Bandai Namco revealed fresh details about Code Vein II during the latest State of Play, confirming a global launch on January 30, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Pre-orders are live, featuring a Standard Edition ($69.99), Deluxe Edition ($89.99 with early access and DLC), and Ultimate Edition ($99.99 with bonus digital content). A limited Collector’s Edition ($179.99) includes physical collectibles:
- 25x25cm artbook with 60 pages
- 18cm Lou Magmell statue
- Special Steelbook case
Originally announced last year, the sequel enhances mechanics from its 2019 predecessor. Gameplay trailers highlight revamped character customization, allowing intricate adjustments to facial features, attire, and gear. Combat introduces hybrid weapons like bayonets—firearms doubling as melee tools—and refined bleed mechanics with diverse finishers. Boss encounters now feature layered phases, demanding adaptive strategies.
Companions play a pivotal role beyond combat: players can merge with allies to unlock passive boosts and special skills. Lou, a time-manipulating ally, exemplifies this system’s depth. The story centers on temporal journeys to alter a doomed timeline, while exploration integrates environmental puzzles and crafting using scavenged resources like flour for item creation.
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