There is no early-access rush with Valor Mortis.
One More Level’s new first-person Soulslike launches worldwide today, October 13, 2026, on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. More importantly, players have several ways to get into the game without committing to the full purchase immediately: Xbox Game Pass includes it from day one, while PlayStation players can access a 90-minute trial through PlayStation Plus. XBOX Wire
That makes today’s launch a little easier to approach.
If you’re wondering when Valor Mortis unlocks, whether you need to buy it with Game Pass, or how the PlayStation trial works, here’s what you need to know before jumping in.
Quick Summary
- Release date: October 13, 2026
- Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC
- Game Pass: Day-one access through Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass
- PlayStation: 90-minute trial reported for PlayStation Plus
- Standard Edition: $39.99
- Deluxe Edition: $59.99
- Early access: None
- Pre-orders: None
- Genre: First-person Soulslike action game
- Developer: One More Level
- Setting: A supernatural version of Napoleonic-era Europe
- Main character: William, a resurrected soldier
- Release: No separate early-access period
When Does Valor Mortis Release?
Valor Mortis officially launches on October 13.
The developer and publisher have announced a worldwide launch schedule of 10:00 AM PDT / 1:00 PM EDT / 5:00 PM UTC. TriplePoint Newsroom
That puts the expected release at around 10:30 PM IST on October 13.
There is, however, one reason not to treat every storefront countdown as identical. Current PlayStation information has shown a different regional unlock time, while Xbox and PC listings confirm the October 13 launch without displaying the same storefront-specific countdown. The Click
For that reason, check the countdown on your own platform immediately before launch if you’re planning around the exact minute.
Is Valor Mortis on Xbox Game Pass?
Yes.
Valor Mortis is a day-one Game Pass release. Xbox lists it for Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, meaning subscribers in those tiers can play the full game as part of their subscription when it launches. XBOX Wire
There is no separate Game Pass early-access window to chase.
Everyone gets access as part of the October 13 launch.
That also makes Game Pass the simplest way for subscribers who are curious about One More Level’s latest project to jump in without buying the game separately.
What About the PlayStation Plus Trial?
PlayStation players have a different option.
Valor Mortis is reported to receive a 90-minute trial through PlayStation Plus at launch. The trial gives players a limited amount of time to experience the opening before deciding whether they want to continue with the full game. Polygon
This is particularly useful for a Soulslike because the first few encounters can tell you a lot about whether the combat clicks with you.
One important distinction: the trial is not the same thing as full Game Pass access. Xbox subscribers get the full game through the applicable Game Pass plans, while the PlayStation offering is a limited trial.
There Is No Early Access
Valor Mortis is taking a surprisingly straightforward approach to launch.
There is no early-access period.
There are also no pre-orders.
Players aren’t being separated into different launch groups based on an edition or pre-order status. The game simply arrives on October 13, with the different access options depending on your platform and subscription. Beebom
So if you’re waiting for an early-access unlock, there is nothing to wait for.
What Exactly Is Valor Mortis?
If the name is new to you, Valor Mortis comes from One More Level, the studio behind Ghostrunner.
This time, the developer is moving away from its cyberpunk setting and into a dark supernatural version of Napoleonic Europe.
You play as William, a soldier of Napoleon’s Grande Armée who returns from death to a world that has become something very different from the one he left behind. A mysterious plague is spreading, supernatural forces are involved and the story follows William’s attempt to understand what happened. XBOX Wire
The combat is presented from a first-person perspective, mixing Soulslike combat with supernatural abilities.
That combination is probably the game’s biggest hook.
How Does the Game Play?
Valor Mortis is built around close-range combat, exploration and supernatural powers.
The first-person camera changes the feel of the Soulslike formula. Instead of watching your character perform attacks from behind, you’re directly inside the action.
Timing matters.
So does positioning.
And, as you’d expect from the genre, charging into every encounter without understanding the enemy in front of you is unlikely to end well.
The game also builds its combat around William’s supernatural condition, giving the character abilities that go beyond conventional weapons.
Which Edition Should You Know About?
There are two main editions at launch.
| Edition | Price |
|---|---|
| Standard Edition | $39.99 |
| Deluxe Edition | $59.99 |
The Standard Edition contains the base game.
The Deluxe Edition adds additional cosmetic content and includes planned post-launch content tied to the game’s 2027 story DLC. TriplePoint Newsroom
If you’re using Game Pass, however, you don’t need to choose between these editions just to play the base game through the subscription.
What Should You Do When Valor Mortis Unlocks?
Your best first move depends on how you’re accessing the game.
Game Pass player?
Install the full game and start playing.
PS5 player with the trial?
Use the 90 minutes to see whether the combat and first-person Soulslike design work for you.
PC player?
Check your Steam or Xbox app countdown rather than relying on a third-party conversion.
And don’t worry about missing an early-access window.
There isn’t one.
Final Thoughts
Valor Mortis has arrived with a launch strategy that makes the game unusually easy to sample.
Game Pass players can jump straight into the full experience. PS5 players have a 90-minute trial to test the waters. Everyone else can choose between the Standard and Deluxe editions once the game becomes available.
The more interesting question is whether One More Level’s first-person take on the Soulslike formula can stand apart from the crowded genre.
Now players get to find out.
Valor Mortis launches October 13.
And this time, there is no early-access countdown to worry about.
FAQ
When does Valor Mortis release?
Valor Mortis launches on October 13, 2026, for PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.
What time does Valor Mortis release in India?
The publisher’s announced 5:00 PM UTC worldwide launch time converts to approximately 10:30 PM IST on October 13. Storefront countdowns can differ, so check your platform immediately before launch. TriplePoint Newsroom
Is Valor Mortis on Game Pass?
Yes. Valor Mortis is available on Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass from day one. XBOX Wire
Does Valor Mortis have a PS Plus trial?
A 90-minute PlayStation Plus trial is available at launch according to current reporting. Polygon
Does Valor Mortis have early access?
No. Valor Mortis does not have an early-access period.
Can you pre-order Valor Mortis?
No. The game launched without a pre-order period.
What is Valor Mortis?
Valor Mortis is a first-person Soulslike action game from One More Level, the studio behind Ghostrunner. It takes place in a supernatural version of Napoleonic-era Europe.
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