SeekerMortal Shell
Mortal Shell isn't as rich and complex as post-Souls games like Bloodborne or Sekiro, but it does make you work for victories and learn from your mistakes. It's a beautifully dark adventure, and thanks to its clever body-swapping mechanic it delivers much of the playstyle diversity and exploration of the best in this genre, but in a tidy and comparatively short package with a couple of attractive surprises of its own.
-- As reviewed by IGN
Product details
- The Lost remains of defeated warriors are yours to discover. Awaken these Mortal shells, occupy their bodies and significantly open your understanding to diverse masteries of combat.
- Your path is guarded by adversaries, devoted to inscrutable gods. Behold creatures both pitiable and grotesque and muster your courage and face them down.
- Combat is strategic, deliberate, and unforgiving. Commit your Sword only when an opportunity opens.
PROS
+ A dark a twisted world filled with surprises to explore
+ Shells and Harden add a number of fascinating dynamics to combat
+ Progression system is bold, unique and innovative for the genre
+ Boss battles are twisted competitions of satisfying attrition
CONS
- Certain areas can feel somewhat overlong and unfair
- Special attacks can negate the challenge of some encounters
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Expert reviews and ratings
By IGN on August 19, 2020
Mortal Shell isn't as rich and complex as post-Souls games like Bloodborne or Sekiro, but it does make you work for victories and learn from your mistakes. It's a beautifully dark adventure, and thanks to its clever body-swapping mechanic it delivers much of the playstyle diversity and exploration of the best in this genre, but in a tidy and comparatively short package with a couple of attractive surprises of its own.
80
By TrustedReviews on August 17, 2020
Mortal Shell is one of the year's biggest gaming surprises, offering a deep, fascinating journey into a melancholic world. It takes blatant inspiration from Dark Souls and Bloodborne,. But innovative tweaks to its combat and progression mechanics let it easily stand on its own two feet.
90