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The AA games industry needs "a few more Expedition 33s" before publishers stop seeing smaller games as a major financial risk, says Valor Mortis director
Despite the massive success of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, publishers remain hesitant to invest in AA games, viewing them as a significant financial risk. Radek Ratusznik, director at One More Level, believes the industry needs more unexpected bestsellers like Expedition 33 to prove the viability of smaller-scale, creative titles.
"We probably need a few more Expedition 33s to just prove them wrong" – the maker of Valor Mortis on why publishers should have faith in AA
One More Level, the studio behind Ghostrunner, discusses the challenges of securing funding for AA games despite successes like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. After losing publisher Private Division, the studio found a new partner in Lyrical Games, a publisher focused on mid-tier titles, allowing them to maintain their team and quality for Valor Mortis.
Valor Mortis is the first soulslike I've immediately enjoyed, and not just because it's in first-person
Valor Mortis is a new soulslike game that distinguishes itself with a first-person perspective, blending traditional soulslike mechanics with first-person shooter elements. Developed by One More Level, known for the Ghostrunner series, the game aims to offer a unique and fluid combat experience set in an alternate Napoleonic era. Director Radosław Ratusznik highlighted the freedom of choice in combat and the developer's experience in creating fast-paced, fluid gameplay.
Valor Mortis' first-person perspective opens up "new opportunities" within the soulslike genre
Valor Mortis is a unique soulslike that distinguishes itself with a first-person perspective, a departure from the genre's typical third-person view. Game Director Radosław Ratusznik explains this choice stems from developer One More Level's experience with the first-person action game Ghostrunner, aiming to create a complex and innovative first-person action experience. The game blends traditional soulslike mechanics like stamina management and checkpoints with elements such as parkour, dual-wielding, and superpowers, offering players significant freedom in combat approach.
Valor Mortis dev considering shifting its release date out of September: "A lot happened"
One More Level, the developer of the Napoleonic soulslike Valor Mortis, is considering shifting its release date out of the crowded September 2026 window. Game Director Radosław Ratusznik stated that the team will reassess the launch date in the coming days, acknowledging the intense competition from major titles like Grand Theft Auto 6 and other upcoming releases. The game is currently slated for September 24, but a delay into October is being considered to give it a better chance of standing out.
