One More Level’s first-person Soulslike set in a supernatural Napoleonic Europe is coming to Xbox, PlayStation, and PC this Fall
KRAKÓW, Poland – April 9, 2026 – Lyrical Games, the independent publisher backing creatively ambitious titles, today unveiled a brand new trailer for Valor Mortis at the Triple-i Initiative showcase, offering an extensive look at the fast-paced, first-person Soulslike combat by developer One More Level. The Kraków-based studio, known for the high-octane Ghostrunner series, details Valor Mortis as a dark, supernatural reimagining of 19th-century Europe, where a mysterious plague ravages the continent following Napoleon Bonaparte’s conquest. Valor Mortis is set to launch Fall 2026 on PS5, Xbox Series S|X, and Steam.
Check out the Triple-i Initiative trailer here, showcasing Valor Mortis’ dark Napoleonic grit and its brutal first-person combat. The trailer reveals tools players will have at their disposal, including traversal mechanics that nod to the developer’s Ghostrunner roots: a grapple hook and wall-running that let William flank enemies from above and navigate treacherous terrain, as well as the Rapier, a high-skill melee weapon that rewards well-timed parries and precise dodges. Players will also come face to face with The Orphan, a Neftoglobin abomination lurking in the city sewers whose gaping chest cavity belches a jet of acid that strips flesh from bone.
Built in Unreal Engine 5, Valor Mortis represents One More Level’s most ambitious project to date: a bold new IP that channels the studio’s mastery of first-person perspective gameplay blended with Soulslike mechanics and a haunting aesthetic.
Valor Mortis Key Features:
- A Grand Napoleonic Narrative: Napoleon’s conquest has unleashed something far more horrifying than war. Play as William, a resurrected soldier of the Grande Armée guided by Napoleon’s disembodied voice, as you traverse ravaged battlefields, sprawling mountains, and European-inspired cities consumed by a grotesque, continent-wide plague — the same corruption that pulses through William’s veins and gave him life.
- First-person Soulslike combat: Challenging, stamina-and skill-based combat designed to feel threatening and immersive, drawing on One More Level’s expertise in first-person perspective. Every death is a stepping stone to mastery as you perfect your ability to parry blows, dash out of harm’s way, and deliver devastating, visceral finishers.
- Dual-wielding and supernatural powers: Master fluid combat by weaving together Napoleonic-era weaponry, such as rapiers and pistols, while also utilizing the arsenal of William’s devastating supernatural abilities.
- Metroidvania-style exploration: Use William’s newfound mobility to outrun and flank Napoleon’s plague-ridden Eternal Guard. Progress carefully, uncover environmental secrets, and survive the rotting remnants of an endless war.
- AAA audiovisual quality: A disturbing aesthetic built on theatrical lighting and mature, grim themes, with an original score co-composed by Arkadiusz Reikowski, known for his work on Silent Hill 2 Remake, The Medium, and Layers of Fear 1 and 2, alongside in-house composer Oskar Bała.
A press kit with assets for Valor Mortis, One More Level, and Lyrical Games can be found here.
To stay up-to-date with the latest news and updates for Valor Mortis, visit the official website and follow their social media channels: Instagram, X/Twitter, and Bluesky.
About Lyrical Games
Lyrical Games is an independent publisher based in Los Angeles, CA, founded to serve developers building ambitious indie and AA games within an increasingly risk-averse marketplace. Established by Lyrical Media and led by industry veterans with backgrounds at Private Division, Devolver Digital, Humble Games, Microsoft, and more, Lyrical Games partners with studios through transparent, collaboration-driven agreements that preserve creative control and IP ownership. The company’s current slate includes Valor Mortis (One More Level), Erosion (Plot Twist), and unannounced games from Blackbird Interactive and The Chinese Room. To stay up-to-date with the latest news and updates from Lyrical Games, visit the official website and follow their social media channels: Instagram, X/Twitter, and Bluesky. For developers interested in partnering with Lyrical Games, email biz@lyricalgames.co.
About One More Level
Based in Kraków, Poland, One More Level creates high-intensity action games, including the critically acclaimed Ghostrunner series. The studio commands a global reputation for delivering tight, responsive mechanics and a striking stylistic vision. One More Level continues to push the boundaries of the action genre by mastering high-skill, first-person gameplay. Valor Mortis marks the studio’s first wholly owned IP and its most ambitious creative chapter to date. To stay up-to-date with the latest news and updates from One More Level, visit the official website and follow their social media channels: Instagram, X/Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
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