Cold Symmetry and publisher Playstack have returned to Summer Game Fest with an update on Mortal Shell II, which now has an Open Beta available to players on Steam. The Open Beta provides access to the opening Prologue of the main game, as well as an early section of the game’s open world. Along the way, players will face many challenges, including dungeons, mini-bosses, and “one truly formidable foe.”
You are the Harbinger, a being prophesied to reclaim the blessed Undermether’s stolen Ova from the daunting creatures that ruthlessly guard her unborn. Mortal Shell II is a standalone sequel that significantly expands on the original with unrestricted, adrenaline-charged combat, offering deeper weapon design with extensive upgrade options, and an emphasis on free exploration. The game’s immersive, interconnected open world is expansive yet deliberately compact, designed to unfold its twisted landscapes and hidden structures while respecting the player’s time.
Once again, players will be making use of Shells — dormant forms of forgotten warriors are scattered throughout the world. Once discovered, each Shell can be awakened and possessed, unlocking their innate strengths and unique abilities. Evolve your own style of combat by harnessing the diverse unique abilities of each Shell, and unravel their secrets through the discovery of lost memories.
Mortal Shell II is slated to release later this year on PC, Xbox Series and PlayStation 5.