Valor Mortis takes players back to Napoleonic-era Europe

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Valor Mortis is a first-person action game with soulslike mechanics, developed by the team behind Ghostrunner. The game transports players to an alternate version of 19th-century Europe, where the aftermath of prolonged warfare intertwines with horror and supernatural elements. It is scheduled for release on October 13, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

Valor Mortis (Image source: Steam)
Valor Mortis (Image source: Steam)

Returning from the dead in a twisted version of Europe

Players take on the role of William, a soldier in Napoleon's Grand Army who is brought back to life after dying on the battlefield. However, the world he awakens to has changed beyond recognition. A mysterious plague is spreading across Europe, and William has acquired strange powers connected to the very disease ravaging the continent.

As he searches for the truth, William must confront terrifying creatures and uncover a conspiracy that threatens all of humanity. The story blends historical figures and settings with fictional, horror, and supernatural elements.

Confronting terrifying creatures (Image source: Steam)
Confronting terrifying creatures (Image source: Steam)

Combat built around precision and supernatural powers

Valor Mortis features a combat system centered on well-timed parries, quick evasive maneuvers, and powerful finishing attacks. Players can wield a variety of weapons while harnessing supernatural abilities to increase their damage output and unlock new powers.

Death is not simply a setback but also an opportunity for the protagonist to grow stronger. This mechanic reinforces the genre's signature challenges, requiring players to study their opponents, adapt their tactics, and refine their skills with each encounter.

Combat emphasizes well-timed parries (Image source: Steam)
Combat emphasizes well-timed parries (Image source: Steam)

Exploring an alternate 19th-century Europe

The game reimagines 19th-century Europe in an alternate timeline shaped by the devastating consequences of prolonged warfare. The plague distorts both people and landscapes, while monstrous members of Napoleon's Immortal Guard pose a constant threat throughout William's journey.

Monsters from Napoleon's Immortal Guard (Image source: Steam)
Monsters from Napoleon's Immortal Guard (Image source: Steam)

Agile movement allows players to evade dangerous creatures and navigate hazardous areas. Exploring the environment can also reveal clues and hidden secrets, helping players improve their chances of survival.

Uncovering the secrets behind the plague

Beyond its combat encounters, Valor Mortis follows William's quest to discover the origins of the plague and the mystery behind his unnatural resurrection. Clues hidden throughout the game world can help players piece together the events unfolding around them and uncover the connection between William's newfound powers and the catastrophe engulfing Europe.