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Mortal Shell II

Also known as: Mortal Shell 2, Mortal Shell II, 致命躯壳 II

Windows PC PlayStation 5 Xbox Series X|S Released Unreal Engine Edit Game

Game Information

Developer
Cold Symmetry
Publisher
Playstack
Genre
Action, RPG, Action RPG, Souls-like
Release Date
August 20, 2026
Engine
Unreal Engine
Status
Released
Age Rating
Mature 17+
Early Access
August 17, 2026
Steam Rating
83% (3169 reviews)

Tags

#Souls-like #Dark Fantasy #Action RPG #Difficult #Singleplayer #Open World #Action #Dark #RPG #Horror #Adventure #Exploration #Hack and Slash #Third Person #Atmospheric #Medieval #Lore-Rich #Gore #Demons #Combat #Fantasy

Gameplay

Game Modes

Singleplayer Campaign

Core Mechanics

Stamina-free combat Shell possession Posture breaking Critical strikes Executions Parrying Hardening Dodging Melee combat Ranged combat Weapon upgrades Tarstone upgrades Open-world exploration Dungeon exploration Character progression

Controls

Move Light Attack Heavy Attack Dodge Parry Harden Interact Switch Weapon Use Item

Difficulty

High

Progression

Progress through exploration, Shell possession, weapon upgrades, Shell abilities, Tarstones, combat mastery, and discovery of lost memories.

Objectives

  • Control the Harbinger
  • Possess fallen warrior Shells
  • Reclaim the Undermether's stolen Ova
  • Explore the interconnected world
  • Discover new Shells
  • Acquire weapons and upgrades
  • Defeat powerful enemies
  • Break enemy posture
  • Perform critical strikes and executions
  • Explore more than 60 dungeons

Key Features

  • Standalone sequel

  • Eight playable Shells

  • Stamina-free combat

  • Compact interconnected open world

  • 60+ dungeons

  • Extensive weapon upgrades

  • Melee weapons

  • Ranged weapons

  • Sidearms

  • Posture system

  • Critical strikes

  • Executions

  • Shell abilities

  • Lost memories

  • Steam Achievements

  • Steam Cloud

  • Full controller support

Videos (10)

Screenshots (10+)

Wiki & Guides

Introduction

Mortal Shell II is a standalone dark-fantasy action RPG from Cold Symmetry and Playstack. The player takes the role of the Harbinger, possessing fallen warriors known as Shells while exploring a compact interconnected world and fighting enemies through stamina-free combat.

Getting Started

Begin by learning the stamina-free combat system, Harden, dodging, parrying and posture management. Explore carefully, discover Shells and prioritize upgrades that complement your preferred combat style.

Beginner Guide

New players should focus on learning enemy attack patterns and the posture system rather than relying on traditional Soulslike stamina management. Explore side paths to find Shells, weapons, upgrades and other useful discoveries.

Gameplay Guide

Mortal Shell II combines fast melee and ranged combat with Shell abilities, posture breaks, critical attacks and executions. Exploration is important because the interconnected world contains additional Shells, weapons, upgrades, curiosities and more than 60 dungeons.

Advanced Guide

Advanced play focuses on optimizing Shell abilities, weapon upgrades, Tarstones and posture pressure while mastering parries, Harden timing, dodges, critical openings and execution opportunities.

Tips & Tricks

  • πŸ’‘ Do not manage combat around a stamina bar because Mortal Shell II removes stamina restrictions.
  • πŸ’‘ Learn enemy attack timing before committing to aggressive attacks.
  • πŸ’‘ Use Harden strategically to control dangerous attack exchanges.
  • πŸ’‘ Break enemy posture to create critical attack opportunities.
  • πŸ’‘ Explore side paths to discover additional Shells and equipment.
  • πŸ’‘ Experiment with different Shell abilities to find a preferred build.
  • πŸ’‘ Upgrade weapons according to your preferred combat style.
  • πŸ’‘ Use ranged weapons and sidearms when melee positioning is unfavorable.
  • πŸ’‘ Explore the more than 60 dungeons for additional rewards and challenges.
  • πŸ’‘ Return to difficult encounters after improving your Shell and weapon upgrades.

FAQ (10)

What is Mortal Shell II?

Mortal Shell II is a standalone dark-fantasy action RPG sequel developed by Cold Symmetry and published by Playstack.

When was Mortal Shell II released?

Mortal Shell II was released worldwide on August 20, 2026.

Who developed Mortal Shell II?

Mortal Shell II was developed by Cold Symmetry.

Who published Mortal Shell II?

Mortal Shell II was published by Playstack.

Is Mortal Shell II multiplayer?

No. Mortal Shell II is a single-player action RPG.

How many Shells are in Mortal Shell II?

The full game features eight playable Shells.

Does Mortal Shell II have stamina?

No. The sequel removes the traditional stamina restriction and instead emphasizes movement, posture, timing and tactical combat.

How many dungeons are in Mortal Shell II?

The official game description states that the world contains more than 60 dungeons.

Is Mortal Shell II open world?

Yes. It features a compact, interconnected open world designed for free exploration.

Is Mortal Shell II available on PC?

Yes. The PC version is available through Steam.

System Requirements

Minimum

OS
Windows 10 / 11
CPU
Intel Core i7-10700K @ 3.8 GHz or better or AMD Ryzen 5 3600 @ 3.6 GHz or better
Memory
16 GB RAM
GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER 8 GB or AMD Radeon RX 6600 8 GB
Storage
70 GB available space

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Latest Updates & News

  1. First Major Balance Patch

  2. Worldwide Launch

  3. Mortal Shell II Launches August 20

    Playstack and Cold Symmetry announced that Mortal Shell II would launch worldwide on August 20, 2026 for Steam, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

    Read more β†’
  4. Mortal Shell II Official Gameplay Reveal

    Playstack and Cold Symmetry revealed extensive gameplay featuring three playable Shells and the interconnected open world.

    Read more β†’
  5. Mortal Shell II Announcement

    Playstack announced Mortal Shell II as a standalone sequel with expanded combat, weapon customization and open-world exploration.

    Read more β†’

Supported Languages

🌐 English 🌐 French 🌐 German 🌐 Italian 🌐 Spanish - Spain 🌐 Spanish - Latin America 🌐 Portuguese - Brazil 🌐 Portuguese - Portugal 🌐 Polish 🌐 Russian 🌐 Ukrainian 🌐 Simplified Chinese 🌐 Traditional Chinese 🌐 Japanese 🌐 Korean
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