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Code Vein 2 is the sequel to the Soulslike game that saw a group of vampires hack, slash, and bloodsuck their way through a post-apocalyptic sci-fi wasteland. Much like last time, they’re going to slay monsters and save the world in style, but as with any game that’s inspired by Dark Souls, things aren’t going to be easy.
Below, we’ll gather all the Code Vein 2 news in one place, including the game’s most likely release window, what you need to know about the gameplay, and what platforms it will be released on. We’ll also answer some frequently asked questions about Code Vein 2, such as addressing if it’s part of the God Eater franchise or if it’s just an anime Dark Souls game.
The Escapist recaps
- Code Vein 2 is an anime Soulslike game coming sometime in 2026.
- There’s no official Code Vein 2 release date as of yet.
- The game will feature a deep character creation system.
- The AI partner system will return from the first game.
- Code Vein 2 will be released on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
When could Code Vein 2 be released?
No official Code Vein 2 release date has been confirmed yet by Bandai Namco, but the game is slated to be released in 2026.
While the developers haven’t confirmed when in 2026 the game will be released, we’d estimate that the Code Vein 2 release window is likely to be during the second half of the year, between June and December 2026.
Are Code Vein 2 pre-orders and price live?
No. Code Vein 2 pre-orders are not yet available on any of the digital storefronts.
However, this is likely to change soon after Bandai Namco, the Code Vein 2 developer, announces an official release date.
We’ll also most likely learn about the different Code Vein 2 editions, too, when this happens, such as if there will be a limited or collector’s edition of the game.
As for the Code Vein 2 price, this also hasn’t been confirmed yet. However, we can take an educated guess based on what new games are going for currently. So, we’d estimate that Code Vein 2 will cost approximately $59.99 / £64.99.
Of course, this price isn’t set in stone until it’s confirmed by Bandai Namco.
Code Vein 2 platforms
Code Vein 2 is set to be released on the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC via Steam.
There’s been no word on a PS4 or Xbox One version as of yet, but as the game is releasing in 2026, a last-gen version may be unlikely.
While Bandai Namco hasn’t announced Code Vein 2 for Switch 2, the company’s relationship with Nintendo means one isn’t out of the question, at least eventually.
Code Vein 2 trailer & gameplay analysis
The Code Vein 2 trailer shows the new protagonist killing a creepy figure made of wax and candles, only for her to transform into a more ordinary-looking vampire (on account of her red eyes). This figure then extends her hand to the protagonist, and they leave together.
This, and some of the gameplay footage, suggests that Code Vein 2 features the partner system from the original game, allowing players to explore and take on bosses with an AI ally.
This mechanic makes the Code Vein 2 gameplay less punishing than other Soulslikes, but the sequel is still likely to be very challenging, just like the first game could be in spots.
The trailer shows both figures going back in time and suggests that history could be changed to save the world from ruin. So, we expect that this will play into the death and rebirth mechanic that Soulslike games often have, explaining why characters can continuously die and try again.
Finally, the trailer shows some epic new boss encounters, which fans of the first game are likely very keen to take on in battle.
How is Code Vein different from other Soulslikes?
Code Vein is a traditional Soulslike experience and is heavily inspired by FromSoftware’s Dark Souls games, but it also borrows from Bandai Namco’s anime franchise, God Eater, particularly its art style and several gameplay mechanics.
The first Code Vein game allowed players to explore and take on bosses with an AI ally, something that eliminated the need for co-op multiplayer if players wanted to roll solo, but it also made the game less difficult than games like Dark Souls or Nioh.
The original game also didn’t feature any PvP multiplayer, like an invasion mechanic, something that has become synonymous with Soulslike games and adds to their crushing difficulty. While co-op play is likely to return in Code Vein 2, PvP is unlikely to be added, unless the developers say otherwise.
Ask The Escapist
Yes. Code Vein 2 will feature a deep character creation system that expands on the one from the first game.
So players can look forward to making their own unique vampire and letting them loose on the post-apocalyptic world.
Players will be unable to create their own AI partner, but they will be able to customize a range of existing NPC characters that will fight alongside them.
No. While the Code Vein and God Eater franchises are both developed by Bandai Namco and feature a similar art style, each is set in its own distinct continuity.
However, don’t be surprised to see ideas, items, and characters from God Eater potentially pop up in Code Vein 2 as playable skins and upgrades. This is something Bandai Namco often does between its IPs.
No. Code Vein is an original franchise, developed by Bandai Namco, that features a group of vampires trying to survive in a ravaged post-apocalyptic version of Earth.
The game has a lot in common with other Soulslike games and action adventures like God Eater, but Code Vein is its own unique franchise and not a spin-off of any other.
While Code Vein is heavily inspired by FromSoftware’s Souls series, and is absolutely a Soulslike game, it’s much more than just anime Dark Souls.
Its anime art style gives it a very different and less gritty feel than Dark Souls games have. While Dark Souls is often subtle, understated, restrained, and grimdark, Code Vein is flashy, loud, colorful, and overtly stylish.
In truth, Code Vein often has more in common with games like Devil May Cry and Nioh than it does Dark Souls, Bloodborne, or Elden Ring. Code Vein 2 gameplay is also likely to reflect this.
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