Sep 26, 2019 · Code Vein doesn’t simply layer generic anime style and storytelling on top of a Souls clone and call it a day, though: its unique post-apocalyptic sci-fi-meets-anime horror …

Apr 13, 2022 · Code Vein is a very linear game but they put some maze-y sides just to give you the illusion of "exploration", the enemies feel like fillers. Some die too quick so no need for …

Sep 27, 2019 · Code Vein has been able to surprise by trying to compete with From Software titles but still knows how to find its own identity. Its narration allows for an accessible and …

Sep 26, 2019 · Code Vein is the shameless amalgamation of two seemingly incompatible pieces of media: the "Souls-like" subgenre (Dark Souls, and the games inspired by it) and anime.

Oct 3, 2025 · Code Vein is a game that fans of complex RPGs, who also enjoy anime stories and customization, will appreciate. It doesn't replace Dark Souls, but it doesn't have to; it's a …

Code Vein has been reviewed by 118 critics and currently has a 'Strong' rating. Read and browse them all to learn what the top critics in the video game industry are saying.

Oct 8, 2019 · Despite a number of performance issues and combat that feels just a little too loose and mashy compared to its genre-mates, Code Vein presents a unique take on the Soulslike …

Oct 18, 2019 · Delve into the post-apocalyptic world of Code Vein in this review for a J-RPG that isn’t afraid to try new things. Code Vein is a treat for fans of anime storytelling, “Souls-like” …

Sep 27, 2019 · Developers taking inspiration from other games is common, but Code Vein shamelessly goes all-in; several levels and a boss fight will be immediately and eerily familiar …

Sep 26, 2019 · Code Vein is like Dark Souls, but anime. That’s perhaps too simple a description, but it’s also true. The great news is, despite the game’s thinly-veiled, gigantic point of …