Shift Up Reveals Project Spirits: New Turn-Based RPG for 2027
Shift Up Reveals “Project Spirits”: A Turn-Based Eastern Fantasy RPG
Shift Up, the renowned South Korean development studio behind the massive action hit Stellar Blade, has officially started pulling back the curtain on their next major IP, currently operating under the working title Project Spirits.
While Stellar Blade captured players with its high-octane, real-time character action, this new title is taking the studio’s signature visual style in a completely different gameplay direction.
Gameplay and Thematic Inspiration
According to multiple industry sources, Project Spirits will be a Turn-based PvE game.
- The Inspiration: The combat and gameplay loop are reportedly drawing heavy inspiration from the highly anticipated Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, suggesting a modern, dynamic take on traditional turn-based mechanics.
- Eastern Fantasy Setting: The game’s official website details indicate an “Eastern Fantasy” theme. True to Shift Up’s established reputation, early teasers and artwork suggest the game will feature the studio’s signature alluring and highly detailed character designs.
Development Shifts: What About Stellar Blade 2?
One of the most interesting details to emerge from this announcement is how the game is being developed.
Project Spirits is primarily being built by a development company based in China, receiving only minimal direct assistance from Shift Up’s main South Korean headquarters.
This division of labor has led to widespread speculation and strong industry expectations that the core Korean team at Shift Up is currently dedicating their resources and manpower to developing a full sequel to Stellar Blade.
Release Window
If development proceeds smoothly without major delays, Project Spirits is currently targeting a release window of 2027.
As we wait for an official gameplay trailer, fans of Shift Up’s art direction and deep RPG mechanics have a lot to look forward to over the next few years.
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