Prove your resolve in a roguelike expansion that reshapes Mortal Shell. Death triggers a new cycle amid an ever-shifting landscape under a blackened sky. Players adapt by salvaging resources, investing in upgrades, and enhancing abilities to break free from the abyss.
Carve unique combat paths using over 100 upgrade pillars scattered across Fallgrim and beyond, unlocking exotic weapon enhancements and fresh maneuvers. Master Hadern as the fifth possessable Shell, tapping his skill tree for dagger expertise and punishment absorption in both the main campaign and this mode. Wield the Axatana, which shifts from heavy axe to dual katanas with distinct movesets. Action RPG fans who crave procedurally varied runs and deep customization will find their match.
The Virtuous Cycle is a game-altering roguelike expansion for the award winning Mortal Shell.
Prove your resolve once more, foundling. A blackened sky will be your only certainty as you descend once again through an ever-shifting and never forgiving landscape. Adapt, salvage, invest, and enhance to escape this unending abyss.
"Beware, upon death, a new cycle will begin..."
Carve your own path to deliverance in this self-altering world where no two runs are ever the same. Create your own combat discipline from upgrade pillars that are scattered across Fallgrim and beyond. More than 100 upgrades are yours to inherit, from exotic weapon enhancements to entirely new maneuvers.
Once your elusive teacher, now yours to master. Hadern becomes Mortal Shell’s fifth possessable Shell, playable within both Mortal Shell’s main campaign and The Virtuous Cycle. His unique skill tree unlocks a new domain of innate talents, from dagger mastery to a fearsome ability to absorb punishment.
Fallgrim’s most venerable weapon has been unearthed. In your hands the Axatana bends to your will, assembling itself into a supreme heavy axe when the moment calls, and detaching into lightning-fast dual katanas when you desire. Unique movesets for both stances are yours to unlock.
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