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Mortal Shell

by Cold Symmetry · published by Playstack

Released August 18, 2020 on PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.

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About Mortal Shell

Mortal Shell is a ruthless and deep action-RPG that tests your sanity and resilience in a shattered world. Your adversaries spare no mercy, with survival demanding superior awareness, precision and instincts. Possess lost warriors, track down hidden sanctums of the devout, and face formidable foes. "Awakening as an empty vessel, you will enter into a shattered and twisted world where the remains of humanity wither and rot. Implored to do the bidding of the mysterious “Dark Father”, you must traverse this tattered landscape and track down hidden sanctums of devout followers. There, in Mortal Shell’s most hallowed grounds, you must overcome formidable foes and harvest the sacred glands. You won’t be truly alone when the dead litter your path: Scattered across this land are the remnant anima of lost warriors who can be inhabited to gain their unique abilities and knowledge of weapons. The Dark Father is desperate for you to complete your task — but to what end? Discover “Shells” to Suit Your Playstyle - The lost remains of defeated warriors are yours to unearth. Awaken these Mortal Shells, occupy their bodies and significantly widen your understanding of different forms of combat. Inhabit a Shell that best fits your style and utilizes their own unique mastery of skills and weapon upgrades. Iron Sharpens Iron - Combat is strategic and deliberate. Survival demands superior awareness, precision and instincts. You must commit your sword only when an opportunity opens. Calculate your parries to unleash devastating counterblows. Non-linear Campaign - Draw your own path across marsh-infested lowlands, through a gargantuan cathedral of obsidian rock, and into an ancient crypt frozen into the crest of a mountain. Deep Upgrade Paths - The stronger your connection to each Mortal Shell grows, the better you can harness their innate talents. Craft unique upgrades, sharpen your blade with acid, and study dark arcane abilities that imbue your attacks with supernatural devastation. Face Haunting Foes - Your path is guarded by desperate adversaries, devoted to inscrutable gods. Behold creatures both pitiable and grotesque, but do not let fear halt your journey. Muster your courage and face them down. Developed by AAA Veterans - Mortal Shell has been developed by a coalition of seasoned veterans with an unbridled passion for the soulslike genre."

Release dates by platform

PCAugust 18, 2020 · Out now
PlayStation 4August 18, 2020 · Out now
Xbox OneAugust 18, 2020 · Out now
Xbox Series X|SMarch 4, 2021 · Out now

Reviews & players

Critic score758 reviews
Steam reviewsMixed67% of 12K positive
Player score70105 ratings on IGDB

PC system requirements

Official specs from Steam

Full specs

Minimum

OS *Windows 7 SP1 or newer
ProcessorIntel Core i5-4590 or AMD FX 8350
Memory8 GB RAM
GraphicsNVIDIA GTX 970 or AMD Radeon R9 290
Storage12 GB available space

Recommended

OSWindows 10
ProcessorIntel Core i7 or AMD Ryzen 7
Memory16 GB RAM
GraphicsNVIDIA GTX 1070 or AMD Radeon RX Vega 56
Storage12 GB available space

Mortal Shell FAQ

When did Mortal Shell come out?

Mortal Shell was released on August 18, 2020 for PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.

Is Mortal Shell on PlayStation 5?

No. Mortal Shell has not been announced for PlayStation 5. It is available on PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.

Is Mortal Shell on Xbox Series X|S?

Yes. Mortal Shell launched on Xbox Series X|S on March 4, 2021.

Is Mortal Shell on Nintendo Switch 2?

No. Mortal Shell has not been announced for Nintendo Switch 2. It is available on PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.

Who is making Mortal Shell?

Mortal Shell is developed by Cold Symmetry and published by Playstack.

Is Mortal Shell multiplayer?

No. Mortal Shell is single player only.

How much does Mortal Shell cost?

Mortal Shell costs $29.99 on Steam. Prices checked October 9, 2026.

Is Mortal Shell good?

Steam players rate it "Mixed" — 67% of 12,089 reviews are positive. Critics average 75/100.

What are the minimum PC requirements for Mortal Shell?

The minimum GPU is NVIDIA GTX 970 or AMD Radeon R9 290. See the full minimum and recommended specs on our Mortal Shell system requirements page.

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