The long wait is finally over! Bandai Namco has unveiled the next chapter in their acclaimed action-RPG series, and CODE VEIN II is set to be a dramatic, time-spanning adventure. Get ready to dive back into a collapsing world where your blood is your weapon, and the fate of humanity rests on rewriting history.

Announced with a stunning gameplay trailer and a confirmed release date of January 30, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, the sequel looks like it’s building on the stylish, anime-infused combat and deep character customisation that fans loved in the original, while injecting an ambitious new time-travel mechanic.

A Tale Across Two Eras

The biggest shake-up comes in the narrative. In a world spiralling toward collapse due to a new threat called the “Luna Rapacis,” you play as a Revenant Hunter with a unique mission: to journey to the past. Guided by an enigmatic figure named Lavinia, you will traverse two interconnected timelines—the present and 100 years in the past—to alter the destinies of key Revenants and uncover the hidden history behind the world’s downfall.

This dual-timeline exploration promises a rich, evolving world and a story filled with emotional depth, mystery, and high-stakes adventure.

Evolved Combat: Sharper, Deeper, and More Versatile

The signature Soulslike combat, with its fast-paced action and resource management, is back, but it’s been significantly enhanced.

• New Arsenal: Joining familiar weapons like one-handed swords, halberds, and bayonets are two all-new types: Rune Blades and Dual Swords, offering even more combat style options.
• The Jail System Returns: The unique blood-draining attacks return through the “The Jail” equipment, now featuring new blood actions like “Reaper” and “Bat” for more versatile ways to gain Ichor and empower your skills (Gifts).
• Forma Abilities: New, powerful skills, like the devastating “Absolute Execution Sword” show off the new Bequeathed Formae system, hinting at spectacular, over-the-top attacks.

The Dynamic Partner System

Your chosen companion is more vital than ever with the new two-part Partner-based mechanics:

1. Summon: Your partner can materialise to fight directly alongside you in real-time, offering tactical support.
2. Assimilation: You can channel your partner’s power, directly enhancing your own abilities for explosive, high-damage attacks.

This system adds a fresh layer of strategy, forcing you to think about not just your own build, but how to best utilise your partner’s distinct power to overcome the fiercest of Horrors.

A Fresh Start, a Familiar Feel

While the game is set in a new world and features a new protagonist, the core appeal—a combination of challenging combat, gothic-anime aesthetics, and deep character customisation—remains intact. The developers have promised an experience that feels both familiar to fans of the original and fresh for newcomers, creating what they’ve called a spiritual successor that charts a bold new course for the series.

With pre-orders now available for various editions (including the Deluxe and Ultimate Editions, which include early access and the announced ‘Mask of Idris’ Expansion DLC), the next chapter in the Revenant saga is almost upon us.

Mark your calendars for January 30, 2026—the veil is about to be lifted on a dramatic, time-transcending adventure!

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CODE VEIN II is set to release on January 30, 2026, for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

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