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Code Vein II
2026 · PC · PlayStation 5 · Xbox Series X|S · Action RPG · Soulslike · Hack and slash
5 scored sources · 3 countries contributing scores
Review consensus
Code Vein II offers a flexible combat and build system, with Blood Codes, varied weapons, Formae abilities, and a partner mechanic that supports both assisted and solo-minded play. Its time-travel premise and occasional character-focused scenes provide emotional highlights, while the anime-gothic presentation and brisk battles preserve the series’ identity. However, the sequel is held back by repetitive enemies, bland environments, straightforward exploration, uneven boss design, awkward hitboxes, and inconsistent performance. The open-world shift rarely delivers meaningful discovery or consequential changes, making Code Vein II an accessible but technically rough action RPG that only intermittently realizes its ambitious ideas.
Limited geographic coverage. Treat this score as an early indication.
Last researched: 2026-09-15
Pros
- Flexible Blood Code, weapon, and ability customization
- Partner system accommodates different play styles
- Strong character-focused moments and select boss encounters
- Distinctive gothic-anime visual style
Cons
- Repetitive enemy encounters and uninspired dungeons
- Bland open-world environments and limited exploration payoff
- Frame-rate problems, input delay, and inconsistent hitboxes
- Generic dialogue and an overcomplicated story
Review sources
5 sources found across 3 countries. This is not exhaustive worldwide coverage.
- CGMagazine · Canada · 70/100
- COGconnected · Canada · 80/100
- PC Gamer · United Kingdom · 70/100
- TheSixthAxis · United Kingdom · 90/100
- GameSpot · United States · 60/100