When is Code Vein II coming out?

original Code vein captivated players with its flexible Blood Code system and distinct anime aesthetic that offers a unique twist on a challenging Souls-like recipe. While fans await the sequel, the developers have moved towards a more expansive approach by introducing open-world exploration and improved combat mechanics.

Code vein II promises a greater sense of scale and deeper customization through the new Formae system. Global release times have been announced by Bandai Namco and players can find all timings in the Code vein II guide below.

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What time does Code Vein 2 release?

Global release times

Code vein II kicks off on January 29th at 3pm in Los Angeles. Pre-orders are currently available and the game offers a three-day early access period. Players can start their RPG journey early by pre-ordering the Deluxe or Ultimate editions. This 72 hour early access window gives a head start and players will also receive additional items detailed later in this post. Here are the global release timings announced by Bandai Namco:

Location / Time Zone	Early Access release time	Standard Edition release time
Los Angeles (PST)	3:00 p.m., January 26	3:00 p.m., January 29
Chicago (CST)	5:00 p.m., January 26	5:00 p.m., January 29
New York (EST)	6:00 p.m., January 26	6:00 p.m., January 29
São Paulo (GRT)	26:00, 20:00	January 29, 8:00 p.m
London (GMT)	January 26 at 11:00 p.m	January 29 at 11:00 p.m
Berlin (CET)	January 27, 12:00 p.m	January 30, 12:00 p.m
Peking (UTC+8)	7:00 a.m., January 27	January 29 00:00 (Console) 7:00 AM, January 30 (PC)
Singapore (SGT)	7:00 a.m., January 27	January 29 00:00 (Console) 7:00 AM, January 30 (PC)
Korea (KST)	8:00 a.m., January 27	January 29 00:00 (Console) 8:00 AM, January 30 (PC)
Tokyo (JST)	8:00 a.m., January 27	January 29 00:00 (Console) 8:00 AM, January 30 (PC)
Sydney (AEDT)	January 27, 10:00 a.m	January 30, 8:00 a.m

Code Vein II Edition and pre-order bonuses

There are three digital editions from Code vein IItwo of which contain the Mask of Idris DLC that players can access at a later time. Here are all the editions for this upcoming soul-like game and what they offer:

Standard Edition (pre-order bonuses only):

Stylized Form Set
Form Face Paint: A cosmetic item that applies a shape design to the corners of your eyes.
Twin Fangs of the Lone Wolf (weapon)

Deluxe edition:

Everything included in the standard edition.
Custom Outfit Pack: Includes A flamboyant kimono (Gear), Crazy Swordsman (Gear), Cyber Ninja (Outfit) a Ame-no-Habakiri Great Sword.
Expanding DLC: Mask of Idris.

Ultimate Edition:

Everything included in the Deluxe Edition.
Code Vein Character Costume Set: Contains 6 costumes based on characters from the original Code Vein game.
Code Vein II digital mini artbook and soundtrack.