Cold Symmetry · Full Release (Aug 20, 2026)

Mortal Shell II Guide & Database

Mortal Shell II guide: release times, all Shells and weapons, boss walkthroughs, beacons, achievements and editions — updated through launch week.

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Release2026-08-20
DeveloperCold Symmetry
GenreAction-RPG (Soulslike)
PlayersSingle-player
Price$49.99 USD

What is Mortal Shell II?

Mortal Shell II is a action-rpg (soulslike) by Cold Symmetry, available on PC (Steam), PS5, Xbox Series X|S. The standalone sequel launches worldwide on August 20, 2026 (10:00 AM PT unlock) at $49.99, with the Devout Edition granting up to 72 hours of advanced access from August 17. You possess discarded warrior Shells — Harros, Tiel, Proxima and more — pair them with interchangeable weapons, and fight through a ravaged open world of beacons and false gods. Start with the release-time table, the boss guides and the open-beta walkthrough that carries into launch.

Mortal Shell II Screenshots

Change Equipment menu at Marrow Keep showing the Proxima Shell with Biosampler and Grafted Armor abilities
Shell loadout at Marrow Keep — Proxima, the Broodseeker
Hooded warrior approaching a rain-soaked village gate lit by torches, a pale figure waiting ahead
A rain-drenched village approach
Player carrying a halberd faces a pale robed giant beneath a shaft of light in a ruined cathedral
Candle-lit ruins and their keepers
Antlered, tattooed brute confronting the player in a dark twisted forest
The wilds are not empty

Get Started in 5 Steps

  1. Know your unlock time: the game goes live Aug 20 at 10:00 AM PT — check your region on the release-time table.
  2. Claim Harros early: your first Shell is waiting past Forlorn Village — the opening walkthrough takes you there.
  3. Learn hardening, not dodging: the posture system replaces stamina — read the combat primer before your first boss.
  4. Cleanse beacons as you go: all seven beta beacons count toward an achievement — route on the beacon list.
  5. Pick a Shell that fits: compare Harros, Tiel, Proxima and Eredrim on the Shell tier list.

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FAQ

When does Mortal Shell II release?

August 20, 2026, unlocking simultaneously worldwide at 10:00 AM Pacific (1:00 PM Eastern, 6:00 PM UK). Devout Edition buyers got up to 72 hours of advanced access starting August 17. Full regional table on our release page.

Is Mortal Shell II co-op or multiplayer?

No. Mortal Shell II is a single-player game — the Steam listing carries no co-op or multiplayer category. The searches about co-op stem from the first game's community wishlist, not any announced mode.

Is Mortal Shell II on Game Pass?

No day-one Game Pass release has been announced. The game launched as a standard paid title ($49.99) on Steam, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. If that changes post-launch we will note it here.

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About This Site

Mortal Shell II Guide is an independent fan resource for Mortal Shell II players. We track launch updates, verify boss routes and item locations against the live game, and keep every table dated so you can spend less time searching and more time playing.