Code Vein Reviews

Code Vein is ranked in the 60th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
7 / 10.0
Sep 26, 2019

Code Vein features anime vampires and fast combat, but it's too reliant on the exact Soulslike formula to stand out on its own.

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3.5 / 5.0
Sep 26, 2019

I'm of two minds when it comes to Code Vein. On one hand, it's a serviceable and surprisingly delightful Souls-like game that comes with its own flair.

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Mike Epstein
Top Critic
7 / 10.0
Sep 26, 2019

Code Vein takes some interesting chances with Soulslike mechanics and finds mixed results, but there's something worth sinking your teeth into here.

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72 / 100
Oct 13, 2019

This sometimes convoluted action RPG won't be for everyone. Still, Code Vein should draw in anime fans looking for a gripping, challenging gaming experience. Souls fans should enjoy this too, assuming they're seeking combat that's a tad less stressful, with additional colorful twists to the old formula.

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7.2 / 10.0
Sep 26, 2019

Code Vein is an interesting mix between a soulslike and an anime, but fails to stay close to the top of the genre.

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7.3 / 10.0
Nov 1, 2019

Although I enjoyed my time with Code Vein, it could definitely use some work to live up to its genre contemporaries.

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7.4 / 10.0
Oct 20, 2019

Code Vein is a fun game that mixes anime themes with Souls-like mechanics but it needs more polishing on many aspects and absolutely demands for a protagonist voice actor, and more importantly the game deserve more love and care from Bandai Namco which sadly it didn't get.

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75 / 100
Oct 17, 2019

Code Vein is safe and bets on a Souls-style gameplay as a claim, although its gameplay differs a bit. Unfortunately, neither the scenario design nor the theme are up to scratch, and a very simple gameplay takes the fun out of it. The soundtrack, anime style and extensive character customization are certainly the big claims.

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7.5 / 10.0
Oct 2, 2019

It can be termed as Anime Souls but Code Vein is far from it. This feels like more of an attempt to bring the same gameplay experience but without the polish and detail that From Software is known for in their games. As a result, Code Vein is a decent albeit flawed action RPG that doesn't bring anything exciting to the genre.

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7.5 / 10.0
Oct 22, 2019

Japan dystopia with Souls system in world of destruction works very well. Just story should be more attractive.

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3.8 / 5.0
Oct 1, 2019

Code Vein is an interesting game that falls short of what it is trying to be. The intriguing storyline can't overcome the bland combat and lack of challenge. To buy into the idea of Code Vein, you really need a love of anime and an understanding it just isn't as challenging or fascinating as those games. But, if you can come to that understanding, it manages to shine in its own ways.

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75 / 100
Sep 27, 2019

Code Vein is a pretty good clone of Dark Souls, but it's own ideas, dose not work that well.

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Wccftech
Top Critic
7.5 / 10.0
Sep 26, 2019

While Code Vein has a lovely art style, the story is the boring kind of bonkers. The combat is fun and the exploration satisfying, but the locations feel repetitive, the sidekicks annoying and in the end, it feels like Dragons Dogma's edgier cousin.

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7.5 / 10.0
Oct 6, 2019

Ironically for a game about undead vampires, there's a strong pulse and beating heart at Code Vein's core.

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Easy Allies
Bradley Ellis
Top Critic
7.5 / 10.0
Oct 5, 2019
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7.6 / 10.0
Nov 22, 2019

Code Vein takes some chances with the Soulsborne formula, and largely succeeds in making us loyal believers.

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7.7 / 10.0
May 12, 2020

Code Vein makes the entry into the Soulslike genre relatively easy. But that doesn't mean that the game becomes a pleasant walk through the forest. You will die and not once or twice, but very often, but Code Vein takes the player by the hand. The story is served to you on a plate. You don't have to puzzle the story together with item descriptions. But the constant comparison with the titles of From Software is not really necessary, because Code Vein has its own features that are way ahead of Dark Souls. So the blood codes are an enormous enrichment in the game. You can adapt the game to the situation so that no frustrating moments arise. In my opinion, the title is more of a souls-lite. The game remains challenging to the end, but I never had the feeling to have such a subjective difficulty as in Dark Souls. If you have a soft spot for anime and want to try a game similar to Dark Souls, Code Vein is the right choice. It offers everything you need to get started in the genre.

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7.7 / 10.0
Feb 10, 2019

Code Vein is a pretty strong entry into the genre and it’s always refreshing to see new IP. While it has a few (mostly patchable) drawbacks, Code Vein is one I would recommend with just a little bit of hesitation.

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Generación Xbox
Top Critic
7.8 / 10.0
Oct 7, 2019

Code Vein gives us a good JRPG of those who do not often get to Xbox One. The game is a great proposal similar to the Souls' formula but with enough differences to attract us to your purchase knowing that then the game has its own personality.

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79 / 100
Oct 2, 2019

Even though I died a lot and there were slight quality issues, CODE VEIN is a game I definitely see myself going back to again and again.

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