Mortal Shell II Wiki
Shells, stamina-free combat, beta routes, and launch prep for Mortal Shell II.
Unofficial Mortal Shell II wiki covering Shells, Harden combat, open beta routes, editions, and launch-week prep.
- Aug 20
- Worldwide launch
- 8
- Playable Shells
- 3h+
- Open Beta slice
- 60+
- Hand-crafted dungeons
Hubs built around what players search before and after August 20.
Guides Hub
Mortal Shell II guides hub: beginner routes, Harden combat, open beta tips, Shell hunting, bosses, settings, achievements and NG+ Updated.
Read guide UpdatesUpdates Hub
Mortal Shell II updates hub: release date, editions, Advanced Access, system requirements, and news Updated for launch week Plan before.
Read guide ShellsShells Hub
Mortal Shell II Shells hub: roster overview, Harros, Tiel, Eredrim, Proxima, and possession tips Updated for launch week Plan before.
Read guide Tier ListTier List Hub
Mortal Shell II tier list hub: early Shell rankings, loadout ideas, and caveats before the full roster Updated for launch week.
Read guide ToolsTools Hub
Mortal Shell II tools hub: pre-launch checklist, Shell checklist, and Open Beta progress tracker Updated for launch week Plan before.
Read guide LinksLinks Hub
Mortal Shell II official links hub: Steam page, official site, publisher channels, and wiki navigation Updated for launch week.
Read guideDeep walkthroughs for combat, Shells, bosses, and the open beta.
Guides Hub
Mortal Shell II guides hub: beginner routes, Harden combat, open beta tips, Shell hunting, bosses, settings, achievements and NG+ Updated.
Read guide GuidesMortal Shell II Getting Started
Beginner Mortal Shell II guide: Harbinger basics, early goals, Harden habits, Shell hunting, and launch-week prep Updated for launch week.
Read guide ShellsShells Hub
Mortal Shell II Shells hub: roster overview, Harros, Tiel, Eredrim, Proxima, and possession tips Updated for launch week Plan before.
Read guide ShellsMortal Shell II All Shells Roster
Mortal Shell II Shells roster: eight playable vessels, confirmed names, beta availability, and hunting tips Updated for launch week.
Read guide Tier ListTier List Hub
Mortal Shell II tier list hub: early Shell rankings, loadout ideas, and caveats before the full roster Updated for launch week.
Read guide Tier ListMortal Shell II Shell Tier List
Early Mortal Shell II Shell tier list with beta caveats for Harros, Tiel, and reveal Shells Updated for launch week Plan before August 20.
Read guide ToolsTools Hub
Mortal Shell II tools hub: pre-launch checklist, Shell checklist, and Open Beta progress tracker Updated for launch week Plan before.
Read guide ToolsMortal Shell II Pre-Launch Checklist
Mortal Shell II pre-launch checklist: editions, drivers, beta lessons, Shell goals, and day-one prep Updated for launch week.
Read guide UpdatesUpdates Hub
Mortal Shell II updates hub: release date, editions, Advanced Access, system requirements, and news Updated for launch week Plan before.
Read guide UpdatesMortal Shell II Release Date
Mortal Shell II release date: August 20, 2026 on Steam, PS5, and Xbox, plus Devout Advanced Access Updated for launch week Plan before.
Read guide GuidesMortal Shell II Combat and Harden Guide
Mortal Shell II combat guide: no stamina, Harden timing, posture breaks, Seal parries, Resolve, and critical strikes Updated for launch.
Read guide Tier ListMortal Shell II Builds and Loadouts
Mortal Shell II builds guide: Resolve budgets, sidearms, Harden-focused loadouts, and early Shell setups Updated for launch week.
Read guide ToolsMortal Shell II Shell Checklist
Mortal Shell II Shell checklist: track Harros, Tiel, Eredrim, Proxima, and TBA vessels as you explore Updated for launch week.
Read guide UpdatesMortal Shell II Editions and Pre-Order
Mortal Shell II editions: Standard, Devout Advanced Access, Obsidian skins, and PS5 Revered Edition Updated for launch week Plan before.
