Valor Mortis Is A First-Person Soulslike That Tries Too Much

Valor Mortis is a first-person Soulslike that offers snappy and satisfying combat, but is hampered by a weak story and a sluggish opening. While its unique perspective and rewarding parries are highlights, the game suffers from a limited enemy pool, underutilized mechanics, and an uneven pace. The narrative, set in a novel historical period with a dark twist, is only salvaged by smaller, emotionally charged vignettes, ultimately resulting in an uneven experience.

• Entities
• Topic: First-Person Combat
• Topic: Storytelling
• Topic: Soulslike
• Game: Valor Mortis
• Topic: Game Design
• Company: One More Level