Mortal Shell II
Most streamers rate Mortal Shell II worth playing.
3 streamer verdicts· Released 2026-08-20Streamer Verdicts
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A condensed verdict on Mortal Shell 2: the best world design of any Souls-like the reviewer has played, with exploration and atmosphere that capture what makes FromSoftware games work. Bugs, uneven balancing and repetitive enemies do not undercut the recommendation.
GameSpot scores Mortal Shell 2 an 8 out of 10. Reviewer Richard Wakeling praises dynamic, aggression-focused combat, varied build options across shells, weapons, seals and tar stones, diverse enemies, and a dense open world that stays focused and fascinating to explore. He faults thin in-game currency, level design that makes death-by-falling routine, an over-generous parry window, and over-telegraphed mini bosses.
A solid Soulslike sequel with excellent fluid combat and diverse build options set in a visually interesting world, though resource scarcity and some design decisions prevent full engagement with its depth.
About
- Released
- 2026-08-20
- Genre
- Role-playing (RPG), Adventure
Creator Mentions · 4
“Mortal Shell 2 is a significant step forward from the original with exceptional world design and improved combat, earning the creator's strong recommendation for Souls-like fans despite repetitive enemies in the middle section and balancing issues.”
Watchgameranx👍 positive
“Mortal Shell 2 is a worthwhile action RPG with excellent exploration, unique shell-based mechanics, and creative art direction blending heavy metal and gothic aesthetics with otherworldly elements. While recommended, the reviewer notes combat variety and enemy diversity could be deeper.”
WatchSkill Up👍 positive
“Mortal Shell 2 is a significant step up from its predecessor with exceptional combat, character building systems, and accessibility for new Souls-like players, though it's held back by weak storytelling, easy boss encounters, and a fragmented world design.”
Watch- FFZ.se😐 mixed
“The creator had a lot of fun with Mortal Shell II, finding it a significant improvement over the first game with a polished world, satisfying combat feel, and excellent sound design. They were eager to continue playing.”
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