With more of an Elden Ring approach with its open world and (somewhat) non-linearity, Code Vein 2 tries to tap into that formula but just doesn't quite nail its execution, which is a crying shame ...

Combat mechanics in Code Vein 2 are deeper and more layered than anything seen in the original game. While the sequel still sits comfortably in the souls-like RPG space, nearly every system tied to ...

Although many of its mechanics have improved, one part of Code Vein 2 has derailed its path to success by a wide margin. After the game’s release on January 29, 2026, Mixed reviews on Steam reveal a ...

Requests from a Friend Noah in Code Vein 2 is one of the side quests you can complete involving the character named Noah. Your objective is to search for three engraved weapons for him, and these can ...

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Code Vein 2 tells most of its story through boss fights. These battles are not just roadblocks. They are former allies, old heroes, and failed experiments that show what happened to this world. Each ...

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

The Retainer of Idris is the first boss you'll fight in Holly's Timeline Shift quest in Code Vein 2. It appears during the ...

Once I beat Code Vein 2 and scrolled through the credits, I found myself back at the title menu screen, fully expecting to shelve the game for good. But once there, an option to continue popped up, ...

Camilo Asturias is the second boss you fight for Holly's optional quest in Code Vein 2. This battle occurs during the Timeline Shift Decision: Holly. This ...

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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 ...