Valor Mortis Launches October 13 on Game Pass and PS Plus Trial

Valor Mortis arrives on October 13, 2026, for PC, Xbox Series X/S, and PlayStation 5, priced at $39.99 across all platforms. Developed by One More Level—the studio behind Ghostrunner—and published by Lyrical Games, the first-person soulslike game is set amid Napoleon’s forces and puts players in the role of William, a fallen soldier resurrected after a plague transforms his comrades into monsters.

The release strategy creates a stark contrast between two major subscription platforms. Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass service grants full access to Valor Mortis on day one, whereas PlayStation Plus Premium members receive only a 90-minute trial to experience the combat system, atmosphere, and first boss design. According to Polygon reports cited by Gamereactor, publisher Lyrical Games set the $39.99 price point to compete against a crowded fall release schedule, while the full game is estimated to feature a campaign lasting around 20 hours.

Subscription Access Options on Launch Day

The two subscription tiers offer widely different entry points for players evaluating the single-player game. Game Pass subscribers obtain the complete title immediately upon release, while PlayStation users must play a strictly timed preview. Players utilizing the PlayStation Plus Premium 90-minute trial can sample the full version of the game, allowing any progress made during the trial to carry over if they decide to purchase it later. However, given the roughly 20-hour campaign length, Gamereactor notes that this trial functions merely as a brief introduction rather than a substantial portion of the story.

Telset reports that the trial provides an upfront look at dodge and parry mechanics without requiring any immediate financial commitment. This try-before-you-buy model arrives during a packed gaming season where consumers may be saving funds for other releases, such as The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake or special edition vinyl soundtracks for Grand Theft Auto VI. Steam Deck compatibility for the PC version remains unconfirmed.

William Seeks Catalysts and Ambers Before October Launch

Set against the backdrop of Napoleon’s army, William’s journey requires players to seek out Catalysts and Ambers in order to unlock new abilities and modify character statistics. As the October 13, 2026 launch approaches, questions remain regarding how the title will fare against upcoming releases like the Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive The Duskbloods.

The 90-minute PlayStation Plus Premium trial serves as a direct assessment tool for users managing their subscriptions amid shifting monthly catalogs, even as they weigh the necessity of learning account management features like how to cancel PlayStation Plus. Subscribers to both platforms face no long wait to discover whether Valor Mortis succeeds upon arrival.