Code Vein 2 update 1.004 is out on all platforms and this applies balance adjustments. Two more updates are planned in March 2026t.

The first Code Vein was a moderately well-received soulslike with a lot of anime overtones. I appreciated its willingness to embrace the soulslike subgenre, and the twist on vampires was fun enough.

When Code Vein hit the scene back in 2019, it was to Dark Souls what Bandai Namco’s God Eater was to Monster Hunter. That is to say, an anime-inspired, idea-deficient game with a somewhat unique hook ...

The soulslike genre revolves around challenge and skill mastery, both of which hold true for Code Vein 2. From the opening hours, it is clear that it is designed with mechanical depth in mind. Combat ...

I was unsure about action soulslike Code Vein 2 during my first six hours of play. The game promises a large open world to explore, but it’s hesitant to hand over the reins while your total playtime ...

Character customization in Code Vein 2 is far deeper than it first appears, letting players shape their Revenant exactly how they want without affecting gameplay balance. You can spend an hour ...

When the first Code Vein launched in 2019, the Soulslike genre was wide open. There had been plenty of attempts made to build on FromSoftware’s popular action RPGs, but the field was so slim that the ...

Timeline Shift Decision Noah in Code Vein 2 is one of the major side missions. Completing it not only leads you one step closer to the good ending of the game, but it also rewards you with a brand-new ...

Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC The future is dead. Humans and ...

Slaying the Hero Zenon is the fourth hero slaying quest in Code Vein 2. You can only start this quest after defeating the first three heroes then speaking to ...

Jadwiga has an odd request for you in Code Vein 2. She wants you to track down several smooth Uncanny Stones that you find throughout your journey. These stones are significant to her, and she'll ...

Code Vein 2 promises to kick off 2026 in style, offering its unique flavour of action RPG within a new world that won't deny players their preferred level of challenge. Seven years is a long time to ...