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    Stellar Blade Dev Apologizes After Social Media Breach Promotes Crypto Scam

    Shahid FareedBy Shahid FareedJuly 22, 2025No Comments2 Mins Read
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    Fake cryptocurrency promotions spread through Stellar Blade’s hacked account
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    In today’s hyper connected world, social media has become a vital bridge between game developers and their communities. For fans, it’s the go-to source updates, sneak peeks, and direct interaction with their favorite studios.

    But what happens when that trusted channel suddenly starts acting…strange? One popular developer recently faced a situation that left fans baffled and raised serious questions about online security.

    Stellar Blade developer Shift Up has regained control of its official accounts after they were hijacked and used to spread a cryptocurrency scam. The studio has publicly apologized and pledged to implement robust measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.

    Importance: The Stellar Blade social media hack highlights the serious risk cyberattacks pose to game developers and the communities. Such breaches can harm brand reputation, mislead fans, and emphasize the urgent need for stronger online security across the gaming industry.

    Shift Up apologizes publicly after the Stellar Blade social media hack

    Suspicious Cryptocurrency Posts Raised Alarm

    The situation unfolded when followers of Stellar Blade’s official X (formerly Twitter) account noticed a series of suspicious posts promoting fraudulent cryptocurrency airdrops and shady signup links.

    As confusion rippled through the fanbase, game director Hyung-Tae Kim stepped in through his personal account to confirm that the page had been compromised. He urged fans not to engage with any posts coming from the official handle during the breach.

    Shift Up Responds To Social Media Hack With Formal Apology And Commitment

    Meanwhile, the attackers continued using accounts to push links to fake promotions unrelated to Shift Up or the game. Days later, Shift Up released a formal statement expressing regret over the delay in regaining control and vowing to reflect on the incident.

    The studio promised to take every precaution necessary to ensure such a security lapse never occurs again. The studio’s apology regarding Stellar Blade social media hack included a lighthearted image of the game’s protagonist Lily, bowing apologetically.

    Shift Up pledges stronger security measures following the Stellar Blade social media hack.

    This gesture, coupled with their promises to thoroughly investigate the incident and implement stronger security measures, reflects Shift Up’s commitment to rebuilding trust and protecting their audience from future cyber security threats.

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    Shahid Fareed is a skilled writer and a graduate in Electrical Engineering. With a strong foundation in technical concepts and a passion for clear communication, he has built a solid reputation as an experienced content creator. Whether he's covering industry trends, breaking down complex topics, or sharing insightful analysis, Shahid brings precision and depth to his writing across a variety of fields.

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