Valor Mortis Achieves Break-Even in First Week Amidst Competitive Release Window
- One More Level’s Valor Mortis recovers production costs within its first week.
- The game launched amid fierce competition, including titles like GTA 6.
- One More Level hints at future DLC while celebrating the game’s success.
Developer One More Level has announced that its recent first-person Soulslike game, Valor Mortis, has reached a break-even point just one week after its release. The studio, recognized for its work on the Ghostrunner series, celebrated this milestone through a social media post stating, “We are beyond proud to announce that Valor Mortis has officially reached a break-even point in just seven days.” The developer expressed gratitude to players, noting, “This incredible milestone wouldn’t be possible with you. Thank you for answering the Emperor’s call and believing in our vision!”
@ValorMortis has officially reached a break-even point in just 7 DAYS! This incredible milestone wouldn’t be possible without YOU. Thank you for answering the Emperor’s call and believing in our vision! https://t.co/w0Bh6y2YrO
— One More Level (@oml_games) October 21, 2026
Reaching break-even signifies that Valor Mortis has recouped its production costs; any subsequent sales will yield profit for One More Level and its publisher, Lyrical Games. This accomplishment is particularly noteworthy as the game launched during a busy period for new releases, notably overshadowed by the impending release of GTA 6.
Despite the competitive landscape that included titles such as Control Resonant, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, Silent Hill Townfall, Gears of War: E-Day, and Marvel’s Wolverine, Valor Mortis has been well-received. Eurogamer’s review specifically highlighted the game’s engaging combat and unique parkour elements, stating, “Valor Mortis is a delight; a gloriously entertaining Soulslike whose fluid foundational combat and cleverly designed enemy encounters would probably be enough on their own.” Reviewer Matt Wales noted the game’s “exhilarating parkour” and intricate level design as contributing factors to its success.
One More Level was candid about the challenges of releasing a game during such a crowded season. The developer set the price of Valor Mortis at £40/$40, citing the competitive market and high demand for consumers’ time and finances. The release date was strategically adjusted from September 24 to avoid launching alongside other major titles.
Valor Mortis was made available last week across multiple platforms, including PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and Game Pass. In response to inquiries about downloadable content and future updates, the developer has indicated they are actively working on these features.
News Courtesy of Eurogamer
