TJ Denzer
ShacknewsCode Vein 2 review: A timely sequel
Published 1/26/2026
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Series X|S / PC / PS5 - 1/29/2026
Code Vein II
Code Vein II is an action role-playing game set in a post-apocalyptic world where Revenants are being transformed into hostile "Horrors." A Revenant Hunter must partner with a time-manipulating companion named Lou. Gameplay features third-person action combat and deep RPG progression, emphasizing specialized Blood-based mechanics and character customization. An evolved Partner System enhances tactical cooperation with AI companions during exploration and high-difficulty boss encounters. Success depends on mastering diverse weaponry and temporal abilities to survive a world defined by memory and ruin.
- Developer
- Bandai Namco Studios, Shift
- Publisher
- Bandai Namco Entertainment
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Critic avg
72
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Total coverage
50
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Score range
46–90
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Score range is 31+ points
Critic landscape
The critic average is 72 across 50 scored reviews, with a 44-point spread. Critics are far apart on this one.
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Most scored reviews currently sit in the 80–89 band.
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90–1004 reviews · 8%
80–8918 reviews · 36%
70–7911 reviews · 22%
Below 7017 reviews · 34%
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Abbie Stone
GamesRadar+Code Vein 2 review: "This vampire take on Elden Ring almost works, but the dungeons themselves lack bite" | GamesRadar+Total FilmTotal Film
Published 1/26/2026
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50
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Read originalHilton Webster
TheGamerCode Vein 2 Review - A Sanguine Feast
Published 1/26/2026
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80
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Read originalOliver Ferguson
COGconnectedCode Vein 2 Review – The Elden Ring Successor?
Published 1/26/2026
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80
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Read originalWilliam Kok
The Outerhaven ProductionsCode Vein II Review: A Beautiful but Flawed Evolution of the Anime Soulslike
Published 1/26/2026
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80
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Read originalMarcus Kenneth
CGMagazineCode Vein II Review
Published 1/26/2026
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70
-2 vs critic avg
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Read originalMiguel Moran
TheSixthAxisCode Vein II Review | TheSixthAxis
Published 1/26/2026
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90
+18 vs critic avg
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Read originalCode Vein 2 Isn't An Elden Ring Killer, But It's Still A Solid Soulslike
Published 1/26/2026
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70
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Read originalEddie De Santiago
But Why Tho?REVIEW: ‘Code Vein II’ Has Fun And Challenge In Its DNA
Published 1/26/2026
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90
+18 vs critic avg
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Read originalCosmin Vasile
SoftpediaKentum Review (PC)
Published 1/22/2026
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80
+8 vs critic avg
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