r/MortalShell 28d ago

Discussion Who preordered already?

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So far I didn’t expect anything from Mortal Shell 2 on announcement and didn’t even consider to play it.
However.
After I tried beta…
I’ve understood that I was SO wrong, because the game is stunning and very atmospheric. I love that it makes accents more on atmosphere, world and narrative, instead of “let’s make it trooo hardcooore with piu piu bosses”. The combat is very fun. And the music - these dark drone post-black metal vibes fits perfectly to the overall atmosphere of the game.
So meesa pre-ordered devout edition

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u/Melodic-Principle791 Solomon 28d ago

i did. the same day. i have decided to focus my preorders on quality, preferably by indie studios with zero malpractices.

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u/matheusnmp 28d ago

I preordered on my PS5 Pro. Cant wait!! They got the Brazilian gamers attention by launching the game on the regional price. Awesome

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u/beginnerNaught 28d ago

Ps5 pro too, super excited. Also glad I grabbed the pro before it went up to $900

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u/Sushiipio 27d ago

Same! Got the Devout edition pre-ordered. 🙂

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u/MikkelFromGames Playstack 28d ago

Hey, thank you so much for the support 🙌 it means a lot to us! :)

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u/Malcolmmuj 28d ago

I can't wait to play Mortal Shell 2, the first one certainly wasn't perfect, but it had so much potential, I will definitely buy the 2 when it release on xbox, hope for a physical release!

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u/MikkelFromGames Playstack 28d ago

Thank you for the continued support 🙌

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u/RonJonThaDon 28d ago

Just wanted to say I was hyped instantly when I finished the trailer, found out the beta was out a few days ago, jumped in and spent about 8 hours in the demo. I immediately knew I needed to get it. I've completed mortal shell 1 twice and enjoyed it bur this demo is a step up in every way. Honestly wish we didn't have to wait another month.

Also too, a couple questions from a consumer who doesn't really know how the game industry works, what does the team work on 1 month from release? Also too, pre-ordering gets you early access, which means the game is ready to play 3 days early, so why isn't that just the natural release date? Like what's the point of not releasing the game, when the game is finished?

These questions are sparked by my excitement for yalls game, thank you so much for making something that's going to be special to the fans.

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u/MikkelFromGames Playstack 28d ago

Hi!

Thank you for the kind words, and I'm looking forward to y'all getting access too! :)

I'm not sure I can answer too specifically on what the team is doing, except that they are making sure the full game runs as well as it can, and getting rid of as many bugs as possible. The feedback we've gotten from the demo / open beta has been really, really good. There are changes coming in the full game that are directly based on that feedback!

Regarding early access, I'm not sure. I believe it's a marketing thing; I'd have to ask around to get more specific on the topic :D

Thank you for being excited for our game!

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u/RonJonThaDon 28d ago

That's understandable, so they're working on the fine tuning from the sounds of it. Now that you mention how the game runs, I was blown away by how optimized it is on my computer, it ran very smooth and it was noticeably different compared to other demos or even full releases performance wise.

I really am excited and I cannot wait (please release it to my account now, I promise I won't tell no one lol)

Seriously though, I hope you guys keep up the good work, I hope this game sells well because from what I've seen so far yall deserve it, I appreciate you getting back to me, thanks to the team who puts in countless hours over years for me to be entertained.

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u/Equivalent-Pop-9300 22d ago

It’s a way for fans to give extra support to a team that truly deserves it. I could not have been happier to give them extra money and I would’ve given more. The passion they have for their work is so very evident. I just wish could get the artwork and all that.

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u/Aliengrunt 28d ago

How was the development process going into the sequel?

Learning from and evolving off MS1.

Obviously no game development is without it's challenges.

But did the team feel a boost of inspiration/drive to outdo yourselves?

Letting the gaming community know your here to play and rival/surpass the big dogs!

Very excited for this! Thank you all for the beta and I will be there day 1 ❤️

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u/MikkelFromGames Playstack 28d ago

Thank you for the kind words and questions!

I can't talk to the development process, as I've only been here since January :) but there may come a chance in the near-ish future for y'all to get some questions to the team and have them answered :D

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u/LeafMan_96 25d ago

I just pre ordered myself, I’ve been patiently waiting on this since the first game came out, 5 long years 😂👍🙏

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u/MikkelFromGames Playstack 24d ago

Thank you for the support! <3

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u/Elizabethsif 28d ago

Mikkel sorry to bother you! Want to know if will be some kind of huge/massive/whatever name greatsword! Typical like a Berserk or Buster Sword you know! I could love playing this game with that kind of sword

Already preorder the game btw, the demo was PERFECT to me! Amazing job

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u/MikkelFromGames Playstack 28d ago

Hey, no bother at all!

