Round Toast Studios has announced the first major update for Soulslike/Roguelike title, Mortal Rite, has been released.
The update addresses “the most requested features from fans”, says the developer, which also says it’s been listening to feedback from the community since the game launched in early access on PC back in November 2024. Round Toast Studios says: “This update marks the first step in Mortal Rite’s Early Access development journey and the commitment of the team to deliver a deep and fulfilling gameplay experience.”
Here’s some of the major update points:
- Onboarding has been improved and will continue to evolve with player feedback.
- Brand new tutorial for new players to learn the basics
- Reworked character kits of abilities
- Updated menu look and feel
- Connecting with friends through multiplayer is a more concise process, with a region locking option now added.
- Numerous bug fixes, performance and quality of life improvements.
The team says that: “Mortal Rite is an action-packed crossover between a Souls-like and Roguelike game where gamers fight solo or side-by-side with up to 5 co-op players, utilising swappable abilities and items while using the bodies of resurrected champions.” One nice feature is that multiplayer is available right from the start of the game, so you don’t have to jump through any hoops to play with pals.
The core of Mortal Rite is a fast, action-based melee combat system that allows players to trade blows with enemies and rewards strategy over button-mashing. Choose from a variety of characters to embody, each with their own lore, fighting style, and abilities. Overcome enemies by using different skills, strategies, cooperation, collecting and crafting items to stop the encroachment of the king. Play solo or co-op multiplayer from the very start of the game, with a maximum party size of 5. Duel with your friends in the refuge for additional rewards, but be wary, as a larger party size will attract additional enemies.
Mortal Rite is in PC early access now via Steam, and costs $24.99USD / £19.99GBP / €24.99EUR.