‘Code Vein II’ Revealed in Stunning Trailer at Summer Game Fest, Coming in 2026

A sequel to the 2019 game Code Vein was revealed earlier today at Summer Game Fest.

Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. today announced CODE VEIN II™, the next major action RPG from Bandai Namco Studios Inc. and a follow-up to the 2019 hit CODE VEIN. Showcased at Summer Game Fest, the debut trailer introduces a post-apocalyptic world where memories of loss echo across time and the fate of the Revenants and humanity hangs by a thread. Code Vein II is scheduled to arrive sometime in 2026 for Playstation 5, Xbox Series X/S and PC via Steam.

CODE VEIN II features a deep narrative where players and characters are bound by blood, fate, and destiny, set in a future where the last remnants of humanity and Revenants struggle against a world on the verge of collapse. Following the sudden emergence of a threat known as the Luna Rapacis, Revenants have succumbed to madness, transforming into terrifying creatures called Horrors. A Revenant Hunter, guided by a mysterious girl named Lou who possesses the power to travel into the past to rewrite the fate of the world. The player, as the Revenant Hunter, will intervene in key moments of history to alter key revenants’ destinies that reveal hidden truths and information to save the future.

Players will embark on a journey through a world that spans across two eras, where decisions carry weight and every battle tests skill and resolve. CODE VEIN II features distinctive gameplay for an action RPG, where players use blood drained from enemies to unlock a variety of powerful skills, build strategy for combat with Blood codes, and use unique weapons and equipment called Jails to overcome challenging foes and epic bosses.

Players can also forge bonds with powerful Partner allies who fight alongside them and enhance their abilities. Each Partner offers distinct skills and deep narrative connections that shape the journey. Bandai Namco will reveal many more details about the rich universe and game play in CODE VEIN II in the future.

What do you think of the reveal trailer for Code Vein II?

Becky O'Brien
Becky O'Brien
Armed with a PhD. in Musicology, Becky loves to spend their time watching movies and playing video games, and listening to the soundtracks of both whenever they have the time. Can usually be seen writing for Cinelinx though they also do a bit of work for Screen Age Wasteland too. Their favorite superheroes are Batwoman and Spider-Gwen.

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