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CODE VEIN

CODE VEIN

In the face of certain death, we rise. Team up and embark on a journey to the ends of hell to unlock your past and escape your living nightmare in CODE VEIN.

83%
Very Positive
DeveloperBandai Namco Studios
PublisherBandai Namco Entertainment
Release DateSep 26, 2019
$59.99
Peak Players33.8K
Metacritic72
PlatformsWindows
Action
RPG
AI Review Summary

CODE VEIN is a stylized anime-inspired Souls-like that features an exceptionally deep character creator and an engaging post-apocalyptic vampire narrative. While it offers solid co-op and interesting lore, it is hampered by repetitive level design and significant technical compatibility issues on modern Intel CPUs.

Pros

  • Extremely robust and detailed character customization system that allows for high creative freedom.95%
  • Compelling post-apocalyptic story and lore involving vampires and mysterious characters.80%
  • Smooth and functional co-op experience that enhances the gameplay.70%
  • Excellent value for the price, especially when purchased during sales.85%
  • More accessible than traditional Souls games, making it a good entry point for the genre.60%

Cons

  • Frustrating and repetitive level design, specifically the labyrinthine Cathedral area.90%
  • Major technical issues and startup failures on Intel 12th Gen and newer CPUs.85%
  • Combat mechanics can feel clunky and less polished compared to genre leaders.75%
  • Boss encounters are often criticized for being generic or poorly balanced.70%
  • End-game progression can involve tedious and grindy achievement requirements.50%

Notable Mentions

  • Commonly nicknamed 'Anime Souls' or 'Weeb Souls' by the player base.
  • Many players report spending a significant portion of their total playtime exclusively in the character creator.
  • Technical issues are frequently attributed to Denuvo or modern hardware incompatibilities.
Confidence: 96%
Based on the 134 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Aug 3, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
421
Peak · last 90 days
769
All-time peak
33.8K

Price

Current price
$59.99
Lowest tracked
$5.99since Jan 16, 2026

Review Sentiment

Launch week
—
Last 30 days
66%
All-time positive
83%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews62.5K
Positive: 51.9K (83%)Negative: 10.6K (17%)

4%

Reviews from Steam Deck

0%

Dev Response Rate

38h

Avg Playtime at Review

82%

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