Anime vampires return with more edge than a Hot Topic sale right at the month's end. Code Vein II hits PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S on January 30, 2026, though a character creator demo drops on January 23. This trial version lets users transfer their custom protagonist into the main game. Bandai Namco released an eight-minute walkthrough showing off the Sunken Pylon zone alongside fresh combat mechanics.
Players can wield dual blades for speed or use a halberd for reach. A new system called Forma splits special skills into weapon, defensive, and bequeathed categories. These abilities consume Icor, which builds up during attacks. Users choose between summoning a partner to fight nearby or assimilation, which fuses that ally for stat boosts.
Previews indicate the L1 button handles defense differently depending on the equipped Forma. Gamers pick between standard blocking and timed parries based on their playstyle. The offensive setup involves a palette of four skills mixing active hits and passive buffs. Resource management remains key for executing long combos against enemies.
Players can wield dual blades for speed or use a halberd for reach. A new system called Forma splits special skills into weapon, defensive, and bequeathed categories. These abilities consume Icor, which builds up during attacks. Users choose between summoning a partner to fight nearby or assimilation, which fuses that ally for stat boosts.
Previews indicate the L1 button handles defense differently depending on the equipped Forma. Gamers pick between standard blocking and timed parries based on their playstyle. The offensive setup involves a palette of four skills mixing active hits and passive buffs. Resource management remains key for executing long combos against enemies.
