Shell of a King
-42%- Genres
- Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG
- Released
- 2 Apr, 2026
- Developer
- Rosune
- Publisher
- Rosune
Shell of a King price history
£4.35 today90-day low £4.35 (27 Oct 2026)Lowest recorded £4.3590-day average £4.35
Today's price is the lowest we've seen in the last 90 days. Cheapest UK-working PC key across the stores we compare, any edition; tracked since 27 Oct 2026.
$5.81 today90-day low $5.81 (27 Oct 2026)Lowest recorded $5.8190-day average $5.81
Today's price is the lowest we've seen in the last 90 days. Cheapest US-working PC key across the stores we compare, any edition; tracked since 27 Oct 2026.
€4.99 today90-day low €4.99 (27 Oct 2026)Lowest recorded €4.9990-day average €4.99
Today's price is the lowest we've seen in the last 90 days. Cheapest Europe-working PC key across the stores we compare, any edition; tracked since 27 Oct 2026.
About this game
The world crumbles, as it yearns for the presence of the old gods. Only the strongest and most depraved beings remain. Imprisoned beneath the royal capital of Agathara, can you fight your way to the surface?
Shell of a King is a top-down 2.5D bullet-hell RPG with an emphasis on tough boss fights, build customization, an original soundtrack, and an interconnected world to explore. A passion-project by a solo dev.
No AI was used in the creation of Shell of a King, in any shape or form.
Game Features
Top-Down Bullet-Hell Action: Shell of a King blends precise bullet-hell insanity with robust souls-like mechanics in a unique adventure!
Simple Responsive Controls With a Classic Souls-Like Dodge Roll: Triumph over your foes in a rigorous combat system that is easy to learn, but hard to master!
Over 20 Tough Boss Fights: Battle depraved monsters, giant sentient cubes, and terrible wardens that will push you to your limit! Each boss is designed around a unique mechanic to keep encounters fresh and exciting!
A Variety of Enemies to Face: Every area offers new and unique enemies that will keep you on your toes!
Over 100 Items to Discover: In Shell of a King, each regular enemy has a unique item drop, many of which will change how you play! This leads to tons of variety across playthroughs.
Level-System and Build Customization: Level up your stats and play your way! Whether that's a glass-cannon or a tanky damage sponge, Shell of a King supports your favorite play style!
A Non-Linear Style Interconnected World: Explore how you like in a world design style reminiscent of a Metroidvania! Let your curiosity guide you to new areas, bosses, NPCs, items, and more!
Tons of Secrets: Shell of a King is jam-packed with secrets to discover, rewarding thorough exploration, and clever problem solving!
Multiple Endings: Your choices matter in Shell of a King! Follow the story, trust your gut, and let your actions dictate which of the 3 endings you obtain!
NG+: Missed a boss or didn't get the ending you wanted? Start a new game, keeping all your items and levels from the previous playthrough!
An Easy Mode: Want to experience Shell of a King without all the difficulty? Try Easy Mode, and vibe with the cozy 2D and 3D hand-drawn graphics!
Discord Community
Join the Official Shell of a King Discord Server! (link in social media section)
Official Wiki
Check out the Official Shell of a King Wiki! Be careful of spoilers! (link under 'Visit the website')
Trailer
Screenshots
PC system requirements
Minimum
- OS
- Microsoft Windows 10 (64-bit)
- Processor
- Intel Core i7-9700 or AMD Ryzen 5 3600
- Memory
- 16 GB RAM
- Graphics
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 / AMD Radeon RX 580 (6GB VRAM)
- Storage
- 1 GB available space
Recommended
- OS
- Microsoft Windows 10 (64-bit)
- Processor
- Intel Core i7-10700KF or AMD Ryzen 9 3900XT
- Memory
- 32 GB RAM
- Graphics
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 3060 Ti / AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT
- Storage
- 1 GB available space
Shell of a King prices: questions & answers
What is the cheapest Shell of a King price for PC?
The cheapest Shell of a King PC key right now is £4.35 at Kinguin, 42% below the usual price. We compare 2 offers from 2 stores for PC, and prices update at least twice a day.
Cheapest price today: £4.35 at Kinguin (42% off, usually £9.09). We compare 2 stores for Shell of a King, and prices update at least twice a day. Prices can change; the store's checkout price is final. Platform and region details come from each store's listing; the store's product page is final. Zemly may earn a commission if you buy through links on this site, at no extra cost to you (affiliate disclosure).