Question 1

When is Mortal Shell II released?

Accepted Answer

Mortal Shell II is slated to launch in 2026. Publisher Playstack and developer Cold Symmetry have not confirmed an exact date yet, so follow our news and patch tracker — we update it the moment an official release date is announced.

Question 2

What platforms is Mortal Shell II available on?

Accepted Answer

Mortal Shell II is confirmed for PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. It is a current-generation-only release, so there are no PlayStation 4 or Xbox One versions planned.

Question 3

Is Mortal Shell II a direct sequel to Mortal Shell?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Mortal Shell II continues the world and lore of the 2020 original while remaining a standalone story newcomers can enjoy. It expands the formula from compact hub zones into a fully interconnected open world with new shells, weapons, and bosses.

Question 4

Does Mortal Shell II have open-world exploration?

Accepted Answer

Yes — unlike the first game's hub-based layout, Mortal Shell II features a large interconnected open world. Our interactive map tracks secret items, hidden shells, upgrade materials, bosses, and lore entries across every region so you never lose your direction.

Question 5

What are the system requirements for PC?

Accepted Answer

Official specs are still being finalized, but based on the engine and target hardware you should expect a 64-bit Windows 10/11 OS, a modern 6-core CPU, 16 GB of RAM, an SSD, and a DirectX 12 GPU with at least 8 GB of VRAM for recommended settings. We publish confirmed requirements on the FAQ page as soon as they are announced.

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