is not the only significant title arriving on the platform that day.
Stellar Blade: Complete Edition, an action-adventure game developed by South Korean studio Shift Up, is also slated for release on the same date. The game, which was originally published by Sony in April 2024, presents a futuristic scenario where humanity is near extinction, forced to live on a space colony while Earth is overrun by powerful creatures. The narrative follows Eve, a warrior sent to reclaim the planet.
Developed with a focus on fast-paced combat and intricate level design, Stellar Blade garnered critical acclaim and awards at the 2024 Korean Game Awards. Its gameplay often features challenging boss encounters. The game's presentation, including character designs, has also been noted by players and critics.
Polygon’s review of Stellar Blade described the protagonist Eve as a "beautiful balletic blade-wielding badass of a cyborg-androidy persuasion" and likened the game to Nier: Automata, praising its haunting soundtrack. At the time of its initial release, the game was considered "mostly a darn good time."
The simultaneous release of the Ocarina of Time remake and Stellar Blade: Complete Edition presents Switch 2 owners with a distinct choice. Those seeking a nostalgic journey into Hyrule can choose the Zelda title, while players looking for a more mature and action-oriented experience have Stellar Blade as a compelling alternative on November 5.