Explore the World of Code Vein II with a New Trailer and Announcement of Character Creation System Demo

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The playable character creation demo for Code Vein II will be available starting January 22, 2026, for PC via Steam, and January 23, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
Code Vein II is a narrative-driven action RPG set in a future where the last remnants of humanity and the Revenants fight against a world on the brink of collapse.
The character creation demo allows players to design their Revenant Hunter from scratch with extensive customization options that can be carried over to the full game at launch. Players can explore Magmell Institute, take photos in Photo Mode, and unwind in a Hot Spring area within the demo.
Code Vein II features action RPG gameplay, allowing players to use drained blood from enemies to unlock abilities, create combat strategies with blood codes, and use Prisons (exclusive weapons and equipment) to overcome challenging foes and bosses.

Playable Character Creation Demo for Code Vein II Available Jan 2026

Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. announced on January 5th that a playable character creation demo for Code Vein II will be available starting January 22, 2026, for PC via Steam, and January 23, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Developed by Bandai Namco Studios Inc., Code Vein II is a narrative-driven action RPG where players explore past and present versions of a collapsing world and unite with companions through a dynamic partner system. The game presents a narrative where players and characters are connected by blood, destiny, and fate, set in a future where the last remnants of humanity and the Revenants fight against a world on the brink of collapse. The journey extends through post-apocalyptic landscapes and ominous settings, including flooded city ruins, the forest of the undead, and the isolated island Magmell. As the story unfolds, players will encounter legendary heroes, Revenants whose destinies intertwine with the world’s survival. Code Vein II features action RPG gameplay, allowing players to use drained blood from enemies to unlock abilities, create combat strategies with blood codes, and use Prisons (exclusive weapons and equipment) to overcome challenging foes and bosses.

Code Vein II Unveils Revenant Josee Anjou’s Journey and Character Creation System Demo Preview

Alongside the demo announcement, Bandai Namco also released a new trailer highlighting the Revenant Josee Anjou and offering a deeper look into the game’s world and story. The trailer transports players 100 years into the past, where the protagonist, a Revenant Hunter, joins forces with Josee Anjou on a mission to save the submerged city and uncover the truth behind its crisis. Josee’s story reveals the heavy burden she carries and the epic battles that await her. The footage also previews Sunken Pylon, a massive area said to hold the key to purifying the city, and the Submerged Pillar, a vast underwater dungeon. The trailer further showcases Formae, special abilities split into weapon, defense, and bequeathed categories, each consuming Ichor when used. In addition, it highlights the restorative offering, a mechanic where partners can restore the fallen Revenant Hunter using regained health, though a recharge time leaves them temporarily incapacitated.

Character Creation Demo for Code Vein II Unveils Customization Options and Early Exploration Experience

The character creator demo allows players to design their Revenant Hunter from scratch with extensive customization options that can be carried over to the full game at launch. Within the demo, players can explore Magmell Institute, take photos in Photo Mode to save custom poses, and unwind in a Hot Spring area. While exploring, players can experience combat with seven distinct weapon types, from dual swords to the devastating halberd. The demo also features 64 save slots for characters. The full game will be released on January 30, 2026, and is already available for preorder on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. For more information, visit the official website. With the character creation demo releasing soon, players can prepare to forge their Revenant Hunter and explore a taste of the world of Code Vein II.

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