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Vampire: The Masquerade® - Bloodlines™ 2

Vampire: The Masquerade® - Bloodlines™ 2

You are the Nomad — an elder vampire awakening from a century-long slumber, new to the modern nights. Trapped in your Blood is a stranger’s voice. This entity, a vampire detective known as Fabien, will be your guide to 21st-century Seattle.

55%
Mixed
DeveloperThe Chinese Room
PublisherParadox Interactive
Release DateOct 21, 2025
$59.99
Peak Players17.0K
PlatformsWindows
Action
RPG
AI Review Summary

Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 is a controversial sequel that many fans feel fails to live up to the legacy of its predecessor, often described as a detective story shoehorned into the franchise. While the World of Darkness setting and stylish combat provide some enjoyment for series veterans, the experience is hampered by clunky mechanics and a lack of meaningful role-playing depth.

Pros

  • Engaging story and atmosphere for dedicated fans of the World of Darkness universe.80%
  • Combat can feel powerful and stylish when the mechanics click into place.60%
  • Strong enough narrative hooks to keep some players engaged despite mechanical flaws.50%

Cons

  • Fails to meet the high expectations and depth established by the original Bloodlines.90%
  • Technical frustrations including clunky gameplay and the absence of a manual save system.80%
  • Player choices often feel inconsequential to the overall narrative and world.70%
  • Frustrating combat loop where consumables do not reset upon player death.40%
  • Perceived lack of RPG depth, with some reviewers describing it as 'soulless slop'.70%

Notable Mentions

  • Multiple reviewers strongly advise waiting for a significant sale before purchasing.
  • The game is frequently criticized for being a 'detective story' rather than a true RPG sequel.
  • A high percentage of reviews come from long-term fans of the tabletop and original video game.
Confidence: 67%
Based on the 109 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Oct 14, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
85
Peak · last 90 days
336
All-time peak
17.0K

Price

Current price
$59.99
Lowest tracked
$29.99since Jan 8, 2026

Review Sentiment

Last 30 days
28%
All-time positive
55%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews13.1K
Positive: 7.2K (55%)Negative: 5.8K (45%)

3%

Reviews from Steam Deck

0%

Dev Response Rate

24h

Avg Playtime at Review

78%

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