CODE VEIN 2 early access is live! Here's how to join thousands of concurrent players (updated)
Jump into the game three days before its official release!
Set to launch on January 30, CODE VEIN 2 is a Soulslike action RPG that takes players on a journey across both the present and the past. You step into the role of a Revenant Hunter, tasked with stopping the Horrors that threaten to plunge the world into oblivion. The experience focuses heavily on combat, including tough boss encounters, while also encouraging exploration of its dark and atmospheric world.
It's worth mentioning that although CODE VEIN 2 is a sequel to the 2019 game CODE VEIN, the two titles are not connected in terms of story or characters. This means you can jump straight into the latest entry without playing the original.
Now for the best part. You don't have to wait until the end of the week to start playing, as you can secure CODE VEIN 2 early access and begin your adventure right now. Over 9,000 players are already roaming the post-apocalyptic world as blood-sucking creatures, according to SteamDB, so why not join them?
This article was updated on January 27: The game is already available to those who managed to secure the advanced access. We've also added a summary of the earliest reviews. Keep reading to find out how.
How to get CODE VEIN 2 early access
It's easy, but not particularly wallet-friendly. To play CODE VEIN 2 early, you will need to pre-order either the Deluxe Edition or the Ultimate Edition.
Priced at $89.99, the Deluxe Edition includes:
- Base Game
- Custom Outfit Pack
- Expansion DLC
- Stylized Forma Set
- Advanced Access (72 Hours)
If you're willing to spend a bit more, the Ultimate Edition costs $99.99 and grants you:
- Base Game
- Custom Outfit Pack
- Expansion DLC
- CODE VEIN Character Costume Set
- Digital Mini Artbook & Soundtrack
- Stylized Forma Set
- Advanced Access (72 Hours)
Code Vein 2 reviews are in!
The first batch of Code Vein 2 reviews is full of mixed feedback. One thing everyone can agree on is that it has technical hiccups caused by poor optimization. As a result, players are experiencing graphically unstable performance and resolution. Nonetheless, fans of the first installment seem to have fun returning to the beloved setting. After all, Bandai Namco has stayed true to its vision for a dynamic "anime soulslike", which, rather than replicating FromSoftware's solutions, develops its own mechanics and world-building.
Are you planning to get your CODE VEIN II early access? Let us know in the comments!
And in case you missed it, there's a free CODE VEIN 2 demo available on Steam that lets you create your own character.
