Valor Mortis launches with strong combat but mixed reviews

Valor Mortis, a first-person action game inspired by Dark Souls, is now out on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series consoles. Early reviews praise its responsive parry-focused combat and grim Napoleonic setting, but note frustration with awkward first-person controls, repetitive settings, and a limited selection of weapons and powers. Despite inventive set-pieces and creature design, some critics say the game's reliance on traps and trickery gets tiring by the end.

• Launched October 13, 2026, on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S
• Emphasizes parrying and duels with monsters
• Praised for inventive set-pieces and atmosphere
• Criticized for awkward first-person combat sections
• Weapon and ability variety is limited