The game is priced reasonably, at just under 900,000 VND.
While the gaming community eagerly awaits major blockbusters scheduled for release later this year, a new Soulslike title has unexpectedly captured attention.
Mortal Shell II—the sequel to the 2020 action RPG—has launched a free beta, allowing players to experience about three hours of content ahead of the official release on August 20.
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Image: Steam
Mortal Shell II continues to explore a dark fantasy setting filled with desolate landscapes, grotesque creatures, and the gloomy atmosphere characteristic of the Soulslike genre.
However, the developer emphasizes that this is a standalone title; even those who haven’t played the original Mortal Shell can easily jump in without prior knowledge of the story. Players control an entity capable of possessing the bodies of fallen warriors, known as “Shells.” Each Shell boasts unique combat styles, skills, and strengths, allowing players to flexibly adapt their gameplay while exploring the world and facing formidable foes.
According to the developer, the player’s objective is to overthrow false gods and rescue a world teetering on the brink of collapse. While retaining the challenging yet fair combat style of the first game, Mortal Shell II introduces new mechanics to deliver a faster, more intense experience, rather than simply replicating the Dark Souls formula.
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Image: Steam
The game received positive feedback immediately after the beta launched, with the community frequently praising its graphical quality. Many players feel that the world of Mortal Shell II is crafted with incredible detail—at once haunting and majestic—evoking the sensation of stepping into a living dark fantasy painting.
One gamer remarked: “The combat system feels tense yet fair, while the visuals are absolutely breathtaking.” Another noted that after just ten minutes of play, they were completely hooked, clearly sensing the development team’s effort to forge a unique identity rather than simply creating a Dark Souls clone.
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Image: Steam
Naturally, as the game is still in the Beta stage, there are some lingering bugs and balance issues. However, this is precisely the purpose of the testing phase: to gather player feedback and refine the product ahead of its official launch.
Mortal Shell II is scheduled for release on August 20th, priced at approximately 889,000 VND. For fans of challenging action RPGs featuring dark atmospheres and captivating world design, the current free Beta offers an ideal opportunity to experience one of this month’s most notable “Soulslike” titles firsthand.