Mortal Shell, the highly anticipated sequel to the cult-hit Soulslike, was officially announced at Summer Game Fest 2025. Developed by Cold Symmetry, the game is set to launch in 2026 for PC, PlayStation, and Xbox Series X|S, continuing the franchise’s tradition of brutal combat and atmospheric exploration..
Fans can expect even more intense battles, an expanded arsenal—including new weapon types—and deeper character customization. The signature gameplay mechanic of inhabiting different “shells” returns, allowing players to adopt unique combat styles and abilities for each form The sequel promises a more open exploration system, addressing one of the main requests from the original’s community.
While the official Steam page is live, Mortal Shell is not yet available for pre-order, but players can add it to their wishlists to receive updates as the release approaches Early footage and the reveal trailer highlight a darker, more visually striking world packed with grotesque enemies and challenging encounters..
Mortal Shell is shaping up to be a must-play for fans of the genre, but eager PC gamers will need to wait until 2026 to dive in.