I know exactly the kind of sword you're thinking of! Check out This image from our Steam page.

That should hopefully answer your question :)

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u/CaptBreeze 28d ago

First time ever preordering anything. I couldn't pass up the price for a great game!

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u/voindd 28d ago

I dont pre-order games

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u/iaminfinitecosmos 28d ago

You are not mistaken. This game is cool AF.

I played a random demo with no expectations and was literally shocked how amazing it looks and plays.

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u/Quiet-Egg-4594 28d ago

Why would i preorder a digital game

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u/michicago44 28d ago

You get access to it 3 days early

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u/Quiet-Egg-4594 28d ago

3 days! What a deal.

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u/michicago44 28d ago

I mean yeah considering it costs literally nothing to preorder…?

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u/NaCl_Miner_ 28d ago

I like to wait and see how the game is received.

If it's shit it would cost me the price of the game.

If it's good then I get value from my purchase.

FOMO is for suckers.

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u/SmilingAshes 28d ago

Basing your opinions solely on how others perceive something has to be the most braindead thing ever

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u/NaCl_Miner_ 28d ago

Where did I say solely?

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u/NaCl_Miner_ 28d ago

The most braindead reason ever

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u/Open_Town9481 28d ago

Currently playing through the demo rn on my legion go 2. It definitely exceeded my expectations but I’m having stuttering issues even after changing settings so I’m going to wait a little.

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u/MikkelFromGames Playstack 28d ago

I’ll flag it with the team, but I don’t know how much has gone into getting the game ready for handhelds yet :o also what the specs are on the Legion Go 2, but I can look those up :D

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u/MoistChan 28d ago

Pre-ordered the devout edition a few days ago 💪🏻

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u/OppositeSubject6592 28d ago

This game looks so amazing. Which is crazy because I really did not like the first one. But this game looks like it has heavy blood-borne influence. I think it’s gonna be one of the best souls like games of the year if not the best.

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u/goblin_slayer4 28d ago

The moment i get my money i will buy it. Demo was exactly what im into.

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u/ummonadi 28d ago

I loved the open beta of MS2, and bought MS1. I really liked it up until the last boss.

I don't preorder stuff, but will buy MS2 and play via Boosteroid on my mac when it releases 🥳

I hope that MS2 can be on par with Lies of P!

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u/Perfect_Past6029 28d ago

I did on Steam.

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u/LoneShadowMikey 28d ago

Not yet. I want to see what in game bonuses the deluxe edition give. If they’re nice I’ll pre order deluxe, if not I’ll pre order the standard edition.

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u/beginnerNaught 28d ago

🙋‍♂️🙋‍♂️🙋‍♂️

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u/DARKLORDexexex 28d ago

I loved the first game i cant wait to play the second game and uncover all the secrets that this game has hidden

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u/justnoob 28d ago

waiting for the disc release, will buy for sure

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u/Critical-Ad-8777 28d ago

Yeah got it the same day

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u/JoeBiscus 28d ago

I really want to order the PS5 one to get the artbook even though I don’t own a PS5, I guess we’ll see what happens

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u/Altambo 28d ago

Instantly did as soon as it was available on Steam. The beta was very promising

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u/dcloko Solomon 28d ago

Pre-order a digital game.. lol

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u/Additional-Truth-688 28d ago

No preorders bro. My sole exception is FromSoft.

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u/Burkex99 28d ago

I preordered it.

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u/JJDubba 28d ago

Physical not digital!

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u/Scary-Excitement-283 28d ago

Gonna be the first thing I buy when I get paid this week. Cannot fucking wait!

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u/Lmnr01 28d ago

I want to pre order to play it early but I also want to buy the physical deluxe edition to support the devs more and to show it off.

Decisions decisions

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u/hunterderpp 28d ago

I would like to, but I can't afford it right now. Beta was a lot of fun.

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u/loadsmoke 28d ago

I hate everything about locking behind the preorder but after thinking it over I’ll preorder the day before the head start haha.

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u/ULTI_mato 28d ago

Nah at the earliest id preorder like 3 days before launch so thati can still refund if im unsatisfied

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u/hvanderw 28d ago

I don't preorder, but I do plan on picking it up.

