Code Vein 2: The Final Preview

With improved combat, a refinement of existing systems, and and a couple of brand new twists, Code Vein 2 is shaping up to be ...

Playing Code Vein 2 made me wonder why more soulslikes don't have guns, even if I could do with a bit less anime melodrama

Aside from its proper noun-heavy time travel anime plotting, Code Vein 2 is a soulslike hyperfocused on layered combat ...
Game Rant

Code Vein 2 Dials Up Everything for a Bigger Soulslike Sequel

Code Vein 2 expands on the foundation of the first game, offering more freedom and flexibility in combat with a variety of ...

Code Vein II’s Tragic Approach To A Soulslike Is Effective, Even If You Missed The First Game

The Code Vein II preview held by Bandai Namco highlighted how effectively bittersweet the souls-like has become.

Code Vein 2 is Dark Souls through an anime lens, and one surprisingly emotional dungeon proves Bandai Namco has raised the stakes

Bandai Namco has developer FromSoftware's Elden Ring and Dark Souls franchises under its wing, but that hasn't stopped the ...

Code Vein 2 plays like an anime Soulslike sequel that prioritises refinement over reinvention

Following three hours of hands on time with Bandai Namco's upcoming sequel, Code Vein 2 feels like a worthy spiritual ...
Worthplaying

'Code Vein II' Character Creator Demo Later This Month, Gameplay Shows Off Sunken Pylon Area, Partner System, Weapons And More - Screens & Trailer

Code Vein II is an action/RPG where you embark on a journey through a world that spans across two eras, where decisions carry weight and every battle tests skill and resolve.

Code Vein 2 is largely more of the same despite its story reset, but I think I'm okay with that

After three hours with Code Vein 2, the anime soulslike feels like a smart evolution of its predecessor that sticks to what it knows best.
UnGeek

Code Vein II will offer ‘freedom of selection’ in gameplay and story, says the game’s producer and director

After trying out a three-hour demo, I got to ask some questions to Code Vein II director Hiroshi Yoshimura and producer Keita ...
Shacknews

Code Vein 2 is a Soulslike with sauce, heart... and a fantastic character creator

The problem is, in the past, Lou cannot maintain your link, so she takes refuge inside you. You can speak to her inside ...
Geek Culture

‘Code Vein II’ Draws Blood With Deeper Customisation And More Frenetic, Challenging Combat – Preview

Despite the completely new story, setting, and roster of characters, deep customisation and action-focused gameplay remain ...

Make new friends and immediately kill them in Code Vein II

Code Vein II wants you to kill your friends, but, like, in a good way? We go hands-on with Bandai Namco's upcoming Soulslike.