Code Vein II Receives Demo with Character Creator

by Sophie Laurent January 25, 2026

written by Sophie Laurent January 25, 2026

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Players can now experiment with a wide range of customization features in the Code Vein II Character Creator demo, including body type, hairstyles, facial expressions, accessories, and makeup.
Up to 64 unique characters can be saved for extensive experimentation, and all creations will be transferable to the full game.
The demo also features a photo mode and the ability to preview characters in various lighting conditions at the Magmell Institute thermal springs.
Pre-orders are now open for the Standard, Deluxe, and Ultimate editions of Code Vein II on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC via Steam. More information can be found on the official Bandai Namco website.

Code Vein II Demo Unveils Character Creator with Lighting Preview and Photo Mode

Bandai Namco has released a character creator demo for Code Vein II, available on Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. Players can now experiment with a wide range of customization features to design their Hunter of Apparitions, including options for body type, hairstyles, facial expressions, accessories, and makeup. Up to 64 unique characters can be saved, allowing for extensive experimentation, and all creations will be transferable to the full game. The demo also features a photo mode and the ability to preview characters in various lighting conditions at the Magmell Institute thermal springs. Pre-orders are now open for the Standard, Deluxe, and Ultimate editions of Code Vein II on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC via Steam. More information can be found on the official Bandai Namco website.

In Case You Missed It

In other thrilling gaming news, if you’re craving a taste of Bandai Namco’s upcoming action RPG, Code Vein 2, be sure to check out Bruno Pferd’s recent posts. First up is his exclusive character-focused trailer analysis published on January 16th, offering an early glimpse into Zenon Gryfgote’s return and the anime Soulslike gameplay you’ve been waiting for Code Vein 2 Receives New Gameplay Video. Then, just a couple of days later on January 14th, Bruno published an in-depth overview trailer analysis, promising a 9-minute journey into the game’s intentions and mechanics. Dive deep into enhanced character creation tools, dynamic combat systems, diverse environments, and formidable partners Code Vein 2: 9-Minute Overview Trailer to Understand Intentions and Gameplay. And don’t miss the free demo launching on January 23rd! Speaking of upcoming releases, Marcus Thompson’s latest article “Ending January with Xbox Releases” published on January 24th highlights the avalanche of 20 games hitting Xbox platforms on the 29th and 30th. Be sure to check out his insightful breakdowns of anticipated titles like Code Vein II and Front Mission 3: Remake – these action-packed adventures are ones you won’t want to miss! Read all about it here: Ending January with Xbox Releases.