CODE VEIN (2019)
- Developer
- Bandai Namco Studios
- Publisher
- Bandai Namco Entertainment
- Platforms
- Windows
- Genres
- Action, RPG
- Rating
- 4.2 of 5, 61,997 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 30 hours
- Where to get it
- Steam
How it feels
A punishing but rewarding action RPG where you methodically explore a ruined post-apocalyptic world alongside a partner, relying on careful combat and coordination to survive.
souls-likedifficultaction rpganimeatmosphericchallengingcooperativedark fantasy
What players say
Players praise the deep character creator and flexible Blood Code builds, but are split on the combat, which some call clunky and unbalanced, with parry input delays and multi-enemy ganks. The level design is a sore spot, especially the infamous Cathedral of Blood, while the story and soundtrack are highlights. Many say to pick it up on sale, and note the game has not received updates since 2020.
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