Stellar Blade preload, install size & unlock times

Stellar Blade looks set to merge relatively fast-paced combat, Souls-like difficulty, and sprawling futuristic environments ripe for exploring into one incredibly compelling package. From our time with the demo, we're already eager to dive further into EVE's adventure as she takes on the Naytiba to salvage the last remnants of the human race. If you, like us, can't wait for the full game's release, we've got you covered with the Stellar Blade preload times, download size, and unlock times so you can be ready for release date.

We've also included the contents and price of the Digital Deluxe edition so you'll know whether you want to splash the extra cash on those in-game goodies.

When can you preload Stellar Blade?

Preloading for Stellar Blade will begin at midnight on April 19. This means you can begin downloading the game a week before its official release date on April 26, giving you plenty of time to clear some storage space on your PS5, and make sure it's fully downloaded ready for you to hop in on release date.

It's worth noting that midnight on April 19 will be in your specific timezone, and won't be tied to a specific region.

What is the download size?

Stellar Blade will come in at 30.448 GB. This information comes via the PlayStation Game Size X (formerly known as Twitter) account, which has been accurately leaked this kind of information previously.

When can you start playing Stellar Blade?

Stellar Blade will release at midnight on April 26 for both the standard and Digital Deluxe editions of the game. Unlike other recent AAA titles that have granted early access to players willing to pay more for the special edition, there's no way to dive into the adventure with EVE any earlier than the official release date.

What's in the Digital Deluxe edition?

If you've played the demo and have enjoyed what you've played, you might want to consider splashing the extra cash for the Digital Deluxe edition. Coming in at $79.99 ($10 more than the standard edition), you'll get the full game as well as a bunch of in-game cosmetic items, some SP EXP and some Gold in-game currency. You can check out the full contents below.

• Stellar Blade full game.
• Stargazer Suit for EVE.
• Half-rim Glasses for EVE.
• Quadruple Rectangle Earrings for EVE.
• Stargazer Wear for Adam and Lily.
• Stargazer Pack for the Drone.
• 2,000 SP EXP.
• 5,000 Gold in-game currency.

That's everything you need to know on the Stellar Blade preload times, install size and more. If you're looking for more pre-release coverage on the game, we've got you covered with all of the platforms, trailers and more on the game, as well as a release time countdown.