# TechRadar Review: Valor Mortis Offers Satisfying Parries Alongside Frustrating Traps

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Published on Savlume: 2026-10-12T21:02:34.777Z
Content updated: 2026-10-12T21:03:28.114Z
Source publication time: 2026-10-12T21:00:00.000Z
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In a review of One More Level's first-person Souls-like Valor Mortis, TechRadar highlights the game's crunchy, rewarding parry mechanics, atmospheric Napoleonic horror setting, and inventive platforming set pieces. However, the reviewer noted that repetitive ambush traps, drawn-out enemy attack feints, and narrow weapon build variety frequently disrupt the pacing. The release is primarily recommended for patient players who enjoy precision deflection combat similar to Sekiro or Lies of P.

## Media review

The TechRadar reviewer praises Valor Mortis's parry-focused combat and inventive set pieces, but says repeated tricks, frustrating sections, and limited variety make it a better fit for players who already enjoy challenging Souls-like games.

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- Source-reported strength: The reviewer says the impactful parry effects and follow-up attacks remain satisfying.
- Source-reported strength: Some set pieces combine combat, puzzle-solving, and platforming; the reviewer highlights a sequence across ships suspended above the sea.
- Source-reported strength: The reviewer praises the mix of linear sections and open areas that allow stealth approaches and backstabs.
- Source-reported limitation: Repeated feints, traps, and ambushes frustrated the reviewer.
- Source-reported limitation: The reviewer found a mine section too chaotic and difficult to assess.
- Source-reported limitation: The reviewer says the weapon and build selection is limited and accessibility features are few.

### What platforms does the article list?

PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

### What combat options does the review describe?

A sabre, a pistol, other melee and ranged options, and magical abilities including fire and stasis.

### What accessibility and control options does the article mention?

Subtitle sizing, full keyboard-and-mouse key rebinding, controller schemes, field-of-view adjustment, camera-shake settings, and options to turn blood splatter and dismemberment on or off.
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TechRadar Reviews: https://www.techradar.com/gaming/valor-mortis-review

Purchase destination: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Lyrical+Games+Valor+Mortis

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