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 ...

Code Vein II on Xbox delivers a strong story, open world exploration and improved combat, though some fine tuning holds it ...

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.

Ultimately, due to this conflicting nature, Code Vein 2 is never quite sure of what type of game it wants to be, and as such, I was never quite sure if I was having fun with it or not. A lifeless open ...

Code Vein II is a shocking step down from its predecessor in many regards, widening the scope of its environments and maps only to feel more barren and lifeless as a result. Its world is populated ...

Bandai Namco's latest Soulslike has 'Elden Ring' DNA, courtesy of its open world, but it can't maintain the quality of FromSoftware's Game of the Year effort.

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 ...

Slaying the Hero Zenon is the fourth hero slaying quest in Code Vein 2. You can only start this quest after defeating the ...

Bandai Namco has released a new extended video this week for the upcoming release of Code Vein II, providing a deeper walkthrough from the developers about the game. The video, which we have for you ...

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 ...

Holly is an optional quest in Code Vein 2 that appears shortly after you complete the main goal in Slaying the Hero Holly.

A dramatic adventure awaits in CODE VEIN II, where you and your partner explore a vast world, face fierce battles against ...