Mortal Shell II frequently asked questions

Why do my weapons disappear on Zmey?

Unequip Grisha Remnant and retry. Playstack identified that item as the trigger. This is not Cosmic Disease. Full workaround: PC fixes and the Zmey boss guide.

How do I heal?

Mether's Pulse is the flask (R on PC, D-pad Up on Xbox). Beacons refill Pulse and Resolve but respawn enemies. Weltcaps are the world heal. Details: how to heal and Glands & Vessels.

How do I fast travel?

Siphon Ova at the Marrow Keep globe until Mether's Breath unlocks, then use it at any Beacon. Game8 lists 6 Ova; you already start the open world with 3. Full note: fast travel.

Can I respec or change Shells?

Swap at any Beacon or at Zhirelle. Shell Points reset for free. Glimpse spent on Bond does not come back.Change Shells and respec.

How long is Mortal Shell 2?

Estimates disagree. HowLongToBeat's first sample sat around 17 hours main / high 20s with extras. Game8 and GameRant put typical story runs at 30–40 hours. Full comparison: how long to beat.

Is there an easy mode or hard mode?

No menu slider. Slayer Seal makes combat easier (achievement warning). Night Mode makes it harder.

How many Shells can I fully upgrade in one run?

About two or three if you max them. Bond 4 is reported as 27 Glimpse per Shell. See the Glimpse guide and best Shells.

Is Mortal Shell II single-player or multiplayer?

Based on the Steam store page, Mortal Shell II is a single-player action-RPG. No multiplayer or co-op features are listed in the game's features section as of August 22, 2026.

Does Mortal Shell II support cross-play?

Cross-play (cross-platform play) is not mentioned or confirmed on the Steam store page or official websites as of August 22, 2026. Since the game appears to be single-player, cross-play is likely not applicable.

Does Mortal Shell II have Chinese language support?

Yes. According to the Steam store page, Mortal Shell II supports:

• Simplified Chinese (Interface and Subtitles)
• Traditional Chinese (Interface and Subtitles)

Note: Chinese languages have interface and subtitle support, but not full audio dubbing. Full audio is only available in English.

What languages are supported?

Mortal Shell II supports 15 languages:

• Full Audio: English
• Interface and Subtitles: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish (Spain), Japanese, Polish, Portuguese (Brazil), Portuguese (Portugal), Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish (Latin America), Traditional Chinese, Korean, Ukrainian

Do I need to play Mortal Shell 1 first?

No. Mortal Shell II is described as a "standalone sequel" by Playstack, meaning it can be enjoyed without playing the original Mortal Shell. However, playing the first game may provide additional context and appreciation for the world and mechanics.

Is there an open beta or demo available?

Mortal Shell II released worldwide on August 20, 2026. Prior to release, there was an Open Beta period that allowed players to try the game early. The beta period has ended, and the full retail version is now available on Steam, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S.

To play Mortal Shell II, purchase the Standard or Devout Edition from the official store.

How many Steam achievements are there?

The Steam store page lists 53 Steam Achievements for Mortal Shell II.

What is the age rating?

According to the Steam store page:

• ESRB: Rated for Blood and Gore, Intense Violence

Mortal Shell II contains violence including sword fights with blood sprays, execution maneuvers, and medieval firearms.

How big is the download size?

Mortal Shell II requires 70 GB of available space on an SSD (Solid State Drive). An SSD is mandatory; traditional hard drives are not supported.

What are the current Steam reviews?

As of August 22, 2026, Mortal Shell II has Very Positive reviews on Steam, with approximately 84% of 2,936 user reviews being positive.

Note: Review scores are subject to change. Check the Steam store page for the most current review information.

Cross-Reference Questions

How many weapons are in Mortal Shell II?

Steam achievements officially name 7 melee weapons and 6 sidearms, plus "Lord of War" (all Weapons) and "Guns. Lots of Guns" (all Sidearms) meta-achievements. Total count is pending — official sources confirm "all Weapons" and "all Sidearms" exist but do not specify numbers.

How many Shells are there?

Mortal Shell II features 8 lost warrior Shells scattered throughout the world, each with unique abilities and playstyles (Steam, Playstack).

How many dungeons are in Mortal Shell II?

Mortal Shell II features a compact, interconnected open world with 60+ dungeons to discover and conquer (Playstack).

Where can I buy Mortal Shell II?

Mortal Shell II is available digitally on Steam (PC), PlayStation Store (PS5), and Xbox Store (Xbox Series X|S). Standard Edition: $49.99 / €49.99 / £39.99. Devout Edition: $59.99 / €59.99 / £47.99.