Stellar Bladeis a lot like other games out there but it has its own identity. It’s not quite a Soulslike akin toDark Soulsand it’s not quite an action RPG likeNieR: Automata. Players can upgrade their character, Eve, in a few unique ways which is important because the game is tough from increasing health to getting new gear.
One of the most basic ways players can make Eve stronger is by literally playing on the easiest difficulty setting aka Story. It’s an artificial way to power up but it is still a sound strategy worth advising. What else can players do inStellar Blade? Here are a few handy tips.
6Leveling Up
Finding Rest Spots Near High Naytiba Locations
This is not a typical RPG wherein players can defeat enemies, gain EXP, and then level up to gain better stats. Enemies in this game, called Naytiba who look like the angelic enemies in theBayonettaseries, will always drop two things when defeated inStellar Blade. They will give EveSP EXP inStellar Bladeand she can collect money too with the bonus of items on occasion. SP EXP, once enough is gained, will unlock a skill point rather than leveling Eve up.
There are no stat-boosting skills within the early trees either. However, certain skills can make the game easier. Also, a good flow of cash and items is always useful in an RPG too. So, finding a good checkpoint, which is calledCamps inStellar Blade, around large hives of Naytiba and grinding for the various currencies can help Eve in a few ways.
5Collecting Stat Cores
Using Fallen Comrades
There is a way to increase some stats inStellar Bladebeyond collecting gear. There are two types of stat-boosting cores in Stellar Blade. One will boost HP while the other will increase the Beta meter which is like MP in other RPGs.
Both of these cores can be gained from fallen comrades in the environments and typically they look female. Collect three of either one and that respective stat will be increased sort of like how players can gain more health inThe Legend of Zeldaseries if they collect four Heart Pieces. Other fallen comrades inStellar Bladetypically give Eve notes like passwordsto open chests or doors with.
4There Are Other Cores Too
Three Ways To Make Eve Stronger
Players can scout the wastes to find other cores and items to increase Eve’s gear permanently too. For example, Weapon Cores will be used to increase her blade’s attack power. The blade is foldable, sort of like Lightning’s weapon inFinal Fantasy 13, but Eve can wear her sword like a hair ribbon.
The other two items of note are called Tumbler Expansion Modules and Omnibolts. These can increase how many healing salves Eve can carry between rests, likeEstus Flasks inDark Souls, and they can unlock more slots to equip gear into. The overall tip is to explore areas thoroughly before moving on toward the main mission goals.
3Further Strengthening Your Beta
Become A Blademancer
Besides collecting cores to increase the Beta meter, players can make the most out of Beta energy inStellar Blade’sskill trees. For example, there are two slots under the name Beta Energy Recharge. Buying both will increase how much the Beta meter will charge upon landing normal attacks on enemies.
Virtually every type of attack players can do inStellar Bladecan increase Beta acquisition via the skill tree from normal attacks to counters. Both Beta Energy Recharge slots are recommended to purchase first though since players will use standard attacks the most during combat. The more times players can use Beta attacks during battle like Triplet or Slash, the faster enemies will fall and their power can be increased via the skill tree too.
2Upgrading Gear
Get Your Exospine Aligned
Exospines inStellar Bladeare like typical pieces of body armor players can find in other action RPGs. The big difference is that this equipment lodges itself into Eve’s spine which can give her abilities or increase stats. One of the best ones to get early on is called the Protection-Type Exospine which can be located in the construction site around the elevator generator to the east.
At certain rest areas, players can use parts to increase gear. Upgrading the Protection-Type Exospine fully will increase Eve’s damage resistance, heal a bit of HP in dire situations, and recharge her shield better. It’s a great piece of gear for defensive-type players, so be sure to save all equipmentupgrade materials until this Exospine is unlocked inStellar Blade.
1Using Disposable Items
These Grenades Will Save You
Players should not discredit disposable items in the game either. There is always a vending machine located in the various types ofStellar Blade’srest areas. The aforementioned money is not good for much, so players should be able to gain a huge amount if they grind in the starting areas.
Two great offensive items are the Shock Grenades and the Pulse Grenades. From stunning enemies to damaging enemies ever so slightly, both items can give Eve the edge in battle that she needs to succeed. Players should be reminded not to go too hog wild on buying these grenades every time they run out though.
