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 ...

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GameSpot may get a commission from retail offers. Code Vein 2 is a challenging Soulslike with tense and aggressive combat, as well as plenty of anime drama and compelling characters that should keep ...

Sequels carry certain expectations with them, like the promise of building on the promise of what came before and correcting past mistakes. Bandai Namco’s Code Vein 2 is exceptional in that it manages ...

When Bandai Namco launched Code Vein in 2019, I gave it an earnest try. More than just an anime-looking and occasionally over-the-top riff on Dark Souls, Code Vein’s world of vampires and absorbed ...

GameSpot may get a commission from retail offers. Soulslike games are known for their punishing combat and tense exploration, and Code Vein 2 delivers both alongside a time-traveling story and ...

Weak characters kill loftier ambitions, but a brisk pace keeps the combat lively. PC Gamer's got your back Our experienced team dedicates many hours to every review, to really get to the heart of what ...

The idea of an anime-style soulslike releases plenty of good chemicals in my brain, but the first Code Vein back in 2019 turned out to be just okay in my book. Like a number of Bandai Namco's original ...

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