Read guide GuidesMortal Shell II Open Beta Guide
Mortal Shell II Open Beta on Steam, PS5, and Xbox: scope, Tiel, Magdalena route, and carry rules before launch.
Read guide ShellsTiel the Acolyte — Mortal Shell II
Tiel the Acolyte in Mortal Shell II: Open Beta discovery, playstyle notes, and links to Shell hunting routes Updated for launch week.
Read guide GuidesHow to Find Shells in Mortal Shell II
How to find Shells in Mortal Shell II: possession rules, Tiel beta routes, roster tips, and exploration habits Updated for launch week.
Read guide GuidesMortal Shell II Preview Review
Mortal Shell II preview review from trailers and Open Beta: combat changes, Shells, world design, and launch caveats Updated for launch.
Read guide GuidesMortal Shell II Beta Rewards and Progress
Mortal Shell II Open Beta rewards: Flayed Harbinger skin, Marrow Keep prologue skip, and what resets at launch.
Read guide GuidesMortal Shell II Best PC Settings
Mortal Shell II PC settings: graphics presets, DLSS/FSR, frame pacing, VRAM, and controller fix tips for launch week Updated for August 20.
Read guide GuidesMortal Shell II Map and Beacons
Mortal Shell II map and beacon guide: how the world map unlocks, fast travel, and region tips Updated for launch week.
Read guide GuidesMortal Shell II New Game Plus
Mortal Shell II New Game Plus: carry rules, fresh challenges, hidden Shells, and a smarter second run. Updated for launch.
Read guideFollow this order if you are jumping in from the beta or day one.
- 1
Confirm platforms and editions
Read the release date and editions overview so you know Standard, Devout Advanced Access, and the PS5 Revered Edition differences before you buy.
- 2
Lock in PC settings before launch
Skim the best PC settings page so day-one drivers, DLSS / FSR balance, controller fixes, and shader-compilation stutter are already dialed in when the servers flip on August 20.
- 3
Learn stamina-free combat
Study Harden, posture breaks, and parry timing so aggression stays tactical instead of button-mashing.
- 4
Play or finish the Open Beta
Use the Open Beta guide and beta rewards for scope, Flayed Harbinger, Marrow Keep skip, and how the prologue leads into the first open region.
- 5
Map your first route
When the world opens, read the map and beacons page to learn the Siphon vendor, fast travel rules, and beacon rhythm before committing to a route.
- 6
Pick and hunt Shells
Compare the Shell roster, then follow how to find Shells and the Shell checklist tool.
- 7
Plan your first loadout
Check the early Shell tier list and builds and loadouts before committing upgrade materials.
- 8
Save achievements and NG+ for the second pass
Bookmark the achievements guide before finishing the campaign, then use the New Game Plus rules to clean lore, Shell bonding, and combat feats without a third playthrough.
Wiki FAQ
Quick answers for launch week and the open beta.
When does Mortal Shell II release?
Worldwide launch is August 20, 2026 on Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series. Devout Edition buyers can start Advanced Access on August 17. Full details live on the [release date page](/updates/release-date/).
Is this wiki official?
No. This is an unofficial fan resource. Always verify patch notes, store pages, and edition contents through Cold Symmetry and Playstack channels listed on our [links hub](/wiki/).
Which languages are supported?
This wiki supports: English, Français, Deutsch, Español. Configure locales in site.meta.json and run npm run generate:i18n.
Does the Open Beta progress transfer?
Inventory mostly resets. Flayed Harbinger needs ~30 minutes of play; progress beyond Marrow Keep unlocks an optional prologue skip. Details: [beta rewards](/guides/beta-rewards/), [Open Beta guide](/guides/open-beta/), and the [beta progress checklist](/tools/beta-progress/).
How many Shells are in the full game?
Cold Symmetry markets eight playable Shells for the full release. The beta highlights Harros and Tiel; Eredrim and Proxima appear in official gameplay. See the [Shells hub](/players/).
Where can I check PC settings before launch?
The [best PC settings guide](/guides/best-pc-settings/) covers Day-One drivers, DLSS / FSR balance, controller fixes, audio mix, and a launch-day stutter checklist.