Ethan Crossfield 
Soulslike games are built around the tension of risking progress against dangerous enemies, but a newly discovered Mortal Shell 2 trick removes some of the frustration that follows a defeat. Players can recover dropped Gloom from a safer position by using a sidearm, turning a potentially dangerous return trip into a much simpler task.
Mortal Shell 2’s Gloom Recovery Trick Explained
Gloom is used to level up a Mortal Shell 2 character whenever players reach a Beacon. Enemies are the primary source of this resource, which makes losing it after death especially painful during a successful run.
The newly shared method gives players another option. After respawning at the most recent Beacon, they can return to the location of their defeat and shoot the dropped Gloom with a sidearm. The material can then be reclaimed without requiring the player to stand directly over it.
That distinction matters in a game where the route back to a death location may still contain powerful enemies. Players can avoid re-entering the most dangerous part of an area and may not need to stray far from their intended path to recover their progress.
The Method Also Works in Boss Areas
The trick is not limited to ordinary encounters. It also works in boss areas, which could make it particularly valuable after a failed attempt against one of Mortal Shell 2’s toughest enemies. Bosses provide some of the largest amounts of Gloom, so recovering that resource without immediately repeating the same danger gives players more control over their next run.
The discovery also broadens the role of sidearms. These weapons are already part of Mortal Shell 2’s combat system, alongside Shell abilities, melee attacks, and ranged options. Being able to use a sidearm to collect Gloom means it can serve a practical exploration purpose as well as contribute to combat and apply distinct effects to enemies.
A Useful Discovery for a New Soulslike Launch
Mortal Shell 2 released on August 20 after building considerable anticipation around its launch. Playstack previously announced that the game’s PS5 physical edition had sold out, while early reviews were generally favorable and highlighted lessons carried over from the first Mortal Shell.
The original game sold more than one million copies worldwide, giving the sequel a meaningful benchmark. As players spend more time with the new release, discoveries such as this Gloom technique may help shape the community’s preferred strategies. Another reported quality-of-life feature allows players to adjust the camera for a wider view, improving awareness of nearby threats.
For now, the sidearm method is one of the most immediately useful tips for anyone trying to make a run less punishing. Players should remember to return to their death location after respawning and test whether they can target the dropped Gloom from a safer angle.
Key points
- Players can recover dropped Gloom by shooting it with a sidearm.
- The technique works after respawning at the most recent Beacon.
- It can be used in boss areas, where Gloom rewards are especially valuable.
- Sidearms now have a practical recovery function beyond combat.
Expert View
This discovery highlights how community experimentation can quickly uncover additional value in a game’s existing systems. For Mortal Shell 2, the trick lowers the cost of failure without removing the danger of combat, which is a useful balance for a Soulslike. It may also encourage players to experiment more freely with sidearms and share further techniques as the sequel’s community continues to explore it.
