Mortal Shell

Mortal Shell is a third person action RPG developed by Cold Symmetry and published by Playstack. Focusing on melee combat, Mortal Shell lets players control one of several shells, which represent characters with different playstyles. Influenced by the Dark Souls franchise, players navigate a dark world where they can use leeching techniques to restore health while slowly uncovering the game's backstory.

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Action RPG
Released
August 18, 2020
ESRB
M For Mature 17+ Due To Blood and Gore, Violence
Developer(s)
Cold Symmetry
Publisher(s)
Playstack
Engine
Unreal Engine 4

Mortal Shell is a deep action-RPG that tests your sanity and resilience in a shattered world. As the remains of humanity wither and rot, zealous foes fester in the ruins. They spare no mercy, with survival demanding superior awareness, precision and instincts. Track down hidden sanctums of devout followers and discover your true purpose.

The dead litter this tattered landscape, but not all are without hope. The lost remains of defeated warriors are yours to discover. Awaken these Mortal Shells, occupy their bodies and significantly open your understanding to diverse masteries of combat.

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.

Combat is strategic and deliberate. You must commit your sword only when an opportunity opens. Calculate your parries to unleash devastating counterblows. Temporarily entomb your Mortal Shell in stone to block attacks, or play aggressive and use your stone-form to add brutal weight to your own sword swings.

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