Mortal Shell 2 Release Date — August 20, 2026
Mortal Shell 2, officially titled Mortal Shell II, is available from August 20, 2026 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and Steam. Platforms, Beta status and editions explained.
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Short answer
Mortal Shell II releases on August 20, 2026 for:
- PC (Steam)
- PlayStation 5
- Xbox Series X|S
Sources: Playstack release announcement and the official site mortalshell.com.
The Mortal Shell 2 physical Xbox disc guide explains what the current official edition information says about digital Xbox release and the physical PS5 Revered Edition. For the Beta and full-game scope, see How Long Is Mortal Shell 2?.
Current release status
| Item | Status |
|---|---|
| Full release | Available from August 20, 2026 |
| Platforms | Steam, PS5, Xbox Series X |
| PC Open Beta | Available on Steam (opening hours of the game) |
| Developer | Cold Symmetry |
| Publisher | Playstack |
The Steam Open Beta is a limited in-development build covering the Prologue into the first explorable region, described as roughly the opening three hours.
What you can play right now
If you are searching “Mortal Shell 2 release date” because you want to play today:
- Buy or launch the full game from the official Mortal Shell II Steam page
- Check Mortal Shell II PC requirements first (SSD required)
- Use the Mortal Shell II beginner combat tips before your first serious run
What the Open Beta carried into launch
Official Steam carry-over rules, as they applied on 20 August 2026:
- Full beta inventory did not transfer (currency, weapons, Shells, collectibles)
- Playing the beta unlocked The Flayed Harbinger cosmetic, claimable in the full game
- Progress beyond Marrow Keep unlocked an optional prologue skip (the retail achievement spells the location “Marrowkeep”)
Details: Beta save transfer.
Editions and early access
Official marketing currently highlights:
- Devout Edition — digital deluxe with the Obsidian skin set for all eight playable Shells, plus up to 72 hours advanced access
- Revered Edition — physical collector package for PS5 (artbook, steelcase, fine art prints, digital extras)
Compare them on Editions.
What the full game is sold as
Official site framing (not a full feature checklist yet):
- Sequel to Mortal Shell in an interconnected open world
- Eight playable Shells
- Combat unrestricted by stamina
- Sidearms and broader upgrade options