Mortal Shell II
The sequel to the challenging Soulslike that expands on the shell-hardening mechanic with new environments, shells, and a deeper combat system.
Best for Soulslike fans who want a brutal, stylish action RPG with strong exploration.
Where creators disagree
Asmongold praises combat, but
Gameranx says the melee feels stale.
Best Indie Games loves the vibe, while
Fextralife stresses an oppressive start.
Reviews
The video is a lengthy hands-on first impression of Mortal Shell 2, with Asmongold repeatedly judging its combat, visuals, responsiveness, level design, and overall feel. He says the game looks great, plays very well, has a super cool vibe, and feels much better than the first game, while criticizing some camera and corner-trap frustration. He explicitly sums it up as a very good, high-quality Soulslike and gives it an 8.
Jun 6, 2026
This is a clear first-impressions review of Mortal Shell 2 based on the creator's own playtime, with direct pros, cons, and a purchase recommendation. He praises the exploration, shell system, art direction, and overall fun factor, while criticizing some stale melee combat, limited enemy variety, and occasional tedious sections.
Aug 17, 2026
This is a beginner guide focused entirely on Mortal Shell 2, but the creator still gives clear opinions throughout based on play experience. He describes the early game as oppressive and difficult, recommends specific progression paths and mechanics, and praises certain systems and tools as making life much easier while warning about design choices that can punish players if handled poorly.
Aug 18, 2026
The creator is clearly discussing Mortal Shell 2 itself and gives an evaluative first-impressions style overview of its combat, shell-switching system, and world design. They sound positively interested in its more aggressive action RPG direction and emphasize that it looks brutal, bloody, and compelling.
Sep 14, 2026
Earlier coverage
Jun 17, 2026