Mortal Shell

Mortal Shell is a compact soulslike built around weighty melee combat, careful stamina use, and learning enemy patterns in hostile, decaying environments. Its signature twist is the ability to inhabit different “shells,” each with its own stats and playstyle, plus a hardening mechanic that lets you turn briefly to stone mid-attack or in defense. It is a good fit if you want a darker, more focused take on the genre without committing to a sprawling RPG.

Genre

Soulslike, Action

Length

12-25 hours