Stellar Blade is right around the corner, and we have been getting a steady stream of information from the company and the CEO himself regarding the game. Anyone familiar with Hyung-Tae Kim’s work is aware of how the characters are going to look—beautifully drawn with a touch of exaggeration for that added oomph.
Given the build of the game’s protagonist, Eve, it was inevitable to get some sort of fan service in the game. As a PlayStation exclusive, it won’t be possible to mod in certain *ahem* risque suits, but the developers are happy to oblige. But be warned: being that down bad comes with its consequences.
Stellar Blade’s NSFW Suit Comes with One Major Disadvantage
The director of the game recently sat down for an interview with Famitsu to discuss character creation, world-building, and suit designs. The conversation enables us to see Kim’s vision for the world of Stellar Blade. When discussing the suits, the interviewer first asked about the shine each one emanated.
Kim replied, saying the suits are meant to reflect the textures in the world, but not all focus on luster. The conversation then veered towards the more eyebrow-raising Skin Suit. This attire, as the name suggests, is skin-colored, giving the appearance that Eve isn’t wearing anything.
The suit, unlike the others, goes for a more leather-like look to resemble skin. Now, while many fans might gravitate towards this option, especially given certain physics in the game, Kim has a warning for those choosing this suit.
The skin suit has no defensive function, and since there is no shield, you will take a lot of damage and may die quickly. We recommend that you wear clothes as much as possible, as it will greatly increase the difficulty of gameplay.
Boasting a meager one-star shield rating, this suit may be appealing to the eyes, but it will demand a lot from the player. This seems like the kind of suit challenge runners would pick as a way to up the difficulty in the game. First-time players should try not to pick this suit until they are comfortable with the game.
Hyung-Tae Kim’s Game Direction Focuses on the Small Details
The interview went on to talk about the design choices of other suits and characters within the game. While many of the suits can be described as “fetishistic” Kim is overall proud of his designs. But, he does encourage the player to cover Eve as much as possible.
Kim’s character design is what amassed his fan base, much before Stellar Blade. The secret to his beautiful characters is that he is not afraid of focusing on and using body fat. According to him, it lends to the realism of a character when fat directs the flow of the body.
Stellar Blade is shaping up to be an engaging and fast-paced title. With combat compared to Sekiro, we can expect a lot of emphasis on quick attacks and timely blocks to dispatch enemies with style similar to Devil May Cry.
Would you dare to wear the Skin Suit on your first playthrough? Let us know in the comments!
