Putting together a few different Code Vein builds can seem daunting at first. Don't be surprised if the excessive number of oddly-named components in this anime-fied Dark Souls-like RPG game go over ...

Code Vein doubles down on letting you create your very own playstyle, with tons of different options like Blood Veils, weapons, and of course, Blood Codes. Blood Codes function as your class, and you ...

While weapons are their own set kind of equipment and involve one-handed swords, two-handed swords, rune blades, twin blades, bayonets, halberds, and hammers, the Code Vein II Blood Codes determine ...

Blood Veil is basically armor that your character has that helps you to be able to do drain attacks according to the armor that you have. There are different methods that help you do drain attacks and ...

A build, in Code Vein, is essentially taking certain characteristics – Blood Veils, Blood Codes, and Items – and crafting a certain type of character who can utilize equipment and abilities most ...

One of the biggest differences Code Vein brings to the Souls-like genre is the ability to bring an NPC ally with you at all times. Each of the partners you can bring have their own strengths and Gifts ...

Bandai Namco tweaks some of the original’s less forgiving aspects Difficulty has always been a barrier for “Dark Souls.” The franchise’s intimidating reputation is a turn-off for gamers who don’t see ...

Bandai Namco has developer FromSoftware's Elden Ring and Dark Souls franchises under its wing, but that hasn't stopped the publisher from pursuing other takes on the Souls experience. The upcoming ...

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 ...

Code Vein II is a shocking step down from its predecessor in many regards, widening the scope of its environments and maps only to feel more barren and lifeless as a result. Its world is populated ...