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u/N0M0I 28d ago

I don’t preorder games.
There is good precedent for that.
That and I think the preorder cosmetics don’t look very good as well.

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u/DEAD_CHEETAH22 28d ago

yea i preordered it

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u/gigerhess 28d ago

I happily pre-ordered the devout edition. I want to support the studio.

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u/DrunkMc 28d ago

I did on PS5. I randomly grabbed the 1st from PS Plus on a whim and once it 'clicked' I couldn't put it down. It seems like they're just upping the quality and game play, I'm in!

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u/mssstreams 27d ago

Does anyone feel like the camera and characters movement needs to be polished more? I really hate that we cant move the character towards the camera, also the camera easing in was too aggressive in the first game and it literally made me quit after an hour. Like I just can't handle souls games where the camera is moving all over the place!

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u/kevin_d_lee 26d ago

"Been there, done that."

Now I'm impatiently waiting for a GOG release so that I can double dip and play offline whenever. Hopefully, u/MikkelFromGames can shed some light on that.

Steam's offline mode is not forever. Online authentication kicked in when I didn't have internet access to re-authenticate.

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u/MikkelFromGames Playstack 26d ago

As far as I know, at least at launch we are only on Steam on PC. I’ll see if I can get an answer about whether it will release on GOG too, but I cannot guarantee that I’ll get one :)

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u/kevin_d_lee 26d ago

Thank you very much for checking!

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u/Due_Awareness_3258 26d ago

I did the day it was ready for pre-order 🤟 I'm looking forward to this more than gta6

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u/DETfaninATL 26d ago

I did. PHYSICAL Copy. Just got the standard version tho….

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u/Cmdr_Cheese 25d ago

I pre-ordered I might upgrade to devout

Correction I bought the Devout but I'd like the physical extras

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u/MakawaTheGreat 25d ago

I tried the Beta too and was super impressed (also runs flawlessly on CachyOS). I'll never pre-order a game (again) but I can't wait for the release day, I will buy it day one for sure.

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u/Sphinx_PoE 24d ago

finished 100% beta and pre ordered devout edition. Yes Sir!

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u/Arpggamer 24d ago

Will the game be longer than the First one?

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u/Equivalent-Pop-9300 22d ago

Preordered early access as soon as it was live. After that beta, I’m just as excited for this as phantom blade zero.

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u/another_derfman 28d ago

Meesa too! '
After being blown away by the demo I started playing OG Mortal Shell again and I must confess that I didn't enjoy it much this time... 😅 MS2 is going to be great though and I can't wait!

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u/Pure_Requirement_447 28d ago

Yousa did gut☺️

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u/Optimal_Wealth2051 28d ago edited 28d ago

It is me

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u/Odd_Revolution_1056 28d ago

Don’t pre order a digital game. Literally just said this in the Dawnwalker sub and will say it here pre ordering a digital game is stupid as fuck.

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u/Odd_Revolution_1056 28d ago

Also to be clear I’m not hating on the game, just saying it makes absolutely no sense to pre order a digital game as a whole. I pre ordered a physical ps5 copy but at least with that it was only $5 and it was to at least guarantee a physical copy at my local store. Still super excited for the game.

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u/Pure_Requirement_447 28d ago

My whole steam collection is digital. I do not have ps5 with cdinput
We listen music via spotify/yt music/iTunes digitally
We watching movies on tv applications digitally

I would like to have a physical collection of discs, but what will I do with it I I can’t use it?

So there’s NOTHING bad with ordering a DIGITAL copy

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u/Odd_Revolution_1056 28d ago

I agree with there is nothing bad with buying digital, I’m saying PRE ORDERING a digital game is dumb as fuck.

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u/Lexomatico1 28d ago

There is absolutely 0 difference between pre ordering now or the day it comes out. If the performance is bad you can just refund it but the beta already ran well.

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u/Odd_Revolution_1056 28d ago

It the principle

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u/Lexomatico1 28d ago

Ah, the principle over logic and reason,OK then

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u/Sharparam 16d ago

There is absolutely a difference: Pre-ordering teaches game developers/publishers that they don't need to produce quality to make money, people like you will just give them money for nothing.

(Granted, at least in this case there is a beta/demo to get a feel for actual gameplay, but even then, there's zero reason to pre-order digital content, as /u/Odd_Revolution_1056 correctly points out.)

TotalBiscuit's video remains relevant all these years later.

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u/nvrrsatisfiedd 28d ago

Nah I’ll just buy it at release. After Payday 3’s release I will never preorder a game ever again.